Hello Friends,

Listening test format with essential strategies and other informations are given below.

LISTENING TEST FORMAT :

1. The IELTS Listening test contains 40 questions and it takes 30 minutes.
2. At the end of the test you will be given 10 minutes extra to transfer your answer to an answer sheet.
3. This module will be the same for both Academic as well as General training.
4. There will be total 4 parts, each part will have 10 questions.
5. Each correctly answered question is awarded one mark; therefore the maximum score you can achieve is 40.
6. You will hear a variety of accents e.g British, American, Australian or Canadian. 

IELTS LISTENING TEST STRATEGIES:

• Follow the Instructions and Questions Carefully

First of all you need to read the instructions and questions carefully. Instructions are important because they will tell you what to do. Take the following sentence for example:

     Write a number or no more than one word for each answer.

You need to know that you should write just one word or a number for each blank. Always keep it in your mind when you are writing the answers. The information will inform you what kind of information is required.

• Use Your Own Knowledge

You can use your knowledge to predict the words. Prior knowledge refers to your own knowledge and your life experience. Most situations in IELTS listening are familiar to students.

• Write Down Answers on the Question Paper First

When you are listening the audio, write down the answer on the test paper first and then transfer them to the answer sheet. Writing down answers on the answer sheet can create a distraction because you have to pay attention to your handwriting, Audio and Questions.

• Be Careful with Spelling and Grammar

Remember, do not forget to check spelling and grammar, especially the plural and past forms of nouns and verbs. Remember, a spelling mistake counts as a wrong answer.

• Missing the Answer 

If you ever Miss any information for a particular question, do not panic just try to guess the answer and try not to waste time; move quickly onto next one because wrong answers are never penalised in this test.

You will listen to four types of recordings of native English speakers.

• Part 1 - the conversation between Two people.
• Part 2 - a social context. e.g. a speech about local facilities.
• Part 3 - between up to four people e.g. a university tutor and students discussion.
• Part 4 - an academic subject. e.g. a university lecture.

For more information please write below in the comment section. Share the link and let others know. You can also join us: Pinterest And Instagram.