IELTS score between 1 and 9 for each part of the test – Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking. You can score whole (e.g., 5.0, 6.0, 7.0) or half (e.g., 5.5, 6.5, 7.5) bands in each part. Universities often demand an IELTS score of 6 or 7. They may also demand a minimum IELTS score in each of the 4 sections.
IELTS scoring system and band scale
The IELTS scoring system is very unique composed of 9 bands, measured in consistent manner and is internationally acclaimed and understood. The IELTS score ranges from 1 to 9 for each part of the test. The individual result from these four parts will produce an overall band score ... more →
How long does it take to do the IELTS test?
IELTS has four parts – Listening (30 minutes), Reading (60 minutes), Writing (60 minutes) and Speaking (11–14 minutes). The total test time is 2 hours and 45 minutes. The Listening, Reading and Writing tests are done in one sitting.
Is IELTS valid for 3 years now?
The IELTS Test Report Form (TRF) is valid for two years. At present, IELTS score is valid for a three year period for Australian General Skilled Migration (GSM) applications.
Is there any pass or fail in the IELTS exam?
There is no pass or no fail in the IELTS exam. Generally, when you take any test or exam then there can be the possibility of getting passed or failed. But here in this case, you will not get failed but you may be disqualified to continue your higher education in choice of college or university.
1. How does the first speaker describe multitasking? Choose ONE answer.
A) it is a myth
B) it is efficient but distracting
C) it reduces the time that tasks take
2. Which TWO statements are true according to the second speaker?
A) people who can multitask are more effective
B) people should always focus on one thing only
C) we need permission to get things done
D) the brain is less productive when we are distracted
E) organizations are unproductive if they are constantly on-line
Answers – Listening Exercises
A
D, E
In question 2, why are the other answers wrong? I’ll try to explain:
A – He describes this as a “fallacy” – a mistaken belief. B – He says there are TIMES when it’s important to focus on one thing (not ALWAYS). C – He says that people need permission to “check out of the communications network” – in other words, people need to be allowed to escape from communications while they do their work. The permission is to “check out”, not to get things done.
Listen to D and E, and try to understand why they are the correct answers.
Audio Transcript
The fact is, multitasking is a myth. Our brains can’t do it. You simply become less efficient and more distracted, your error rate goes up 50 per cent, and it takes you twice as long to do the same task. Listen what Tim Jenkins has to say. He’s the co-founder of Point B, a leading business consulting firm.
Well I think there’s a fallacy out there, that folks that can multitask are more effective. There are times when it’s just important to focus on one thing. I think we also need to give people permission to check out, to check out of the communications network temporarily to get things done; because when you’re always on, when you’re always online, you’re always distracted, right, and the brain really is telling us that that is a very unproductive mode to be in. So the always online organisation is actually the always unproductive organisation.
Practice IELTS listening exercises more and more to improve your listening skills. On the real test, you will hear the recording only once and listening questions get increasingly difficult.
Practising different types of listening questions separately will help you to develop yourself with specific techniques for that kind of questions in the IELTS listening test.
Related IELTS Resources
Take a practice test to find out what is your current weakness in terms of IELTS scale and allow more time to improve your weak spots. The following IELTS resources will help you to develop your skills faster:
