Why Did My Listening Score Go From a 7 to a 5.5? Don’t Let This Happen to You!

The video discusses common reasons for a decrease in IELTS listening exam scores, such as test difficulty, unfamiliar topics, and lack of solid strategies. It emphasizes the importance of listening widely to native speaker content and provides recommendations for media to improve understanding. The video also highlights the need for solid strategies to handle unfamiliarity during exams.

What is one reason why IELTS listening scores might decrease?

• The test was easier than usual.

• The test was harder than usual.

• The test was shorter than usual.

• The test was longer than usual.

How can test-takers prepare for unfamiliar topics in the IELTS listening exam?

• By reading more books.

• By practicing writing essays.

• By taking more practice tests.

• By listening to media made for native speakers.

Which of the following is recommended to get used to different accents?

• Reading British novels.

• Watching British TV shows.

• Practicing with a British friend.

• Listening to music.

What is a suggested strategy to avoid missing answers during the listening test?

• Skipping difficult questions.

• Guessing the answers.

• Underlining and tracking keywords.

• Listening to the audio multiple times.

Why is it important to have solid strategies during the IELTS listening exam?

• To help other test-takers.

• To finish the test quickly.

• To avoid becoming deflated and giving up.

• To impress the examiners.