Cambridge IELTS 5 adapted practice
Practice complete tests, or study one passage or writing task before attempting the full test.
- Book 5 Listening Test 1 — adapted practice
- Book 5 Listening Test 2 — adapted practice
- Book 5 Listening Test 3 — adapted practice
- Book 5 Listening Test 4 — recording verification pending; draft
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Study individual listening topics
Book 5 General Training: General Training A · General Training B. Each contains Reading and Writing modules.
Free IELTS Listening practice tests with audio and answer review, organised by Cambridge book. 15 tests available. Select a test below to see its instructions and timer.
Cambridge IELTS 4 listening tests
4 testsCambridge IELTS 4 Listening Test 2
40 questions · Audio & answersCambridge IELTS 4 Listening Test 3
40 questions · Audio & answersCambridge IELTS 4 Listening Test 4
40 questions · Audio & answersAll four Book 4 listening tests are published.
Cambridge IELTS 3 listening tests
4 testsCambridge IELTS 3 Listening Test 1
Audio · Timed practiceCambridge IELTS 3 Listening Test 2
Audio · Timed practiceCambridge IELTS 3 Listening Test 3
Audio · Timed practiceCambridge IELTS 3 Listening Test 4
Audio · Timed practiceCambridge IELTS 2 listening tests
4 testsCambridge IELTS 2 Listening Test 1
Audio · Timed practiceCambridge IELTS 2 Listening Test 2
Audio · Timed practiceCambridge IELTS 2 Listening Test 3
Audio · Timed practiceCambridge IELTS 2 Listening Test 4
Audio · Timed practiceMore IELTS Listening practice tests
4 testsIELTS Listening Practice Test 1
Practice paper · Answer reviewIELTS Listening Practice Test 2
Practice paper · Answer reviewIELTS Listening Practice Test 3
Practice paper · Answer reviewIELTS Listening Practice Test 4
Practice paper · Answer reviewHow to practise IELTS Listening
- Choose a test and read its instructions, question count and answer limits.
- Begin the recording and start the practice timer. Listen carefully and enter your answers.
- Submit your attempt, review incorrect answers and repeat difficult sections.
These are independent practice adaptations. Question totals and submission steps can vary by page.
IELTS Listening practice questions
Are these IELTS Listening practice tests free?
The listening practice tests linked here are free to open and practise online.
Which Cambridge IELTS books can I practise here?
This page groups the available listening tests from Cambridge IELTS Books 1–5. Book 5 includes adapted practice and a clearly labelled draft.
How do I check my answers?
Open a test, follow its instructions and submit your attempt to review the answers and score. Each page explains its question total and timer. Some pages request contact details when submitting; phone is optional.
Is Listening the same for Academic and General Training?
IELTS uses the same Listening test for Academic and General Training. The official format has four parts and 40 questions. These independent practice adaptations may have different question counts, so check the selected page.
What should I do if a recording will not play?
Use the Open on YouTube or Watch on YouTube link on the test page if available. Playback depends on the video owner’s permissions and YouTube availability. The practice timer and recording may need to be controlled separately.
Format reference: Official IELTS Listening test format.