IELTS Listening

Multiple Choice Question in IELTS Listening

It is possible to have a multiple choice question in section 1 of IELTS listening. In section 1, you need to listen to two speakers and with this type of question you need to choose between various options in each answer. In section 1, the multiple choice questions and answer options are slightly easier. Don’t forget that you will probably hear the information from more than one option in the recording, but only one will be the right answer.

IELTS Listening Practice: Multiple Choice Questions

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Transcript and Answers

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Transcript

Hi, Beth. Do you fancy coming round to dinner sometime this week?
That sounds lovely I’m pretty busy at the start of the week but I’m free on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday evening.
Great. Let’s make it Friday at 7pm then.
Oh sorry, I’ve just remembered that I’ve got a meeting on Friday and won’t finish until at least 6 so there’s no way I’ll make it for 7.
Shall we make it half past 7 then? Would that be better?
Yes. I’m sure I’ll be able to make it for then.
I was thinking of doing a chicken roast with cheesecake to follow. Is that ok or are you vegetarian again?
Well, I did go through a vegetarian period a while ago but I’m not veggie anymore. However I have just discovered that I’m lactose intolerant so I have to avoid any milk products which means I’ll have to pass on the cheesecake I’m afraid.
Oh that’s alright. I’ll just do something else for dessert then.
Great. Sorry to be a bother.
Don’t worry it’s absolutely fine. Oh by the way, you’ll need to park a quite a few doors down because there’s building work going on next door and our part of the road is occupied.
Ok, thanks for letting me know. See you Friday.
Bye

Answers

1. C
2. B
‘… I’m lactose intolerant so I have to avoid any milk products…’
The answer can’t be C because Beth says ‘…I’ll have to pass on the cheesecake..’ and this means she must say no to the cheesecake.
3. A
‘…you’ll need to park a quite a few doors down..’ because ‘…our part of the road is occupied .’ and this means further down in another part of the street.

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IELTS Listening Table Completion Practice

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The questions below require you to complete a table and are typical of section 2 in IELTS listening. You need to prepare the columns and rows in the table before you listen in order to predict paraphrasing as well as the type of answer you need to listen for.

Filling in a table is a question type that can come in all sections of the test. The key to tables is to remember that the answers will all come in order so follow the information in the table.

IELTS Listening practice: Table Completion

Transcript and Answers

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Transcript

London has uncountable attractions for first time visitors but for those of you looking for interest and history, Hampton Court Palace and Madame Tussauds are unmissable. Hampton Court Palace, which was the favourite royal residence of Henry VIII, boasts 60 acres of formal gardens as well as the famous maze and Great Vine. For adults the price for an entry ticket is 16.50 but a child’s ticket is 8.25 although if your child is under 5, it’s free. If you are only interested in the gardens rather than entering the court itself, then you can get a garden ticket only. It opens daily at 10 in the morning, last admissions are at 5pm and closing time is at 6.

Another popular favorite place to put on your London itinerary is Madame Tussauds. Filled with life size wax models of celebrities, there are 14 interactive zones as well as the amazing Marvel Super Heroes 4D movie experience. Why don’t you take a walk down the red carpet and strike a pose next your favourite film star. Tickets are 28.00 for an adult and 22.50 for all children. That may sound like a steep price but it really is a once-in-a-life-time experience. Doors open at 9.30 each morning and close at 5.30pm.

Answers

6. free
7. 10am 6pm (you need both answers correct)
8. £28.00
9. £22.50
10. 5.30pm

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IELTS Listening Multiple Choice Practice & Essential Tips

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This lesson focuses on IELTS listening multiple choice questions and offers tips, practice and useful vocabulary to help you achieve your best. Multiple choice questions are the most difficult of all the questions in IELTS listening and you need to develop the right techniques to deal with them in order to do well.

On this page, you will find:

Multiple Choice Tips
Multiple Choice Practice Lessons
1. Practice 1: Long List Selection
2. Practice 2: Picture Selection
3. Practice 3: Common IELTS MC questions.

