Pass 1
Blind listen
Listen without subtitles and only catch the big idea, topic, and main information.
🎧 IELTS Listening & Speaking Practice
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Five-Pass Listening Method
Turn one listening piece into reusable English input
Do not stop at one play. Split the same episode into five passes: gist first, then language support, shadowing, dictation, and a final replay without subtitles.
Pass 2
English subtitles
Clear up unknown words and hard sentences. Use a dictionary and short notes if needed.
Pass 3
Shadowing
Repeat line by line and imitate pronunciation, rhythm, stress, and intonation.
Pass 4
Dictation
Pick a few key sentences and write what you hear to train form and structure.
Pass 5
Replay without subtitles
Listen again with no text support and notice what is now easier and clearer.
After Training
Share and retell
Share notes, new words, or one useful concept, then retell the episode in your own words.
Next Step
From intensive to extensive
Recycle intensively studied episodes as background listening and scale volume with familiar material.
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📝 IELTS Speaking Dialogue Transcript
Receptionist: Good afternoon. Welcome to the Grand Plaza Hotel. How can I help you today?
Guest: Hi, I have a reservation under Bennett for two nights.
Receptionist: Yes, Mr Bennett. Could I see ID and the card, please? We place a $50 deposit hold on the card for incidentals.
Guest: Of course. The lobby looks great. I like the marble floor and the little marble sculpture near the desk.
Receptionist: Thank you. Your room is on the third floor. The elevator area can be a bit busy and you might hear a roar from the street at times.
Guest: That's fine. My son has a video game on his tablet. Is there Wi-Fi and a place for him to play?
Receptionist: Yes, we have free Wi-Fi and a small children's corner with consoles. The video game room closes at nine, and breakfast is served from seven to ten.
Guest: I read online that the deposit could be $100. Will that apply to our booking?
Receptionist: For suites the hold is $100, but for your standard booking it's $50. The Wi-Fi password is printed at the desk. Also, on weekends breakfast starts at 6:30.
Guest: I see. I can already hear the distant roar of the fountain. We'll be OK. We'll grab the keys after you check our ID?
Receptionist: Yes. We'll give you the keys now once we finish ID and card checks. Enjoy the marble lobby and the game area.
📝 📚 IELTS Practice Questions
1
Under which name is the reservation?
Wrong Answer
Correct Answer:
A
Explanation:
The guest says the reservation is under 'Bennett'. The other names are not mentioned in the conversation.
2
How much is the deposit hold for this guest's booking?
Wrong Answer
Correct Answer:
A
Explanation:
The receptionist clarifies that for this standard booking the hold is $50. Option B is mentioned as the hold for suites, so it's misleading but incorrect. Options C and D are not stated and therefore incorrect.
3
On which floor is the guest's room located?
Wrong Answer
Correct Answer:
B
Explanation:
The receptionist says the room is on the third floor. The other floors are not given as the guest's room location.
4
What time does the video game room close?
Wrong Answer
Correct Answer:
B
Explanation:
The receptionist states that the video game room closes at nine. The other times are not mentioned and are therefore incorrect.
5
Why does the receptionist mention a 'roar' from the street?
Wrong Answer
Correct Answer:
A
Explanation:
The receptionist mentions that the elevator area can be busy and the guest might hear a roar from the street, which functions as a warning about noise. There is no mention of an amusement park, elevator speed being explained by the roar, or any connection to breakfast.
6
What can be inferred about the guest's son?
Wrong Answer
Correct Answer:
A
Explanation:
The guest says his son has a video game on his tablet and asks about a place for him to play, implying the son will use the hotel's game area. There's no suggestion the son prefers marble sculptures, made the reservation, or works at the hotel.
7
In this context, what does the word 'hold' most likely mean?
Wrong Answer
Correct Answer:
A
Explanation:
A 'deposit hold' refers to a temporary authorization on the card to cover incidentals. It is not a permanent fee, a complimentary service, or a tip, so options B, C, and D are incorrect.
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