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170 STRATEGIES Reading – Multiple matching (sentence parts or paragraphs) (MM) Cross out options you’ve used. The task gets easier the more parts you’ve matched correctly. Only fill in answers you’re sure of. Picking a wrong option could lead to another mistake elsewhere. If you’re unsure, write down all possible options and decide at the end. Reading – True/False/Justification (TFJ) The text will always give you information on each statement. A statement is considered ‘false’ if the text gives you different information on it. You must use the first four words of the sentence that gives you the information. A new sentence starts after a full stop. A word is everything between two spaces. Justify your answer for both true and false statements. Reading – Four-word sentence completion/Four-word answers (4W) If the text gives you more than one possible answer, write in only one of them. Never write more than four words. No matter how good your answer is, it’d still be wrong. Don’t worry too much about spelling or grammar, your answer only has to be clear. Listening – Multiple matching (sentence parts or speakers) (MM) In tasks requiring you to match sentence parts, not all combinations make sense. You could try writing the letters of possible matches next to the first halves of the sentences before you listen. Reading – Multiple choice (MC) If you aren’t sure about the answer to a question, eliminate the options you know are wrong and then take a guess. Always answer every question! These strategies can help you to make the most of what you know in exams. Strategies for exam tasks Always highlight the sentences in the text where you’ve found information on a question so you can check your answers quickly when you’re done! Reading Before listening, read the task carefully and start thinking about what the recording will deal with. If you know what to expect, it will be much easier for you to understand the content. Read the items (options, questions, sentence parts, etc.) carefully. Brainstorm different ways of expressing the same ideas – the language used in the recording will be different from the language in the items. Highlight relevant keywords and phrases in the questions or options. This might help you. Listening Nur zu Prüfzwecken – Eigentum des Verlags öbv