How do I improve reading skills for IELTS?

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Read the question of the passage first. Find the keywords and then look for the answer. Keep underline the important information you come across while looking for the answer
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Start reading in groups of 3 - 5 words or chunking. Do not reread the words. Skim during your first reading then scan when answering questions. Start improving your vocabulary to speed up comprehension. Get familiar and read a variety of text similar to the tests. Take practice tests and start...
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Start reading in groups of 3 - 5 words or chunking. Do not reread the words. Skim during your first reading then scan when answering questions. Start improving your vocabulary to speed up comprehension. Get familiar and read a variety of text similar to the tests. Take practice tests and start timing yourself. read less
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To improve reading skills for IELTS reading, you need to improve on these skills - skimming, scanning, praphrasing and referencing.
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