INTRODUCTION
Test Format and Scoring Pattern
Question Types
Common Myths
Difference Between Paper-Based and Computer-Based Test
TIPS AND STRATEGIES
Ways To Improve Listening Skills
Do's and Don'ts
Role of Keywords
Question Type Specific
Common Mistakes
Time Management
MOCK TEST
Mock Test
ROLE OF KEYWORDS
Marking keywords:
Marking the keywords during the 30-seconds time is extremely important because this helps the candidate focus on the right part of the audio without being distracted.
Here is a list of probably form of keywords :
- Nouns and Verbs
- Names (places, scientists, people and more included in the passage)
- Locations (towns, cities, states, countries)
- Dates and Years
- Numbers or Figures
- Capitalized or Italicized words/phrases
In the audio, the speaker(s) would use the synonyms or other words around the keywords. Therefore, it is essential to mark the right keyword(s) as this would help the candidate point the audio towards the respective question.
An example of synonyms could be as below:
| Keyword | Probable word in the audio |
|---|---|
| Child | Little one, boy, girl, infant, toddler |
| Speak | Talk, tell, articulate, utter, state |
| House | Residence, home, dwelling, abode |
