7 Deadly Mistakes in Your IELTS Listening Exam

Mistake #1

Complete the sentences below.

Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

Study trips have been a traditional part of the ______________ for many years.

Student’s Answer: national education system

Correct Answer: education system

Mistake #2

Trips to ______________ of culture are particularly valuable.

Student’s Answer: cultural institutions

Correct Answer: institutions

Mistake #3

 The students are offered free _____________.

Student’s Answer: accomodation

Correct Answer: accommodation

Mistake #4

Now these trips are ______________.

Student’s Answer: died out

Correct Answer: dying out

Mistake #5

Many schools try to reward students for good _________.

Student’s Answer: result

Correct Answer: results

Mistake #6

The island is the natural habitat of sea ________.

Student’s Answer: tables

Correct Answer: turtles

Mistake #7

Students must pay for the trips in _________.

Student’s Answer: _ _ _ _ _ _ 

Correct Answer: advance / cash

Let’s review the 7 deadly IELTS listening mistakes: 

1. 1. Extra words
   2. Repeated information
   3. Spelling mistakes
   4. Incorrect forms
   5. Plural or singular
   6. Illogical answers 
   7. Unanswered questions