Listening PDF Tests
Listening Test Details:
Same for Both: Academic & General Training modules
Total Duration: ~30 minutes
Extra Time: 10 minutes to transfer answers to the answer sheet
Total Questions: 40 (10 per section)
Question Types: Multiple choice, matching, labeling diagrams, sentence completion, etc.
IELTS Listening Test Structure
| Section | Content | Context | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Section 1 | A conversation between two people | Everyday social context (e.g., booking a hotel, asking for information) | Tests ability to understand basic factual information |
| Section 2 | A monologue | Everyday situation (e.g., a speech about local facilities) | Focuses on listening for specific information and details |
| Section 3 | A conversation among up to four people | Educational or training context (e.g., students discussing a project) | Tests ability to follow group discussions and understand opinions |
| Section 4 | A monologue | Academic lecture or presentation | Assesses ability to grasp complex ideas and academic language |