The authoritative preparation guide to help you conquer the IELTS The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is a paper-based test that consists of four modules Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking. Question types include multiple choice, sentence completion, short answer, classification, matching, labeling, and diagram/chart interpretation. Created by ESL experts at Cambridge University in the UK, the IELTS English proficiency exam is used worldwide for admission to English-speaking colleges and universities. McGraw-Hill s IELTS provides intensive instruction and practice for every question type you may encounter on this important exam, plus four complete sample tests with explanations.