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ListeningYLE Flyers Exam Guide
25
minutes
25
questions
3
task type
There is no pass or fail. Children earn 1 to 5 shields for Listening, up to 5 shields, at the highest Young Learners level.
Tested Skills
Basic listeningDetail catchingNumber and date recognitionSpecific informationEveryday vocabulary
Question Types
1Listen and Match Names
2Listen and Write Information
3Listen and Match Objects
Task Types
YLE Flyers Listening
1
Listen and Match Names
8 questionsChildren hear longer conversations and match names to the correct people.
Strategies:
- •Follow the speakers and link each name to a clue.
- •Use a light pencil mark, then confirm on the second listen.
2
Listen and Write Information
8 questionsChildren complete a set of notes by writing words, names, and numbers they hear.
Strategies:
- •Spelled-out names must be copied letter by letter.
- •Watch for capital letters in names and places.
3
Listen and Match Objects
8 questionsChildren match people or days to objects or activities in a picture.
Strategies:
- •Read all the options before the audio begins.
- •Eliminate choices that you have already matched.
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Golden Tips
- ✓Listen to longer English stories and dialogues regularly.
- ✓Practise note-taking from spelled-out names and numbers.
- ✓Use both listens — confirm answers on the repeat.
- ✓Keep your eyes on the question while you listen.
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Common Mistakes
- ✗Missing capital letters when writing names and places.
- ✗Mishearing similar numbers like thirteen and thirty.
- ✗Matching too quickly without checking all options.
- ✗Leaving answers blank instead of using the second listen.
Preparation Resources
Recommended resources for Listening section
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Practice
Cambridge Flyers Sample Papers
Official Flyers listening practice with audio from Cambridge.
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Guide
Flyers Vocabulary Builder
Activities covering the full Flyers wordlist with audio.
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Video
Children's Podcasts in English
Short engaging episodes to build advanced listening skills.
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