1.IELTS LISTENING MODULE
The Listening modules are the same for both the Academic and the General Training versions of the IELTS.
There are four sections to the Listening module. There are 40 questions altogether. The questions become progressively more difficult. The audio will last approximately 30 minutes.
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Sections |
Topics |
Speakers |
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1 |
General, everyday topics |
Conversation between two people |
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2 |
General, everyday topics |
One person |
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3 |
School or training-related topics |
Conversation between two or more people |
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4 |
School or training-related topics |
One person |
During the test, you will be given time to read the questions before you hear the audio. As you listen, you should write your answers in your test booklet. Do not wait until the end. The answers in the audio follow the order of the questions. If you hesitate and think about one question, you may miss the next question. The audio keeps going.
At the end of each question, you will be given 30 seconds to check your answers. You will have an additional 10 minutes to transfer your answers from your test booklet to the official answer sheet. You must transfer your answers. If you don’t transfer your answers, your answers will not be counted and you will not receive a listening score.
IELTS LISTENING QUESTION TYPES
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Question type |
Action |
Key points |
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Pick from a list |
You pick the correct answers from a list of options. |
Write only the correct letters A, B, C, etc. Answers may be worth one mark or more. Answers can be written in any order. |
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Form filling |
You complete the gaps in the form. |
Write up to three words and/or a number. Check spelling. |
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Labelling a map or plan |
You identify places on the map or plan. |
Write up to three words and/or a number. If there is a box of answers to choose from, write the correct letter A, B, C, etc. |
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Sentence/summary completion |
You complete the gaps in the sentences or summary. |
Write up to three words and/or a number. Check spelling. Check grammar of sentence. |
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Table completion |
You complete the table. |
Write up to three words and/or a number. Check spelling. |
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Short answer questions |
You answer the questions. |
Write up to three words and/or a number. Answers may be worth one mark or more. Check spelling. |
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Multiple choice |
You choose the correct letter A, B or C. |
Write only the correct letters A, B or C. |
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Matching |
You match things together, e.g. places and people. |
Write only the correct letters A, B, C, etc. Options may be used more than once. |
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Labelling a diagram |
You label the parts on a diagram. |
Write up to three words and/or a number. If there is a box of answers to choose from, write the correct letter A, B, C, etc. |
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Note completion |
You complete the notes. |
Write up to three words and/or a number. |
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Flow chart completion |
You complete the flow chart. |
Write up to three words and/or a number. If there is a box of answers to choose from, write the correct letter A, B, C, etc. |
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Classification |
You decide which category some words belong to. |
Write only the correct letters A, B, C, etc. |
LISTENING TIPS
1. Learn and understand the directions. Use your time during the test to study the questions, not the directions.
2. Study the different types of questions. Be prepared for what the question might ask you to do. Be prepared to complete a sentence, tick a box, or choose a letter.
3. Take notes in your question booklet as you listen. You can circle possible answers and change your mind later when you transfer your answers to the answer sheet.
4. If you don't know an answer, guess.
5. Whenever you have extra time, study the next set of questions. Make assumptions about what you think you will hear.
6. When you make assumptions, ask yourself: Who? What? When? Where? and How?
7. The correct answer is often repeated, but the words will not be written exactly as they are heard. The test will use paraphrases and synonyms.
8. A lot of information given in the conversations and lectures is not tested. Try to listen only for answers to the questions.
9. Don't get stuck on a question. If you didn't hear the answer, go on.
10. The answers are given in order. For example, if you hear the answer to Question 10, but didn't hear the answer for Question 9, you missed Question 9. You will not hear the answer later. Guess the answer to Question 9 and move on.
11. When you write a word in a blank, you must spell the word correctly. It doesn't matter if you use British or American spelling. It must be spelled correctly or you will get a lower score.
12. Mark your answers carefully. If you are asked to give a letter (e.g., A), don't put a phrase.
13. Look out for speakers who correct themselves. The second statement is the one that is usually asked for.
14. Incomplete or shortened answers (e.g., times and dates) will be marked as incorrect.
15. Remember that answers that exceed word limits (even use of a and the) will be marked as incorrect.
16. A variety of accents are used including British, American, and Australian Practice listening to different native speakers.
17. Answers are generally straightforward. Do not expect anything extraordinary.
18. Practice listening for a full half hour. Concentrate. Do not let your mind wander. Can you repeat main ideas and details from what you heard? Can you summarize what you heard?
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