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Many English proficiency exams include a listening comprehension section because listening is a core skill for language proficiency. Here is a description of two of these:

TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
• Listening Section: Yes
• Details: Measures ability to understand lectures, conversations, and classroom discussions in English. Includes multiple-choice and sometimes integrated tasks with notes.

IELTS (International English Language Testing System)
• Listening Section: Yes
• Details: 30-minute section with 4 recordings (conversations, monologues, and interviews). Tests understanding of main ideas, specific information, opinions, and attitudes.