What it is: You hear 3 recordings, each twice, and answer on the paper. 25 marks, about 45 minutes.
The 5 question types: Each one has its own lesson in 5.2.
| Question type | What you do |
|---|---|
| Multiple choice | choose A, B or C |
| True sentences | tick the true ones |
| Who says what? | tick the speaker (or both) |
| Gap-fill | write max. 3 words |
| Short answer | write a few words |
- You are going to hear…
- starts every recording
- an interview
- someone asks questions
- a podcast
- an audio show online
- a conversation
- people talking together
- a radio programme
- a show on the radio
- the recording
- what you listen to, twice
Remember: Most answers are a letter or a few words. Never full sentences.
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Every recording, three steps
Before: read the questions
Know what to listen for.
1st listen: the general idea
Who speaks, and about what?
2nd listen: the details
Write or tick, then check nothing is blank.
Read → Listen → Check
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Example: Choose the correct answer.
You are going to hear Priya, who talks about her school trip.
- What did Priya like best? A. The castle. B. The science museum. C. The long train journey.
Hi, I'm Priya. Last month my class went on a trip to Edinburgh. We travelled by train, which took about four hours. On the first day we visited the castle, but it rained all afternoon. My favourite part was the science museum on the second day, because we could try all the experiments ourselves. Next year I'd like to go back with my family.
- B. The science museum.
Do
- Read the questions first.
- Use both listens.
- Write only what is asked.
Don't
- Pick a word just because you heard it.
- Write full sentences.
- Leave an answer blank.