IELTS Reading: Master True, False, Not Given Questions (Eliminate Assumptions) IELTS Reading: Master True / False / Not Given Questions | The Absolute Rules for Identifying Hidden Assumptions By Shahida Noreen | Core Reading Strategy Module The **True / False / Not Given (TFNG)** question type remains one of the most significant hurdles for students aiming for a Band 8 or higher on the IELTS Academic or General Reading test. Why? Because these questions do not just test your vocabulary—they actively exploit your brain's natural tendency to form hidden assumptions . In everyday communication, our brains naturally bridge logical gaps to save processing energy. On the IELTS exam, however, filling in those blanks is a structural trap. To score consistently well, you must think like a computer interpreter: either a fact is entirely supported, explicitly contra...