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Frequently Asked Questions

• What is listening comprehension?

  Listening comprehension is the precursor to reading comprehension, so it’s an important skill to develop. Listening comprehension isn’t just hearing what is said—it is the ability to understand the words and relate to them in some way.

• How does the listening test work in Part 3?

  In part 3 of the listening test you hear 5 short clips, each from a different speaker, on the same topic. There are 8 options and you have to match the options to the speakers. Obviously that leaves 3 options that don't match any of the speakers.

• What is the best way to improve reading and listening comprehension?

  In grade school, reading comprehension generally lags behind listening comprehension, so the best way for a child to develop higher levels of comprehension is through non-print sources (read-alouds, discussions, movies, and so on). Even after a child learns to read, listening comprehension continues to be important.

• What is a listener?

  As a listener, you choose what you want to hear and understand the information with both your mind and body. For listening to occur necessitates the listener’s interest, involvement, the use of conscious effort, and is a skill that must be learned and practiced. Here is another way to look at it: