IELTS Listening Test Questions

You hear a list of things and the answer choices ask you to choose two or more. How should you transfer your answers?

• Write the answer choices in the order you heard them.

• Write the answer choices in any order as long as they are correct.

• You need to remember the exact order for all your answers.

• There's no need to transfer your answers - mark them directly on the listening booklet.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.10

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

The speaker mentions several options, but the answer choices only include two. What's the best approach?

• Choose the two options that seem most important.

• Assume the missing options are not relevant.

• The answer must be explicitly mentioned in the audio.

• It depends - sometimes all options are important, sometimes not.

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CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Which of the following is NOT a type of IELTS Listening test question?

• Multiple Choice

• Matching

• Short Answer Questions

• True/False

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.10

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

Which of the following is NOT a tip for labeling a map or diagram in the IELTS Listening test?

• Listen for specific details about the location of each item.

• Use visual cues to help you identify the correct labels.

• Eliminate answer choices that are clearly incorrect.

• Write down the labels in any order.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.7

CCSS.RI.3.7

CCSS.RI.4.7

CCSS.RL.2.7

CCSS.RL.3.7

You hear the speaker mention a specific date. The answer choices also include dates. However, none of the dates match exactly what you heard. What should you do?

• Choose the answer closest to the date mentioned.

• Look for an answer that contradicts the information in the audio.

• This scenario is impossible - the answer choices should always match the audio exactly.

• It depends on the context - listen for additional information that might clarify.

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.9

CCSS.RI.2.9

CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RL.4.5

You hear the speaker say "but" or "however." What should you be aware of?

• This indicates the speaker is changing their mind about something.

• The information following "but" or "however" might contradict something previously said.

• These words are unimportant and can be ignored.

• A & B only

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

When answering Matching IELTS Listening questions, it is important to:

• Read the questions carefully before listening to the audio.

• Pay attention to synonyms and paraphrases in the audio.

• Eliminate answer choices as you listen.

• All of the above

Tags

CCSS.RF 4.3.A

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.3.4B

CCSS.RF.3.4C

What is the best way to prepare for Multiple Choice IELTS Listening questions?

• Practice listening to a variety of English accents.

• Familiarize yourself with the different types of Multiple Choice questions.

• Learn to identify key words and phrases in the audio.

• All of the above

Tags

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.3.4A

CCSS.RF.3.4C

What is a good strategy for answering Short Answer Questions in the IELTS Listening test?

• Write down as much information as you can hear.

• Pay attention to spelling and grammar.

• Use keywords from the question in your answer.

• All of the above

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.10

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4