IELTS Listening format

IELTS Listening Test Format:

Format :
The listening module takes about 30 minutes to complete.
At the end test takers are allowed 10 minutes to transfer their answers t an answer sheet.
The listening module is the same for both the Academic and General training versions of the test.
There are 4 sections, each with 10 questions.
Each section has one or more of the various task types.
The test gets progressively more difficult.
Marking:
1 mark is given for each correct answer
Spelling is important. A spelling mistake counts as a wrong answer.
Both American and British English spellings are accepted but be consistent.
A hyphenated word counts as one word
Grammar is important; e.g. if you write a singular noun instead of a plural noun, it counts as a wrong answer.
Write answers clearly. Illegible handwriting will result in a wrong answer.