Listening Section

Highlight Correct Summary

Listen to a recording and select the paragraph that best summarises it.

Official Task Instruction

“You will hear a recording. Click on the paragraph that best relates to the recording.”

Tasks in Exam

2–3

Skills

Listening & Reading

Marking

No Negative

Key Strategies

  • ➤Read all options before the audio starts — you have a short window. Know what each paragraph claims.
  • ➤While listening, eliminate options that contain factual errors or contradict the recording.
  • ➤The correct summary captures the main idea and overall tone — not just a detail mentioned briefly.
  • ➤Be cautious of options that use words from the audio but misrepresent the speaker’s meaning.
  • ➤No negative marking — always select your best option even if uncertain.

Scoring: 1 point for correct selection, no deduction for wrong answers. Always make a selection.