1) IELTS Listening Multiple Choice Tips

Preparing the Questions:

check for a title
you might be asked to respond to a question or complete a sentence
find keywords in the question
1. the keywords will help you understand which answers are right and which are wrong
2. paraphrase the keywords
3. if it is a list selection multiple choice, underline the number of answers you need to find – for example, choose three letters.

Preparing the Multiple Answers Options

Read through the answer options
1. highlight similar options so you don’t get confused
2. note the differences between those options
3. think of paraphrases for keywords
All answer options will probably be mentioned in the recording – but only one will be the right answer.
The questions come in order but the answer options will not come in order in the recording, for example you might hear language about option B before you hear option A.
Don’t think that the first answer you hear is the correct one – keep listening.
Watch out for answers that are given and then taken away again by the speaker. This means the speaking say “green” but later says “sorry, I meant blue”.
Listen for the word “but” or “however” this can mean a negative is coming which means it might not be the right answer.
If you think an answer is correct, put a tick but keep listening to make sure it is right.
You can write on your question paper for the paper test so use ticks and crosses for right and wrong answers.
Don’t forget, you can only listen once to the recording in your test. You can’t pause the recording.
You must develop speed reading skills to be able to read all answers and spot keywords before the recording starts. This skill comes with practice.

Types of Multiple Choice Questions in IELTS Listening

There are four types of multiple choice questions that have appeared in the IELTS Listening Test over the years. Below you can see examples of them:

In your test, you will not see the words “Type 1” – this label is just for your reference on my website. As you can see above, there are Multiple Choice Questions that ask you to: 1) answer a question 2) complete a sentence 3) select from a long list 4) choose a picture (this is the least common and rarely appears but is still worth preparing for). For each type, your answer will be a letter. I have practice lessons so you can get used to these kinds of questions. See below.

3) Practice Lessons for Multiple Choice IELTS Listening

Below you will find three types of Multiple Choice Listening Practice Lessons. Take your time to do the exercises and also make sure you spend time after to review the transcripts so that you can analyse language, keywords and review your strategies. Enjoy!

Multiple Choice Listening Practice 1

Listening Topic: Health Care Conference

Questions 1-3: Who will be lecturing at the conference today?

Choose three options from the following list (A-G) as your answers

A = Dr Christopher Lord
B = Dr David Bishop
C = Dr George Ripley
D = Dr William Benson
E = Dr Roger Dean
F = Dr Daisy Mandalay
G = Dr Ralph Morris

Recording:

ANSWERS & TRANSCRIPT

. It’s always best to check your answers reading the transcript and listening again to the recording. This is a great way to develop your listening awareness. After that, check the answer key.

Transcript

Transcript

Today’s topic under discussion is the health care system both past and present. We have a number of guests for today’s lectures, videos and debates, one of them the notable Dr David Bishop.

The morning will be kicked off by Dr Roger Dean who will be presenting his speech summarising the major changes and challenges of the health care system from the year 2000 to around 2012. Following him, will be Dr William Benson who will oversee the debate on today’s problems for hospitals. After lunch, Dr Daisy Mandalay will be showing a revealing video relating to the current trends in health problems faced by today’s society. Dr Christopher Lord will then address everyone on the problems faced by family doctors and the vital role they play in the health care system. Last, but not least, Dr David Bishop, as I mentioned earlier, will take the floor to tell you about his current research. Dr Ralph Morris will be responsible for collecting your feedback on the various parts of the conference at the end of the day. That will conclude our seminars for the day. Tomorrow’s conference details will be put up on the notice board later this afternoon but you will be all please to know that Dr George Ripley has agreed to lecture you all.

Answers

Answers

E A B (any order ). This question counts for answers to questions 1, 2 and 3. This means three points – one point for each correct answer. Because they are three questions from the same list, your answers (letters) can b written in any order.

