How many questions are there? There are a total of 40 questions in the listening test. 10 questions in each test.
How long is the listening test? The IELTS listening test lasts for 40 minutes. You listen to the recording and answer the questions for 30 minutes. After that you have 10 minutes to transfer your answers to the answer sheets.
How many times will I be able to listen to the recording? You only get a chance to listen once to the recording. So, make sure you prepare the questions well and that you concentrate!
What is the listening answer sheet? You will have time to transfer your answers sheet when you have finished the listening. You will have an extra 10 minutes to transfer your answers sheet. You should practice using the answer sheet at home before you take the test.
Do I lose a point if my answer is wrong? No, you don’t lose a point for a wrong answer. So never leave an empty space – always take a guess.
Do the answers come in order? It depends on the type of question. For some questions answers are in order, for other types they are not.
Will I have time to read the questions before I listen? Yes, you will be given some time to look over the questions before the recording begins. Use this time wisely. Read the questions, underline key words and think of any possible paraphrases you might hear. They will tell you how many questions to read through “you will now hear questions 4-10…” – this information is to make sure how many questions you must read through before the recording starts.
Can I write on the listening question paper? Yes, you can. You can make notes, underline words, and write on any part of the question paper. Only your answer sheet will be marked. In fact, it is very useful to make notes on your question paper and can help you locate answers.
No, you should use the question paper to write on while you listen.
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