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PTE, which stands for Pearson Test of English, is a comprehensive assessment tool to assess the English language usage of non-native English speakers. Moreover, PTE has two test types, namely, PTE Academic and PTE General. Additionally, they have different modes of exams.
- PTE Academic Test
- The PTE Academic Test serves as proof of English proficiency for educational purposes.
- Notably, countries like Australia and New Zealand refer to this test for the admission process.
- Moreover, there is only one level in the test.
- Additionally,the score validity is two years.
- Furthermore, test dates are available at all times during the year.
- Moreover, it is a computer-based test.
- Furthermore, the test duration is two hours.
- Lastly, the score is in the range of 10-90.
- PTE General Test
- The PTE General Test is proof of English proficiency for educational and work purposes.
- Additionally, mainly non-English-speaking European countries accept this test
- International Certificate is another name for it.
- Unlike the PTE Academic Test, the score is valid for a lifetime.
- However, test dates are fewer compared to the PTE Academic Test.
- Moreover, the written score is out of a maximum of 75. The verbal section carries a weight of 25.
- PTE Academic Online Test
- The PTE Academic Online Test has the same content, scoring, and format as the PTE Academic Test.
- Instead of taking it at a test center, one takes it on a computer at home or in a suitable environment.
- However, this test is not suitable for visa applications.
- Additionally, it is available only in selected locations.
- This test is an alternative to the PTE Academic Test. However, it is preferred less.
PTE Academic Test and PTE Academic Online Test
Both tests follow the same format of questions. There are three sections:
- Speaking and Writing (54-67 minutes):
- In this section, you, as the test taker, will demonstrate your speaking and writing abilities.
- Moreover, it comprises eight different tasks:
- Personal Introduction: You have to introduce yourself briefly. Additionally prepare the response in 25 seconds, and use up to 30 seconds for recording it.However, this question does not count towards the score.
- Read Aloud: Similarly, in the Read Aloud task, read a given text aloud. The text is up to 60 words.
- Repeat Sentence: Listen to a sentence of 3-9 seconds.Subsequently, repeat it in 15 seconds.
- Describe Image: You look at the given image. Then, describe it in detail in 40 seconds.
- Re-tell Lecture: Listen to a short lecture of up to 90 seconds. Then, summarize it in your own words.Moreover, you get ten seconds for preparation. Additionally, the time limit for the response is 40 seconds.
- Answer Short Question: Listen to an audio question of 3-9 seconds.Subsequently, answer it in 10 seconds.
- Summarize Written Text: Furthermore, there will be a text of up to 300 words. Write a summary of the passage in one sentence. In addition, it should have at most 75 words. Moreover, the time limit is 10 minutes.
- Essay: Given a specific topic, write an article on the given topic. Moreover, the word length is 200-300. You will have 20 minutes to answer
- Reading (29-30 minutes):
- In the reading section, you demonstrate your reading comprehension skills.
- Tasks include:
- Fill in the Blanks: Within a text of up to 300 words, certain words are missing. Moreover, a drop-down list of options is provided for each blank. Consequently, your task is to select the most appropriate word from the list to complete the passage coherently.
- Multiple-choice, Multiple Answer: After reading a passage of up to 300 words, you encounter a multiple-choice question. Here, you must select all the correct answers from the options provided. This task assesses your ability to discern nuanced details and main ideas from the text.
- Re-order Paragraphs: There are multiple text boxes in a random order. You will rearrange paragraphs to create a coherent text.
- Fill in the Blanks: There is a text of up to 80 words. It has missing words. Similarly, you'll need to select the most appropriate word from a drop-down list to complete the passage accurately.
- Multiple-Choice, Single Answer: Lastly, read a passage of up to 300 words. After reading a passage of up to 300 words, there is a multiple-choice question after that. Select the only correct answer.
- Listening (30-43 minutes):
- The listening section assesses your ability to understand spoken English in academic contexts.
- Tasks include:
- Summarize Spoken Text: There is an audio of 60-90 seconds. Listen to it and write a summary. The word limit is 50-70, capturing the main points effectively.
- Multiple-Choice, Multiple Answers: After listening to a recording lasting from 40 to 90 seconds, you encounter a multiple-choice question where you must select all the correct responses, demonstrating your ability to discern key information accurately.
- Fill in the Blanks: In a recording lasting from 30 to 60 seconds, you'll encounter a transcript with gaps. Your task is to fill in the missing words, ensuring comprehension and attention to detail.
- Highlight Correct Summary: Furthermore, there is a recording of 30-60 seconds. Listen to it and select the most appropriate summary, showcasing your ability to identify the main ideas accurately.
- Multiple-Choice, Single Answer: Moreover, listen to a recording of 30-90 seconds. There is a multiple-choice question after that. Select the correct response, demonstrating your ability to understand specific details.
- Select Missing Word: Select Missing Word tasks involve listening to audio ranging from 20 to 70 seconds and choosing the correct response from a list of options, with one option containing a missing word that needs to be added.
- Highlight Incorrect Words: Additionally, the transcript of a recording of 15-50 seconds appears on the screen. It has some erroneous words. You need to identify and select these.
- Write from Dictation: Lastly, there is a dictation of 3-5 seconds. Type the sentence you hear.
The PTE General Test has two sections:
- Verbal Section:
- The verbal section involves a spoken interview with examiners.
- It tests the speaking skills of the test taker.
- Furthermore, this section carries a weight of 25 marks.
- Moreover, the duration of the verbal section depends upon the test level, as follows:
- Written Section:
- The written section involves a written paper at a test center.
- This assesses writing, reading, and listening skills.
- Furthermore, this section carries a weight of 75 marks.
- Moreover, the duration of the written section depends upon the test level, as follows:
