IELTS Listening Question Types
The IELTS Listening test includes a range of question types. You must listen carefully and follow instructions such as word limits and spelling rules.
- Multiple Choice
- Matching
- Plan / Map / Diagram Labeling
- Form Completion
- Note Completion
- Table Completion
- Flow Chart Completion
- Sentence Completion
- Short Answer Questions
Multiple Choice
Choose the correct answer from A, B or C. Listen for synonyms and paraphrasing.
Matching
Match information to a list of options. You may need to match speakers, places, or ideas.
Plan / Map / Diagram Labeling
Label a map or diagram using words from the listening recording. Listen for directions and location language.
Form Completion
Complete a form with names, numbers or details. Spelling is important.
Note Completion
Fill in missing words in notes. Follow word limits carefully.
Table Completion
Complete a table using information from the listening text.
Flow Chart Completion
Complete steps in a process using words from the recording.
Sentence Completion
Complete sentences with words you hear. Check grammar and spelling.
Short Answer Questions
Answer questions using words from the listening recording. Follow instructions such as "NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS".
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