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IELTS Listening practice test
Practise IELTS Listening with private reviewed audio, autosaved answers, strict word-limit checking and immediate answer review.
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What this paper looks like
IELTS Listening is shared by Academic and General Training candidates. PrepSim preserves the exact recording set assigned to an attempt, serves audio privately to the signed-in candidate and checks declared answer variants deterministically.
| Full paper | 4 parts |
|---|---|
| Questions | 40 in a complete paper |
| Scoring | 1 mark per correct answer |
| Practice sets | Approved Part 1 sets may also be offered |
| Audio | Headphones recommended |
Part 1 practice sets return a raw score only. A complete 40-question paper returns a clearly labelled unofficial practice band estimate. Official conversion boundaries can vary slightly by test version. PrepSim is independent and unaffiliated with IELTS.
Topics covered
- Everyday conversations
- Monologues and social contexts
- Educational discussions
- Academic lectures
Official source and review
Pattern information was reviewed against the official IELTS Listening format on . Exam rules can change, so check the latest official information before booking or sitting an exam.
Questions candidates ask
Is Listening different for Academic and General Training?
No. The IELTS Listening test is shared by both modules.
Can I resume an attempt?
Yes. The assigned recording and saved answers remain attached to the active attempt.
Is the audio public?
No. Audio is served from private storage after candidate authentication.