For Ielts — Grammar

To reach a Band 7 or higher, you must move beyond simple sentences. Use a mix of these:

Don't join two full sentences with just a comma. Use a full stop or a conjunction. Grammar for IELTS

Two clauses joined by "and," "but," or "so." (e.g., Prices rose, but demand fell. ) To reach a Band 7 or higher, you

In Task 2, avoid being too certain. Use "modals" to sound more academic. Instead of: Video games cause violence. Try: Video games to aggressive behavior. 🛑 Common Pitfalls to Avoid Two clauses joined by "and," "but," or "so

This is the most common "silly" mistake. Ensure your verb matches your subject. The number of students have increased. Right: The number of students has increased. 2. Tense Consistency Use the right tense for the right task:

Misplaced commas can change your entire meaning. 📈 How Grammar is Scored

Grammar accounts for of your total score under the "Grammatical Range and Accuracy" criterion. Band 6: Mix of simple and complex forms with some errors.