CAE CAE Listening 2

Question 1

In CAE Listening sentence completion, what should candidates do if they are unsure of a word's spelling?

Accepted Answer

Write their best phonetic approximation

Answer

Candidates should attempt a phonetic spelling of what they hear, as examiners allow reasonable spelling variations as long as the word is recognisable.

Question 2

What is a common distractor technique used in CAE Listening multiple-choice questions?

Accepted Answer

Including words from wrong options in the audio to mislead listeners

Answer

Cambridge frequently mentions words from incorrect answer choices in the recording to distract candidates, so listeners must identify meaning rather than key words.

Question 3

What is the best strategy for CAE Listening Part 3 (multiple matching)?

Accepted Answer

Note key points for each speaker and match during the second listening

Answer

Reading options in advance, noting key information during the first listening, and confirming matches during the second listening is the most effective strategy.

Question 4

Why is it important to read questions carefully BEFORE listening in the CAE Listening exam?

Accepted Answer

Pre-reading activates relevant vocabulary and signals what to listen for

Answer

Pre-reading activates topic knowledge and primes the candidate to identify relevant information and key concepts in the recording.

Question 5

In CAE Listening, what does 'inferring meaning' require the candidate to do?

Accepted Answer

Understand what is implied but not directly stated

Answer

Inferring meaning means drawing conclusions about what a speaker implies through tone, context, or indirect language rather than explicit statements.

CAE - Cambridge English Advanced Practice Test

CAE - Cambridge English Advanced Practice Test

CAE CAE Listening 2