Dictation: Frequently Asked Questions

Question 1.
Can I use contractions in my writing?
Question 2.
Should I always spell out the numbers?
Question 3.
Do I need to use punctuation like full stops and
commas?
Question 4.
What subscore does the dictation question type
contribute towards?
20 TESTS
TEST 1
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There are thousands of robots

doing a wide variety of tasks in
hospitals.
TEST 2
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Educational methods include

teaching, storytelling, discussions,
and research.
TEST 3
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Many large university institutions

are now starting to offer free
online courses
TEST 4
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Cultural globalization refers to the

transmission of ideas, meanings,
and values around the world.
TEST 5
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Developments in technology and

transportation infrastructure have
made tourism more affordable.
TEST 6
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The internet has been instrumental

in connecting people across
geographical borders.
TEST 7
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One reason you might consider

studying abroad is for the chance
to experience different styles of
education.
TEST 8
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I would have bought you a present

if I had known it was your birthday.
TEST 9
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Many people believe that schools

should concentrate more on the
child and less on the exam.
TEST 10
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The mobile phone has made an

enormous difference to the way we
communicate.
TEST 11
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Had I realised the severity of the

situation, I would have informed
the police.
TEST 12
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The primary energy source of

tropical storms is warm ocean
waters.
TEST 13
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Once they had checked all my bags,

I was allowed on the plane.
TEST 14
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She became very sick because she

had not been sleeping enough.
TEST 15
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Scientific research on human

emotions has increased
significantly over the past two
decades.
TEST 16
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After the evaluation, the

government announced a radical
review of its procedures.
TEST 17
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The company has decided to

integrate the sales and marketing
departments.
TEST 18
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The public sector is the part of the

economy that provides basic
government services.
TEST 19
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Obesity is connected to many

different fatal diseases.
TEST 20
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I do not think it is worth spending

all that money on exploring the
universe.