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Introduction to ‘No More Than … Words and/or a Number’ Questions
Understanding ‘No More Than … Words and/or a Number’ Questions
A Guide to Effective Listening Strategies
These question types require careful listening to extract specific words or numbers while ensuring word limits are met.
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What Are ‘No More Than … Words’ Questions?
Definition
These questions require you to listen and write answers using a limited number of words, often including numbers.
Example Instruction: Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER.
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Common Instructions
Understanding the Instructions
Instructions specify word limits:
- NO MORE THAN ONE WORD – Answer must be a single word.
- NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS – Answer must be one or two words.
- NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER – Answer must be within the limit, including numbers.
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Common Challenges
Why These Questions Are Tricky
- Words may be paraphrased in the recording.
- Distractors may be used to mislead listeners.
- Answers must fit within the given word limit exactly.
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Strategies for Effective Listening
Listening Techniques
- Identify keywords in the question.
- Predict possible answers.
- Listen for synonyms and paraphrasing.
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Common Answer Types
Expected Answer Formats
- Names (e.g., John Smith)
- Places (e.g., New York)
- Numbers (e.g., 200)
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Practice Exercise
Try These Questions
- Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS: The lecture was given by ________.
- Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER: The event takes place in ________.
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Common Mistakes
Avoid These Errors
- Writing more words than allowed.
- Ignoring paraphrased information.
- Mishearing numbers.
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Mini Quiz
Quick Quiz
Identify correct answers:
- The total cost is ________.
- The project starts in ________.
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Summary
Key Takeaways
- Follow the exact word limit.
- Predict possible answers before listening.
- Listen carefully for paraphrased information.