How to get 9 in IELTS Listening Module
– Part 1
If you are reading this article, i can consider that you are highly motivated individual. Even if you do not think this way, i do. Because positive thinking and expecting good generally bring good in return. I will write about IELTS Listening in two part series. I expect you will gain in-depth knowledge from these IELTS Listening tips and tricks.Listen, Concentrate and Write
Unlike any other Listening Tests, IETS listening module require high degree of concentration and speed. In listening tests, there are three things to be performed at the same time which makes IELTS listening tests a challenge.During any English listening test, looking carefully at the questions can help you to predict a number of things, both about what you are going to hear and the answer that is required.
Basic IELTS & English Listening Test Strategies
Before you start listening test, read and observe the content quickly. Look out for keywords (Visit, places, reserve, seat, people) and Underline them so when you hear them you will know answer is about to be given instantly. By underlining keywords you can guess what the speaker will be talking about. For example, if in questions you see references to; Visits, places, reserve, seat, people, it suggests that the content is about a tour, and someone is arranging the booking of the tour, and the information will be about the tour which may include number of seats, the no. of people, the reservation, the name or nature of places. Just by reading the questions in IELTS listening tests you will know what the speaker will speak about. In this casethe speaker will be talking about tour booking.What are Keywords in IELTS?
The words which help you to find the answer to question. Keywords could be names, places, a number or a description in the Question paper. Keyword could be one word but may vary upon the content. It should not be more than three words. It provides you with the clue on the nature of speech/conversation in IELTS Listening.
