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
Agent: Good morning. Maple Lettings, this is Anna. How can I help you today?
Prospective Tenant: Hi Anna. I'm enquiring about the one-bedroom flat on Elm Street.
Agent: Yes, that is still available. It's a nice area. How long are you planning to stay?
Prospective Tenant: I'm looking for a long-term place. I'm moving after my divorce and need somewhere stable.
Agent: I'm sorry to hear that. Are you looking for anything specific?
Prospective Tenant: I need something smaller and affordable. My budget is 850 per month.
Agent: Okay. The flat is on the second floor and part-furnished. There is no lift.
Agent: Rent is 850 per month. The deposit is one month's rent, so 850.
Agent: We usually offer a 12-month lease. Utilities are not included in the rent.
Agent: Also, pets are not allowed and we ask for references and ID for the application.
Prospective Tenant: That sounds fine. I'm hoping to move in on the 1st of June if possible.
Agent: The flat is available from 1 June. We can arrange a viewing on Wednesday or Saturday.
Prospective Tenant: Wednesday would work best. Since my divorce I also prefer somewhere quiet near a park.
Agent: Great. I'll book the viewing and email you the application form. Please bring ID and two references.
📝 📚 IELTS Practice Questions
1
How much is the monthly rent for the flat?
Wrong Answer
Correct Answer:
B
Explanation:
Correct: The agent explicitly says the rent is 850 per month. Option A (750), C (950) and D (800) are incorrect because those figures were not stated in the conversation.
2
When is the flat available for move-in?
Wrong Answer
Correct Answer:
B
Explanation:
Correct: The agent states the flat is available from 1 June. 'Immediately', '1 July', and 'Two weeks from now' are incorrect because the agent gave a specific date of 1 June.
3
On which floor is the flat located?
Wrong Answer
Correct Answer:
C
Explanation:
Correct: The agent says the flat is on the second floor. The other floor options are wrong because they do not match the information given.
4
Why does the tenant want to move to a smaller place?
Wrong Answer
Correct Answer:
B
Explanation:
Correct: The tenant explicitly says he is moving after his divorce and needs somewhere smaller. Options A, C and D are incorrect because those reasons are not mentioned or implied in the conversation.
5
What can be inferred about the utilities for the flat?
Wrong Answer
Correct Answer:
C
Explanation:
Correct: The agent clearly states that utilities are not included. Option A contradicts the passage. Option B adds a partial inclusion that wasn't mentioned. Option D invents a benefit not offered in the dialogue.
6
In this conversation, what does the word 'references' most likely mean?
Wrong Answer
Correct Answer:
A
Explanation:
Correct: 'References' here refers to people (like previous landlords or employers) who can vouch for the tenant. Option B (bank statements) and D (utility bills) are types of documents but are not what 'references' typically means. Option C (keys) is unrelated.
7
How long is the lease the agent mentions?
Wrong Answer
Correct Answer:
B
Explanation:
Correct: The agent says they usually offer a 12-month lease. Options A, C and D are incorrect because different lease lengths were not offered in the conversation.
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