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Academic Reading: Test 3

This test consists of 3 sections and 40 questions. You have exactly 60 minutes to complete all questions. Your progress and estimated Band Score will be calculated at the end.

Section 1

The Rise of Vertical Farming

Section 2

The Antikythera Mechanism

Section 3

Neuroplasticity and Language

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About This IELTS Academic Reading Practice Test

This is a full-length, free IELTS Academic Reading practice test (Test 3) built to mirror the real exam format: 3 passages, 40 questions, and a strict 60-minute timer. Answer on-screen, get an instant estimated IELTS reading band score, and review the complete IELTS reading answer key question-by-question at the end.

Reading Passages & Topics

Passage 1

The Rise of Vertical Farming

True/False/Not Given, summary completion (13 questions)

Passage 2

The Antikythera Mechanism

Matching headings, multiple choice, sentence completion (12 questions)

Passage 3

Neuroplasticity & Language Learning

Summary with word bank, Yes/No/Not Given, matching sentence endings (14 questions)

Test Format at a Glance

  • Module: IELTS Academic Reading
  • Questions: 40, across 3 passages
  • Time limit: 60 minutes (pausable/restartable)
  • Scoring: Instant band score (2.0–9.0) with a section-by-section breakdown
  • Answers: Full answer key shown in Review mode
  • Save progress: Free account required; auto-saves every 60 seconds

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this IELTS reading test free?

Yes — the full test, timer, and answer key are free. Creating a free account lets you save progress and track your band score history on a dashboard.

How is the band score calculated?

Your raw score out of 40 is converted to an estimated IELTS Academic Reading band using the standard public band conversion scale.

Can I see which questions I got wrong?

Yes — after submitting, use "Review Full Answers" to see your answer next to the correct one for all 40 questions.

Looking for something else? Browse more IELTS Academic Reading practice tests, or if you're after IELTS Listening practice — including conversational tasks like a phone call about buying second-hand furniture — check our IELTS Listening practice tests hub.