E
- ‘Dr Roger Dean who will be presenting his speech…’
A
- ‘Dr Christopher Lord will address everyone…’
B
- ‘Dr David Bishop, as I mentioned earlier, will take the floor to tell you about…’

Comments: The answer is not C (Dr George Ripley) because he is talking tomorrow not today. The answer is not D (Dr William Benson) because he is running a debate. He is not giving a lecture. The answer is not F (Dr Daisy Mandalay) because she is showing a video not talking. The answer is not G (Dr Ralph Morris) because he is collecting feedback and not speaking.

The key to success in this listening practice is to identify the word “lecture” as the key word in the question. Many names are mentioned but only three people are actually lecturing today.

Vocabulary

Vocabulary

give a lecture / to lecture Synonyms:

give a talk about / on
to address people on
give a seminar on
hold a seminar on
to take the floor (to talk)
to instruct people on
to give a speech about / on
to present a speech / talk on about

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Listening Multiple Choice for IELTS Practice 2

This is an example of a picture multiple choice. You must choose the correct picture as your answer based on the description in the recording. As always, your answer will be a letter.

Listening Topic: Mammoths

Question 1: Which type of mammoth is this lecture going to focus on?

Choose the correct letter A-C

Recording:

ANSWER & TRANSCRIPT

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Vocabulary

mammoth = prehistoric animal now extinct similar in shape to an elephant
physiology = make-up / structure
prominent = major / outstanding
parts of an elephant and mammoth = tusks, trunk, large ears
huge / colossal = enormous / extremely large

Transcript

There is evidence of much change and development in the mammoth. We can see the Ambelodon 20 million years ago, the Stegodon 12 million years ago and finally the Stegotetrabelodon which existed somewhere between 7.5 to 4.5 million years ago. There seem to have been a number of changes in the physiology of the mammoth, the most prominent were in the height, the size of the ears and the shape of the head and tusks. Today, I’m going to be focusing, on the one most of us associate with the ‘so-called’ classic shape and size of a mammoth and which is most known for its huge curving tusks and colossal size.

Answer

B
‘Today, I’m going to be focusing on….. which is most known for its huge curving tusks and colossal size.’. This lesson is the perfect example of how you need to be patient and not get lost in long, technical words, because at the end of the day, the keywords were at the end and the rest was irrelevant information to the answer.

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Multiple Choice Questions Listening Practice 3

Listening Topic: Dashford Study Center

Questions 1-4: Choose the correct letter A, B or C.

Membership at the study center is 20 pounds

A. for everyone.
B. for everyone except the elderly and students.
C. for everyone each year.

2. Members are able to take out

A. an unlimited amount of books.
B. a maximum of 3 books.
C. 3 books for 3 days.

3. Booking is unnecessary for

A. the yoga, dance and gentle exercise classes.
B. general fitness classes.
C. the walking class.

4. Arts and crafts classes are taught by

A. volunteers.
B. teachers.
C. teachers and volunteers.

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TRANSCRIPT & ANSWERS

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Transcript

The study center in Dashford was opened to give free educational and recreational services to the community of Dashford. Membership is free for over 65’s as well as for students, as long as they have a student ID. For everyone else it is an annual membership of 20 pounds.

Members are able to enjoy full access to our extensive library. The library comprises of a comprehensive collection of classic literature, resource books, children’s books, history books and popular literature. As members, you are able to borrow up to 3 books at a time for up to 4 days.

Our recreational services extend for both members and non-members. We offer social and leisure activities for all age groups. Our yoga, dance and gentle exercise classes are extremely popular and booking ahead is required to ensure your place on one of these courses. However, our walking group, who meet once a week, offer unlimited places but you do have to have a good level of general fitness. We also have IT classes at beginner, intermediate and advanced levels. But for those of you who are more creative, there are arts and crafts classes which are run by a qualified teacher with volunteer support. Before checking everything why don’t you take a look around and see what you might be interested in.

