IELTS Academic Reading Passage 3 Strategy
IELTS Academic Reading Passage 3 is typically the longest and most abstract — band goals are decided here if Passages 1–2 ran long.
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Time rescue
| If behind schedule | Action |
|---|---|
| +5 min late entering P3 | Guess flagged P2, move on |
| Hard MCQ cluster | Do easier gaps in same passage first if allowed |
Topic stamina
Practise dense science and psychology readings — not only topics you enjoy.
Frequently asked questions
Skip P3?
Never leave blank — guess every question.
Band 7 on P3 alone?
Need strong P1–2 as well — band 7 tips.
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