Task overview:

In this particular task, you’ll

• Choose ONE correct answer from THREE given options, or
• Select TWO right answers from FIVE or more choices

Common positioning:

This specific task generally appears in Section 2, 3 or 4 (comes more frequent in later sections where topics become more complex)

Skills needed in this task:

• Listening for specific information
• Recognizing Paraphrasing
• Terminating distractions

Example:

Recording:

“The seminar will be held on the 3^rd floor, not in the usual meeting room on the 5^th floor.”

Question: Where will the seminar take place?

1. Ground floor
2. 3^rd floor
3. 5^th floor

Answer: B. 3^rd floor

Strategy:

• Underline keywords: Identify vital information lying in the question and anticipate paraphrased forms in the audio.
• Be Cautious of Distractions: Pay attention on any changes or corrections made in the audio