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Simone Braverman

Simone Braverman is the founder of IELTS-Blog.com and the author of several renowned IELTS preparation books, including Ace the IELTS, Target Band 7, the High Scorer's Choice practice test series, and IELTS Success Formula. Since 2005, Simone has been committed to making IELTS preparation accessible and effective through her books and online resources. Her work has helped 100,000's of students worldwide achieve their target scores and live their dream lives. When Simone isn't working on her next IELTS book, video lesson, or coaching, she enjoys playing the guitar or rollerblading.

IELTS exam in Australia – May 2009 (General Training)

This report came from R who took IELTS in Australia. Thanks, R!

Writing test

Writing Task 1 (letter)

Write a letter to a manager in regards to an advertisement you saw about volunteering to helping old people. In your letter explain
– why you think you can do this job
– what kind of experience you have
– what is the time you can give to this job

Writing Task 2 (essay)

Some people say that the amount of international travel is likely to reduce in the future. Will it have a positive or a negative impact, what is your opinion?
Include some ideas from your personal experience.

Speaking test

Interview
– Do you work or study?
– Where do you work?
– Why did you choose that occupation?

Cue card
Speak about a piece of music you learned in your childhood and still remember.
– What kind of music was it?
– Where did you hear it?
– Why was it important?

Discussion
– What kind of music do young generation prefer in your country?
– Is music played in every party in your country?
– What kind of music do older people prefer in your country?

IELTS Results competition winners for May 2009

I am happy to announce that in May we had 2 winners with very good results, one of them is from Hong Kong and the other is from Pakistan.

Congratulations to:

Mohammad Shahriar Khan, Band 8.5 (General Training Module)

and

Chor Fai Iwin Ying, Band 8 (Academic Module)

Your score will be remembered – you are on top of our winners page.

I bet you can’t wait to get your very own special certificates – check your Inbox, they are waiting for you. There is one thing I ask in return – that you share your best tips with the rest of us. I hope you find a little time to help thousands of IELTS candidates who are counting on you.

As always, I invite everyone to join and get a chance of winning our June’s competition. No result is too low – you never know who you’re competing against. Click here to become the next winner!