The best IELTS reading materials include:
Cambridge IELTS books (1–18) – Official past test papers.
The Official Cambridge Guide to IELTS – Comprehensive strategies and practice tests.
Barron’s IELTS Superpack – Includes practice tests and tips.
IELTS Reading Actual Tests – Helps you practice with real exam questions.
Using a mix of these IELTS reading materials will help you understand different question types and improve your reading skills.
How do you describe an image when you don’t understand the content?
Even if you don’t fully understand the image content in the PTE describe image task, you can still perform well by relying on structure, general observations, and speaking fluently. The key is not to panic—focus on describing what you can see rather than what you think it means.
Use a describe image PTE template to guide your speech. For example: The image is a graph showing some kind of comparison over time. It consists of several lines or bars, each representing different categories. One category appears to be the highest, while another remains stable. Overall, the image shows some variation across the categories."
This kind of general but fluent description can still earn a solid score. Remember, the PTE describe image task rewards structure and delivery just as much as it does specific content. If you're unsure, speak clearly, use linking phrases, and avoid long pauses.