8 ways to improve your IELTS listening score

1. Active listening: Engage fully with audio, note key points.

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2. Predict answers: Anticipate what's next, follow the context.

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3. Focus on keywords: Grasp essential terms for answers.

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4. Practice with variety: Diverse audio sources enhance skills.

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5. Time management: Allocate wisely during exam sections.

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6. Understand accents: Familiarize with diverse English accents.

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7. Review mistakes: Analyze errors for continuous improvement.

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8. Enhance vocabulary: Expand word bank for better comprehension.

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