What does an IELTS-style exam actually test?
IELTS is the world's most widely accepted English test for study, work, and immigration. Here's exactly what each of its 4 skills covers, with real sample items so you can test yourself.
Try the first unit freeLerniyo's exam is built in the style of IELTS — it is not an official IELTS registration and does not produce an official IELTS score. The Lerniyo certificate is a completion certificate for our own curriculum.
Exam format
- 100 points total, you need 60 to pass
- 3 attempts — fail all three and you'll need to wait 7 days before retrying
- Pass, and you get a PDF completion certificate from Lerniyo, ready to share on WhatsApp
Listening
You listen to a short recording and answer questions about it.
You hear: "The library closes at 8pm on weekdays and 5pm on weekends." — Question: What time does the library close on Saturday?
Answer: At 5pm.
Reading
You read a short text (a notice, an email, an article) and show you understood it.
You read: "The store is open from 9am to 9pm, except on public holidays." — Question: Is the store open on a public holiday?
Answer: No.
Writing
You write a short response to a prompt or describe information in a chart or letter.
Write: describe a change you'd like to see in your city, in 3-4 sentences.
Example: I'd like to see more public parks in my city. Right now there are very few green spaces, and families have nowhere nearby to relax outdoors.
Speaking
You answer questions about yourself and familiar topics, or have a short conversation with Nour.
Question: Can you describe your hometown?
Example: My hometown is Fez. It's known for its old medina and its history, and I like that it's small enough to walk everywhere.
Which English level actually opens the door?
A job interview, a university application, a work or study visa — each one has a real English threshold behind it. Here's what each level realistically unlocks, and the scores that go with it.
Work & study abroadHow to prepare for an IELTS-style exam
- 1
Complete the lessons for your target level (A0 through C1, at your own pace)
- 2
Take the mock exams — the first one is free, no pressure
- 3
Focus on the points you get wrong most often (Nour will flag them for you)
- 4
Add real English media (news, podcasts, shows) once you're comfortable at B1+
- 5
Once you feel ready, book the official IELTS test directly through the British Council or IDP