Answers

B
- Common trap – Always be careful of words that you hear in the recording and see in the answer options – always look out for extra words such as “everyone else“.
B
- A maximum of 3 = up to 3. This is a direct paraphrase.
C
- unlimited places = no need to book
  The trap in this question is that the word ‘booking’ was used with the information about yoga, dance and exercise – IELTS often give the same word with the wrong answer.
B
- The classes are run by teachers = the classes are taught by teachers. The volunteers only support, they do not teach.

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IELTS Listening: Section 4 Practice

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IELTS Listening Section 4 is an educational lecture below are tips and a practice lesson to help you prepare. All candidates take the same listening test so this is the same for Academic and GT candidates. This is the most difficult section of the listening test. The listening exercise below is based on section 4 and it focuses on short answer questions. It is possible to get any question type in section 4.

IELTS Listening Section 4 Tips

Section 4 is an academic talk by one speaker, a lecture.
- Please note, for candidates taking the General Training IELTS Test, you will be taking the same listening test and the same speaking test as the Academic candidates.
Academic lectures are usually structured:
- Introduction – what the talk main points will be
- Middle
  - Main Points with Detailed and Examples
- Conclusion – a summary
- This logical organisation of information will help you.
Signposts:
- As the speaker moves from one point to another, they will say things like:
  - Looking at X
  - Moving on to Y
  - Another interesting point is …
- You need to pay attention to these words.
Linking words
- Talks will also use linking words to add information, give an opposite point or give an example. All these words will help you understand the information and follow the points. Example words:
  - Firstly, Secondly, Thirdly
  - Also, in addition, moreover, furthermore
  - by contrast, conversely, on the other hand
  - for example, such as, like, namely
- You can find a list of common linking words on this page: Linking Words. Although the page is for writing task 2, they are formal linking words used for formal talks as well.
Academic talks contain vocabulary relevant to the topic. Such vocabulary often isn’t paraphrased, which can be very useful in navigating the recording.
Don’t try to understand everything. Focus on listening for answers only
Predict the type of answer you need to listen for.
Listen out for paraphrases of common words.
For the listening practice below, answers will come in order
Section 4 usually has 10 questions. The lesson below is a practice lesson rather than a test. The aim is for you to get used to the language and layout of listening section 4.

When you finish your listening practice, listening again and read the transcript at the same time. Answers are given below.

Practice for IELTS Listening Section 4

Section 4 Practice Lesson

Dolphin Intelligence

Questions 1-6: Write no more than three words and/or a number.

1. The lecture will concentrate on tools, communication, sonar and what other aspect of dolphin intelligence?
2. How big is the brain of the bottle-nosed dolphin?
3. What other species use tools?
4. What can dolphins copy from other species?
5. Can dolphins see out of the water?
6. What does a dolphin hear through?

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TRANSCRIPT & ANSWERS

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Transcript

Today I’m going to talk to you about dolphin intelligence and in particular their use of tools, methods of communication, sonar and also their sensory capacity.
But first let’s look at how the dolphin brain compares to the brains of other species in terms of size. The largest brain in the world belongs to the sperm whale. Weighing some 9,000 grams, it is six to seven times larger than the human brain. The second largest brain in the world is the killer whale (or orca) at 6,000 grams. The next largest brain among the marine mammals is the bottlenosed dolphin at 1,500 grams, followed by human brains at approximately 1,200 grams. Strong connections between the sensorial and motive areas of a dolphin’s brain to the body indicate that it is very much sensitive to pain and stress.
Looking at the way dolphin’s use tools, while many believe that primates, such as chimpanzees, are the only species who use tools for activities, dolphins studied in the wild have been seen using sea sponges to protect their snouts from getting scratches as they scavenge for food on the ocean floor. Dependent calves, young baby dolphins, are also provided with sponges from their mothers, as research in the wild has seen infant dolphins wearing tiny sponges on their snouts while swimming close to their mothers.
With regards to dolphin communication, dolphins utilize “signature whistles” to identify themselves to others. In other words, these whistles can be seen as representing their names. Furthermore, dolphins also mimic movements, of both humans and other animals.
Another interesting point about dolphins is of course their sonar. It has been suggested by several noted scientists that dolphins may be able to create acoustical holographic images from the interlacing of their sonic output. It is well known that dolphins can see inside the bodies of their fellow dolphins, and other animals in the water. This is because dolphin sonar evolved to pass through water and does not reflect until it hits something like bone or air sacs. Since animal bodies are more than 50% water, their sonar enables them to literally “see” inside other animals.
And finally, dolphins have fantastic sensory capacity. They have the ability to focus their eyesight due to the curvy characteristics of their lenses, thus they are able to see both in and out of water. Moreover, dolphins have little more than a small hole for hearing, as having larger ears would severely affect the creature’s ability to swim. Rather, studies show that sounds are obtained through tiny bones, and then are transferred to the inner ear through the fatty material that surrounds the eardrum. Adapted from Bluevoice.org

