FCE LISTENING TIPS & PRACTICE

TIPS:

Part 1
* Underline key words and try to predict what you may hear
* If you can't think of the right answer, move on to the next one
* If possible, choose all your answers on the first listening, and check them on the second

Part 2
* Try to predict the type of missing information (Is it a number, name, place, etc?)
* Use no more than 3 words to fill in the gap
* Listen a second time and check your answers
* Check for spelling mistakes

Part 3
* Read the instructions to find out what topic the speakers will be talking about
* Try to predict ideas or words you expect to hear
* Decide on your answers during the first listen, check them during the second listening

Part 4
* Again, try to predict ideas or words you expect to hear
* Think of synonyms that will go with the words in the questions

Below is a link to a site where you can practice the listening part of the exam - complete with transcript and answers! :)

And remember, although doing some study this weekend is important to improving your English skills, make sure you also find some time to relax and soak up the sun :)

Listening Exam Practice - Parts 1 to 4