IELTS 리스닝이란?
IELTS 리스닝은 30분 동안 4개 섹션에 걸쳐 40개의 질문이 있는 시험입니다. 답안지에 답을 옮기는 추가 10분이 주어집니다. 시험은 일상적인 사회적 상황에서 학술 강의로 진행됩니다.
Section 1: Social Conversation (4-5 minutes)
Section 1 features a conversation between two people in an everyday social situation. This is the easiest section and helps you get comfortable with the test format.
Common Topics
Tips for Section 1
- • Listen for specific details like names, dates, numbers
- • Pay attention to spelling and grammar
- • Use the 10-minute transfer time wisely
- • Don't panic if you miss an answer
Section 2: Monologue (3-4 minutes)
Section 2 features a single speaker talking about a general topic of interest, such as a tour of a facility or description of an event.
Common Topics
Tips for Section 2
- • Follow the speaker's flow of information
- • Note keywords and main points
- • Be ready for map or diagram questions
- • Listen for signposting words
Section 3: Educational Discussion (4-5 minutes)
Section 3 features a conversation between up to four people in an educational or training context, such as students discussing a project or assignment.
Common Topics
Tips for Section 3
- • Identify different speakers
- • Track who agrees or disagrees
- • Listen for opinions and attitudes
- • Note the main conclusion reached
Section 4: Academic Lecture (4-5 minutes)
Section 4 features a single speaker giving an academic lecture or presentation on an academic subject. This is the most challenging section with complex vocabulary and ideas.
Common Topics
Tips for Section 4
- • Focus on main ideas, not every detail
- • Listen for lecture structure (introduction, body, conclusion)
- • Note examples and supporting points
- • Don't get stuck on unknown words
Question Types
IELTS Listening includes 6 main question types:
1. Multiple Choice
Choose A, B, C, or D. Listen for the exact match to the options.
2. Matching
Match items from two lists. Often used with people, places, or things.
3. Map/Plan/Label
Label a map, plan, or diagram. Requires understanding spatial descriptions.
4. Form/Note/Table Completion
Complete gaps in forms, notes, or tables with information from the recording.
5. Sentence Completion
Complete sentences using words from the recording. Tests grammar and vocabulary.
6. Short Answer Questions
Answer questions with a short response. Pay attention to word limits.
Note-Taking Strategies
Effective note-taking is crucial for IELTS Listening success:
Use Abbreviations
Develop your own shorthand system:
- → for "leads to" or "results in"
- ≠ for "different from"
- ≈ for "approximately"
- w/ for "with", w/o for "without"
Focus on Keywords
Note important information:
- Names, dates, numbers, locations
- Opinions and attitudes
- Pros and cons
- Cause and effect relationships
Organize Your Notes
Use structure to organize information:
- Use headings and subheadings
- Number or bullet point main ideas
- Use arrows to show relationships
- Leave space for additional notes
Band Descriptors
IELTS Listening is scored on a band scale from 0-9:
Full command with complete understanding (39-40 correct answers)
Fully operational with occasional inaccuracies (37-38 correct answers)
Operational command with occasional inaccuracies (34-36 correct answers)
Generally effective despite some inaccuracies (30-33 correct answers)
Common Mistakes
Avoid these common pitfalls:
Not Reading Questions Before Listening
Always preview questions to know what information to listen for.
Getting Stuck on Missed Answers
Move on quickly. Don't let one missed answer affect the rest.
Poor Time Management
Use the 10-minute transfer time wisely. Check answers and spelling.
Ignoring Word Limits
Pay attention to instructions like "NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS".
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