Answers

1. sensory capacity
2. 1500 grams / 1500g
3. primates / chimpanzees
4. movements
5. yes
6. (a) small hole

note: when you see brackets in an answer key, it means the word in brackets is optional. Your answer is right with or without it. You can’t use brackets in your test.

Vocabulary

capacity = ability
indicate = show / point to
primate = monkey
snouts = noses (for dolphins and pigs)
scavenge = hunt / forage
infant = new born / child
mimic = copy

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Multiple Choice in IELTS Listening

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It is possible to get a multiple choice question in all sections of IELTS listening. The exercise below is based on section 2, which means it’s one speaker talking on a social topic. Make sure you read through each question and check the options possible before you start listening.

Multiple Choice Questions for IELTS Listening

Transcript & Answers

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Transcript

Answers

1. B
Common trap – IELTS often give the same words in the multiple choice options and the audio in order to trap you. This question is testing if you know the difference between the words ‘everyone’ and ‘everyone else’. You can also see that IELTS has paraphrased ‘over 65’s’ for ‘the elderly’.
2. B
A maximum of 3 = up to 3. This is a direct paraphrase.
3. C
unlimited places = no need to book
The trap in this question is that the word ‘booking’ was used with the information about yoga, dance and exercise – IELTS often give the same word with the wrong answer.
4. B
This is a test of your vocabulary. The classes are run by teachers = the classes are taught by teachers. The volunteers only support, they do not teach.

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IELTS Listening Practice: Sentence Completion

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Sentence Completion questions for IELTS Listening: Practice & Essential Tips

IELTS listening sentence completion questions are basically gap fill questions that require you to fill a gap in the sentence with either words or numbers or a combination of words and numbers. Use the tips below to learn the right techniques for this type of listening question. Then challenge yourself with the practice lessons below.

IELTS Listening Sentence Completion Tips

Below is an example set of sentence completion questions as you would see them in the IELTS Listening Test. Read the tips below to learn how you should approach them with the right right techniques and understanding.

Useful Tips:

Prepare Sentences: You will have time to read through the sentences before the recording starts.
Predict Answers: You can predict what type of word the answer will be, such as a verb or noun. For example:
- Question 1 above shows that you will probably be listening for a verb because it has the preposition to before the gap. Of course, the preposition to can also be in front of other kinds of words as well, but when we say “useful to …..” it usually requires a verb to follow.
- Question 2 shows that you will need to listen for a noun because before the gap are the words a cultural.
- So, grammar will help you to predict answers.
Grammar Will Help: The sentence must be grammatically correct when you put the missing word into the sentence. This means you need to think about articles a/the . They might or might not be needed.
Answers in Order: The answers to the questions will come in order in the recording. This means the answer to question 1 will come first and then the answer to question 2 will follow. This will help you keep track of which question you are on and where you are in the recording.
Answer Word Count: The instructions will always tell you how many words or numbers you can have for the answer. If it says No More Than Two Words – it means you can have two words, one word, but you can’t have three words (you can’t have more but you can have fewer).
Keywords: The question will have useful keywords in it to help you locate the answer. For example, in question 1 above the keywords are traditions and countries.
Paraphrasing: Many keywords will be paraphrased so you might not hear the keywords precisely as they are shown in the question. For example, traditions could be paraphrased as heritage. However, some words might not be paraphrased and you will hear them in the recording. For example, “neuro-typical”, it is unlikely this kind of word will be altered, in which case you can listen carefully to hear it.
Speed: You do not have a lot of time to prepare question by reading them, spotting keywords and also paraphrasing. But with practice you can build these skills so that you can do them faster and faster. This should be part of your IELTS preparation.
Before or After Keywords: One mistake people make is that they think the answer will come after you hear the keywords (or their equivalent paraphrase). This is wrong. You might hear the answer before or after you hear the keyword. This is why you must pay close attention to the recording.
Guess: If you don’t know the answer, just guess. Never leave an answer empty.
Spelling counts. If your answer is spelled incorrectly, it will be marked wrong. Every word and every letter must be precise.
Listen Only Once: remember, you will hear the recording only once and you won’t be able to pause it. You won’t be given the transcript. But in books and on my website, transcripts are provided with the answers so that you can analyse your answers and also learn useful paraphrasing and review techniques.

