CPE Listening Comprehension

Question 1

How many parts are in the CPE Listening paper?

Accepted Answer

4

Answer

The CPE Listening paper has 4 parts, each with a different task type and audio format testing a range of listening skills.

Question 2

What task type is used in CPE Listening Part 1?

Accepted Answer

Multiple choice with three short extracts

Answer

CPE Listening Part 1 features three short unrelated extracts, each followed by two multiple-choice questions with three options.

Question 3

In CPE Listening Part 2, what task do candidates complete?

Accepted Answer

Complete gaps in sentences using information from a monologue

Answer

CPE Listening Part 2 is a sentence completion task based on a long monologue, requiring candidates to write specific words heard in the recording.

Question 4

What does CPE Listening Part 4 (multiple matching) require candidates to do?

Accepted Answer

Match five speakers to two different sets of options

Answer

CPE Listening Part 4 features five short monologues and requires matching each speaker to two sets of options (task one and task two).

Question 5

Which of the following listening skills is particularly tested in CPE Listening Part 3?

Accepted Answer

Understanding a long interview or discussion in detail

Answer

CPE Part 3 is a long interview or conversation with multiple-choice questions testing detailed understanding and the ability to follow complex interactions.

CPE - Certificate of Proficiency in English Practice Test

CPE - Certificate of Proficiency in English Practice Test

CPE Listening Comprehension