VOL-9 Test 1 IELTS Reading — Full Practice Test

Practice IELTS Reading VOL-9 Test 1. Includes 3 passages, varied question types and detailed answer explanations.

VOL-9 Test 1 — Practice guide and overview

A quick overview of the Reading sections, common question types, plus short excerpts and sample stems so you know what to expect before starting the test.

Short excerpts from the test

Passage 1
The island of Madagascar in the Indian Ocean is the best place in the world to see baobabs. These spectacular trees, with their massive trunks and distinctiye horizontal root-like branches, can live…
Passage 2
<p data-letter="A" data-type="mh-slot" data-set="1">Few people pay much attention to coins; we take them for granted. Since the advent of paper currency and the abandonment of a monetary system based…
Passage 3
A There is a reason why grapefruit juice is served in little glasses. Most people don't want to drink more than a few ounces at a time. This is because a natural chemical compound found in…

Sample questions from the test

Passage 1:All of the baobab species found on Madagascar are unique to the island.
Passage 2:Paragraph A
Passage 3:details of an experiment in taste comparison

Frequently asked questions about this test

What band score is this test suitable for?

The VOL-9 set suits candidates targeting band 5.5–7.5. Earlier exercises are more approachable, while later ones are more challenging.

How long should I take on this test?

Official IELTS gives you 60 minutes for 3 passages and 40 questions. Time yourself while practising to build real exam-time stamina.

Should I check answers immediately?

Yes. Read the explanations for every incorrect answer right after submitting — that is where most of the learning happens.

What should I practise next?

After this test, try another test from the same volume or move up the difficulty curve into volumes 11–19.

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