Now it’s time for some practice listening lessons for sentence completion questions.

IELTS Listening Sentence Completion Practice

Below you will find two useful listening practice lessons.

Listening Practice Lesson 1

Read through the questions below to prepare. Then listen to the recording below.

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TRANSCRIPT AND ANSWERS

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TRANSCRIPT

There are 700,000 autistic people in the UK. Autism is a lifelong disability which affects how a person communicates and responds to people and how they experience the world around them. Although most of the public have heard of autism, few actually understand what it is like to live with it and how to support someone with autism. Autism Hour is when businesses agree to dim their lights and reduce background noise, such as music, to create an environment that is more suitable for autistic people. Autistic people have difficulty processing sensory information leading to sensory overload which can cause great stress and even physical pain. In a world geared towards neuro-typical people, this problem can leave autistic people restricted in where they can go and what they can enjoy. Autism Hour not only opens doors to autistic shoppers and their families, it also provides an opportunity for staff members to learn more about autism which is essential if autistic people are to get the support and respect they need from society. Autism Hour is also important in bringing to light the general affect that sensory information can have on people who are not neuro-typical or who have an illness affecting their ability to cope with light or noise or any other type of sensory information.

ANSWERS

COMMUNICATES
- Communication is not possible.
- Your answer must have “s” at the end – communicates
DIM
OVERLOAD
- This is one word.
GEARED
SENSORY

Tip: Always remember that the listening test is testing your understanding of English grammar and English vocabulary.

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Listening Practice 2

Here is another listening practice lesson for filling in the gaps in a sentence.

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TRANSCRIPT & ANSWERS

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Transcript

A festival is an event which is celebrated collectively. Festivals are mostly celebrated to propagate the cultural heritage of nations. Most festivals have their origins in a cultural belief which has been passed down through the generations. Festivals help to promote solidarity and the patriotic spirit in society by bring people closer together in harmony as they celebrate the festival. During this time, differences are forgotten and the national cultural identity predominates. By celebrating international festivals, it helps to promote tolerance, reduce racial conflict and encourages the acceptance of cultural diversity in a country. While there are marked differences in the way festivals are celebrated all over the world, there is a similarity in the purpose that the festival serves.

Answers

propagate
belief
differences (the answer must be plural)
purpose

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Map Completion for IELTS Listening

by Liz 44 Comments

IELTS Listening Map questions can include a floor plan of a building. Below you will find an practice lesson for this type of question. This is similar to section 2 of the IELTS listening test where you have only one speaker talking about something familiar in life. You must label the parts of the building to complete the floor plan map.

IELTS Listening Map Floor Plan Tips

Notice the title which gives you an idea of the type of building it is.
Notice the entrance to the building.
- Most listening recordings for buildings will start at the entrance.
Your answer will be a word or words from the recording. You can’t alter the words.
Pay attention to the number of words you can have for your answer.
Answers will come in order.

