An interactive model of listening comprehension

 The hearer process what we'll call “raw speech” and holds an “image” of it in
short term memory.
 The hearer assigns a literal meaning to the utterance . This process involves a
set of semantic interpretations of the surface strings meaning match.

1. What is interactive listening?

'Interactive listening' means attentive listening,where you listen well and
concentrate on what is being said without falling out of touch with the speaker
and being therefore able to respond efficiently.