IELTS Energy 1451: Burning Listening Answers from Bend, Oregon
IELTS Energy English 7+
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What strategies should candidates use before starting the IELTS listening test?
Candidates should read the questions and predict the type of word or word form needed. They should also look for keywords, think about synonyms or paraphrases, and prepare to listen actively. Understanding 'parallel expressions' is crucial, as exact keywords are often replaced with paraphrased versions in the audio.
Why is it important to pay attention to punctuation and capitalization in IELTS listening answers?
Punctuation and capitalization are part of grammar, which must be correct in sentence and summary completion tasks. Incorrect punctuation or capitalization, such as missing a comma between a city and state or failing to capitalize proper nouns, will result in a wrong answer.
What is the significance of 'parallel expressions' in the IELTS listening test?
Parallel expressions are paraphrased versions of keywords found in the questions. They are crucial because the exact keywords are rarely used in the audio. Recognizing these expressions helps candidates identify the correct answers and avoid distractors.
How should candidates handle numbers and currency symbols in IELTS listening answers?
Candidates must write numbers and currency symbols correctly according to English conventions. For example, a comma is used in numbers (e.g., 1,500), and a dollar sign ($) is required to indicate currency. Writing numbers with a decimal point (e.g., 1.500) or omitting the currency symbol will be marked incorrect.
What was the cost to the city of Bend, Oregon, to repair the damage caused by the googly eyes?
The city of Bend, Oregon, spent $1,500 to remove the googly eyes and repair the damage to the sculptures.
- Read questions and predict answer types (word form, synonyms)
- Identify keywords and anticipate paraphrases (parallel expressions)
- Be aware that identical words in questions and audio can be distractors
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