Always prepare the map by looking at the locations of each number and predicting what language you might hear to find the answers.

IELTS Listening Floor Plan: Map Completion

Questions 1-6: Complete the map below using no more than three words for each question.

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TRANSCRIPT & ANSWERS

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Transcript

Welcome to the Bedford Doctor’s Surgery. As you are a new patient, please listen to the information about our practice to learn about our surgery and the facilities available. To enter our surgery you will need to go up the stairs to the first floor so if you are disabled and need wheelchair access, you will need to call us to organize this. Once you enter the surgery, please go straight to the reception room on the left and sign in with our receptionist. Then take a seat and wait for your name to be called. If you need the toilets, you’ll have to go back down to the ground floor which belongs to the company renting that floor. Downstairs, you’ll also see a small vending machine at the end of the hallway if you get peckish. Back upstairs in the surgery, if you have a large bag or a coat, you may want to leave them in the cloakroom which is located at the other end of the building. It’s the small room at the end of the corridor.

The two doctor’s consulting rooms are situated just to the right of the stairs both with a lovely view over the town, one of them used to be the old waiting room. The first one is consultation room A used by Dr Driver and consolation room B, next to it, is used on rotation by Dr Smith and Dr Philips. At the end of the hall, next to the cloakroom is a small waiting area for people who are waiting for the nurse. The practice nurse room is right next the waiting area. For patients who will be traveling by bus, there’s a bus stop just a few doors away from the surgery and for those of you coming by car, please park outside our main doors.

Note: the word “peckish” is an informal word meaning “hungry”

Answers

reception (room)
cloakroom
- one word
consultation room A
consultation room B
(small) waiting area
practice nurse room

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Form Completion for IELTS Listening Practice

by Liz 82 Comments

It is a common to be asked to fill in a form for Section 1 in IELTS listening. It is also the easiest type of question in the listening test. In Section 1, there are two speakers exchanging information on a social topic. It is often a phone conversation.

Check what type of information you need to listen for and be careful of traps. Common traps are when the answer is given and then changed by one of the speakers.

This is a practice listening for filling in forms and is useful for IELTS practice.

IELTS Listening Form Completion Practice

This is a typical example of a Form Completion Question that appears in IELTS Listening Section 1. In section 1, you will hear two speakers. This section is based on a social context, such as booking a course, in a restaurant or in an office. Get ready for more than one voice and different accents.

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Hello, this is the Oxford Orientation Summer Course booking office. How can I help you?
I’d like to book a place on a summer course this summer.
Certainly, let me take some details and then I’ll reserve a place for you. What is your full name?
It’s Maria Bueno.
So that’s Maria Beno – BENO?
No, actually it’s BUENO.
When were you born?
I was born on September 12th, 1985.
And which country do you come from?
I’m from Spain.
Well, we’ve got two different courses this summer. We’ve got the orientation for art history and museums and also one for photography. Which one would you like to book for?
The latter, please.
And is that just the one place for the photography course?
Yes, that’s right.
The course you’re interested in runs twice this summer, from June to July and again from August to September. Which one suits you best?
I think the August to September.
That’s fine. Just a few more details and then we’re done. The accommodation we offer on the course is all shared so you can choose from a shared room, a shared flat or a shared house.
Oh definitely not the shared room. I’d prefer the shared flat if you have one.
OK. What I need now are your flight details and also your email address.
Well, I’m coming on Iberia Lines flight IB316 arriving on July 29th. And my email address is m.bueno@gmail.com.
Well, that’s you booked then for a summer course starting in August. Is there anything else I can do for you?
No, that’s all. If you could just email me confirmation of my booking, that’s would be great.
I will do. Thank you. Goodbye.

Answers

1. Bueno (capital letter not needed)
2. September 12th, 1985 / Sept 12 1985 / 09/12/85
3. Spain
4. photography
5. August – September / August to September (capital letter not needed)
6. flat
7. IB316
8. m.bueno@gmail.com

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