Identifying Specific Information, Ideas, or Opinions

Develop the ability to scan for specific information while listening. This involves quickly identifying and understanding the relevant pieces of data from the audio clip.
Names, dates, places, and numbers are usually critical information in any conversation. Pay extra attention whenever you hear these.
Some information may be implied rather than directly stated. Listen carefully to pick up on these nuances.
Familiarise yourself with different accents and dialects in Indonesian, as pronunciation variations can affect how specific information is conveyed.

Distinguish between central ideas and supporting details. The central idea is the main point or theme, while supporting details reinforce the central idea.
Recognise signposting language, words or phrases used to guide you through the topic, identify arguments, counter-arguments, examples and conclusions.
Train your ear to pick up on conjunctions and transitional phrases. These often introduce a new idea or connect related ideas.
Be aware that Indonesian speakers may use idiomatic expressions to express ideas. Understanding these can significantly enhance your comprehension.

To identify opinions, listen out for personal pronouns like ‘I’ or ‘we’, as well as modals which express degrees of certainty (‘might’, ‘could’, ‘should’, etc.).
Pay attention to words that reflect emotion or attitude in the speaker’s voice. This will help you identify whether they’re expressing an opinion.
Solving disagreements or debates in the audio material can offer valuable insight into the speakers’ opinions.
Understanding cultural references and nuances in the language can also help in judging the tone of the speaker and their opinion.