Free practice tests, study guides, model answers and band score tools for Academic and General Training — built for students and professionals alike.
Guides, practice tests, band scores and model answers — all free
Practice tests, band score tables and expert strategies for all four sections.
Explore listening →Academic and General Training passages with full answers and explanations.
Explore reading →Task 1 and Task 2 guides, model answers, letter writing and band descriptors.
Explore writing →Cue card topics, model answers and expert tips for Parts 1, 2 and 3.
Explore speaking →From preparation guides to Cambridge book answers — all in one place
Step-by-step preparation plans for all four modules, including how to study at home.
View preparation guides →Timed Reading and Listening mock tests with answer keys and band score calculators.
Take a free test →Understand exactly how each module is scored with full band descriptor breakdowns.
Understand band scores →Band 8+ Writing Task 1 and Task 2 model answers with examiner commentary.
View model answers →Reading and Listening answers for Cambridge books 8 to 18 with full explanations.
Find Cambridge answers →Essential word lists, collocations and grammar rules to boost your band score.
Build your vocabulary →Read our module guides to know exactly what the examiner expects from each section.
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