IELTS Reading Band 6 Tips: Build Foundations
IELTS Reading band 6 means partial understanding with timing pressure — fix question-type technique before chasing band 7.
Hub: Cambridge IELTS reading practice · Cambridge IELTS online tests
Band 6 priorities
| Issue | Fix |
|---|---|
| Time | 20-min passage caps |
| T/F/NG | Dedicated drill |
| Gap-fill | Word limits |
Mock frequency
One full Cambridge reading weekly with honest marking — track raw score trend.
Frequently asked questions
Raw score for band 6?
Roughly 23–29/40 — use each book’s conversion table.
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