Active listening takes practice. IELTS listening will take even more practice. Listening is the most challenging part of the IELTS exam. The variations of accents used make it easy to get confused. Practice listening using our exemplary tips. With each tip, there are mini IELTS audio practice questions with answers and examples at your service. Take advantage of the free practice. What is the worst that could happen? You get a nine on the listening section of the IELTS exam. Go ahead. Try it.