Matching Headings

Matching headings is one of the most strategically important question types in the IELTS Academic Reading test. You are given a list of headings (usually more headings than paragraphs) and must match the correct heading to each paragraph or section. This question type tests your ability to identify the main idea of each paragraph.

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How the Question Works

• You are given a list of headings, typically numbered with Roman numerals (i, ii, iii, etc.).
• Each paragraph (or section) of the passage requires one heading.
• There are always more headings than paragraphs, so some headings will not be used.
• One heading may be given as an example (already matched for you).
• Each heading can only be used once.

Example Layout
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List of Headings

i    The economic impact of deforestation
ii   Early conservation efforts
iii  Causes of tropical deforestation
iv   The role of indigenous communities
v    A controversial government policy
vi   Solutions for sustainable forestry
vii  The global scale of forest loss
viii Challenges in measuring deforestation rates