Listening Comprehension Flashcards
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What does 'listening for the main idea' mean in a TOEFL-style test?
Answer: Determining the speaker's central point or purpose
Listening for the main idea requires identifying the central topic and primary point the speaker conveys.
What is 'inference' in listening comprehension?
Answer: Understanding meaning that is implied but not directly stated
In listening, inference means understanding what is implied or suggested beyond what is explicitly said.
When listening to academic lectures, which skill helps you anticipate what comes next?
Answer: Predictive listening using context clues
Predictive listening uses prior knowledge and context cues to anticipate the speaker's next point.
What does it mean to 'listen critically'?
Answer: Evaluating the reliability, logic, and evidence of what is being said
Critical listening involves evaluating the speaker's argument, evidence quality, and potential biases.
In a conversation, reflective listening involves:
Answer: Mirroring the speaker's feelings and content to show understanding
Reflective listening mirrors back the speaker's emotions and content to demonstrate empathy and comprehension.
Which of the following is a good strategy for listening in a noisy environment?
Answer: Focus on key words and ask the speaker to repeat if needed
Focusing on key words and requesting repetition when necessary are effective strategies for listening in distracting environments.