IELTS Listening Test Questions

How many questions are there in the IELTS Listening test?

• 30

• 35

• 40

• 45

How many sections does the IELTS Listening test contain?

• 2

• 3

• 4

• 5

What is the total time limit for the IELTS Listening test (not including answer transfer time)?

• 30 minutes

• 35 minutes

• 40 minutes

• 45 minutes

What is the main difference between the paper-based and computer-based Listening test?

• The number of sections

• The accents used

• Transfer time for answers

• Number of questions

In the paper-based test, how many minutes are given to transfer answers?

• 5 minutes

• 10 minutes

• 15 minutes

• 20 minutes

In the computer-based test, how much transfer time is provided?

• None

• 2 minutes

• 5 minutes

• 10 minutes

Which type of English accent is NOT included in IELTS Listening?

• British

• Australian

• American

• None of the above

Which section is usually the easiest in Listening?

• Section 1

• Section 2

• Section 3

• Section 4

Which section is usually the most difficult in Listening?

• Section 1

• Section 2

• Section 3

• Section 4

How many times will each recording be played in the IELTS Listening test?

• Once

• Twice

• Three times

• Depends on the section