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International English Language Testing System is international standardized test of English language proficiency. Here are some IELTS Listening Module FAQs.

IELTS Listening Module FAQs

 

  • What kinds of recordings will be played?

There are four listening passages or sections, and these always follow the same order: Section 1 is a general conversation, Section 2 is a general monologue, Section 3 is an academic conversation, Section 4 is an academic monologue.

  • How many times will each listening passage be played?

Once only.

  • What is the time frame of the listening test and for how many minutes does it last?

The total time frame for the listening test is 40 minutes. And the recording lasts for 30 minutes and writing it on the sheets is for 10 minutes.

  • What is the time frame for the listening test taken on a computer?

For the computer-based IELTS listening test, the total time frame is 30 minutes with an extra 2 minutes of reviewing the answers, but no extra 10 minutes will be given to transfer answers on the screen.

  • Will we have time to read the questions before the audio recording starts?

Yes, you will be given some time to read the questions before you go on to write or hear the answers or audio.

 

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  • What question types are there in IELTS Listening?

Unlike TOEFL, IELTS includes more than just multiple-choice questions. You may have to answer short questions, complete sentences or a summary, or label a diagram. A very common question type involves completing a set of notes based on the passage. There are ten questions in each section and these will generally be of one to five different types.

  • Can I write on the question paper?

Yes, you can write freely on the question paper in both English and your own language if you prefer. After the recordings have been played, you will then have ten minutes to transfer your answers to the answer sheet.

  • Should I use British or American spelling?

Just as you will hear different varieties of English, you can also use different varieties of spelling in IELTS, so both centre are acceptable. As a general rule, it is better to decide which spelling variety you want to use and stick to it. That’s true not only in the Listening module but also in the Writing module of IELTS.

  • How many questions are there?

There are a total of 40 questions in the listening test. 10 questions in each section.

  • How long is the listening test?

The IELTS listening test lasts for 40 minutes.

  • What is the listening answer sheet?

You will have to transfer your answers to the answer sheet when you have finished listening, you will have an extra 10 minutes to transfer your answer to the answer sheet, you should practice using the answer sheet at home before you take the test.

  • What happens if I spell a word wrongly?

You don’t get the mark. It’s as simple as that. There will be no half-A-Mark deduction. Answers in the Listening test rarely involve long and difficult words but some candidates struggle with spelling names.

  • I am afraid of the answers with numbers. I don’t know if I should write them as words or figures!

Either will work nicely: 2 or two.

  • What are the pros of taking the computer-based IELTS Listening Module?

The pros are it’s a hassle-free test-taking method if you’re a good typist, the results are available real quick, the crowd will be less for computer-based the task, good sized screen for reading the questions and lastly, slots are available easily.

  • What are the cons of taking the computer-based IELTS Listening Module?

Do not take u this method of test-taking if you’re not a good typist, the screen gets locked at a particular time and after which you won’t be able to make any necessary changes.

  • The example, in the beginning, is it removed?

Yes, it has been removed and the candidate now has to start answering questions directly to questions.