Don’t Make Grammar Mistakes on Listening - IELTS Energy Podcast 1194

The video tutorial focuses on the importance of grammar in IELTS listening tests, emphasizing that incorrect grammar can lead to wrong answers. It provides three key rules for success: copying exactly what is heard, checking grammar in complete sentences, and using parallel grammar in tables and lists. A student success story is shared to motivate learners, and a subscriber's question about articles in listening tests is addressed.

Why is grammar considered crucial in the IELTS listening test?

• Grammar is not tested in IELTS listening.

• It is more important than spelling.

• Incorrect grammar can lead to wrong answers.

• Because it is only a listening test.

What was the student's reaction after improving their IELTS scores?

• They were indifferent.

• They were thrilled and blissfully happy.

• They were disappointed.

• They decided to retake the test.

What is the first rule regarding grammar in IELTS listening?

• Add articles even if not heard.

• Write exactly what you hear.

• Guess the grammar if unsure.

• Ignore grammar completely.

When checking your answers, what should you ensure if it's a complete sentence?

• Add extra words for clarity.

• Grammar must be correct.

• Focus only on spelling.

• Ignore articles.

In which type of questions are articles not necessary?

• Speaking tasks.

• Complete sentences.

• Note completion and table completion.

• Essay writing.

What should you do if you are completing a table in the listening test?

• Add random words to fill the space.

• Use parallel grammar matching the column or row.

• Ignore the surrounding words.

• Focus only on the audio.

What is a common mistake students make when predicting answers?

• They listen to the wrong section.

• They predict too accurately.

• They skip the prediction step.

• They focus too much on grammar.