O-Level English · Paper 3
O-Level English Paper 3: Listening Comprehension
- Time
- About 45 min
- Marks
- 30
- Weighting
- 10%
Paper 3 has two sections. The Section A recordings are played twice. The Section B recording is played only once.
What the examiners mark
- You catch the main ideas and the details in what you hear.
- You work out what a speaker means but does not say.
- You write down key points quickly and accurately.
The sections
| Section | How you answer | Marks | What it tests of your writing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listening22 questions | Multiple choice | 22 | Listen to recordings and complete the tasks, which may include multiple choice, matching and a graphic organiser. |
| Note-taking8 questions | Write notes | 8 | Complete a set of notes while a recording plays once. |
Format, marks and weighting from the SEAB syllabus.