Chapter 3 of 8
📖 Pre-Listening Strategies
3 min+10 XP
What you do before the audio plays is crucial. Use the reading time wisely to prepare yourself for what you'll hear.
1
Read All Questions First
Use the time given before each section to read through all questions and answer options carefully.
2
Predict Content from Context
Use headings, titles, form layouts, and question phrasing to anticipate what the audio will cover.
3
Prepare Your Answer Sheet
Organise your answer sheet and writing materials before the audio begins.
Strategy: Before each section plays, quickly scan the questions to identify what type of information you need (names, numbers, reasons, opinions). This primes your brain to catch the right details.
📝Key Takeaway
Use reading time to PREDICT. Read questions, underline key words, and guess what kind of answer is needed (number? name? reason?). This primes your brain.