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CAE Listening Flashcards

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  1. How many parts does the CAE Listening paper contain?

    Answer: Four

    The CAE Listening paper consists of four parts, each testing different listening skills with different task formats.

  2. In CAE Listening Part 1, what is the format of the questions?

    Answer: Multiple choice with three options (A, B, or C)

    Part 1 consists of three short extracts with two three-option multiple-choice questions each, testing understanding of gist, attitude, or detail.

  3. What skill is primarily tested in CAE Listening Part 2 (sentence completion)?

    Answer: Picking out specific information and spelling it correctly

    Part 2 requires candidates to complete sentences with exact words heard in the recording, testing accurate listening for specific details.

  4. In CAE Listening Part 3, how many speakers are typically heard?

    Answer: Five different speakers

    Part 3 features five short monologues by different speakers on a related theme, and candidates must match each speaker to one of eight options.

  5. CAE Listening Part 4 is typically a longer interview or discussion. What is one key skill tested?

    Answer: Understanding speakers' opinions, attitudes, and agreement/disagreement

    Part 4 tests the ability to understand attitudes, opinions, and the interplay between speakers in a longer, authentic-style conversation.

  6. How many times is each recording played in the CAE Listening exam?

    Answer: Twice

    All recordings in the CAE Listening paper are played twice, giving candidates two opportunities to check and complete their answers.

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