📋 Paper 3 at a Glance
Paper 3 tests your listening comprehension skills. Although it's worth only 10% (30 marks), it's one of the easiest papers to score full marks on with the right preparation.
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Paper 3 Mark Distribution
Part 1: Short
10 marks
Part 2: Long
10 marks
Part 3: Note
5 marks
Part 4: Form
5 marks
Total: 30 marks
| Part | Marks | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Part 1: MCQ on Short Texts/Conversations | 10 | Multiple-choice questions based on short spoken texts, announcements, conversations, or monologues. Tests literal and inferential comprehension of brief audio clips. |
| Part 2: MCQ on Longer Texts | 10 | Multiple-choice questions based on longer spoken texts such as interviews, talks, discussions, or news reports. Requires sustained listening and inference skills. |
| Part 3: Note-Taking / Gap-Filling | 8 | Candidates complete notes, forms, tables, or fill in gaps based on spoken texts. Answers must be factually accurate and concise. Spelling must be correct for content words. |
| Part 4: Extended Listening | 2 | Questions based on an extended spoken text, often requiring candidates to identify speakers' attitudes, opinions, or the overall purpose of the text. |
Audio Played Twice
You'll hear each recording twice. Use the first listening for general understanding, the second for checking answers.
~45 Minutes
Total exam duration including reading time before each section. Pace is controlled by the audio.
Easiest Paper to Score Full Marks!
I'm not joking -- Listening is the lowest-effort, highest-reward paper. It's only 10% of your grade, but with the right techniques, you can score 28-30/30. The audio is played twice, so you get two chances. Let's make every second count!