Reading & writing: Fill in the blanks

Reading & writing: Fill in the blanks

PTE
Introduction PTE Reading & writing: fill in the blanks is a task that tests your ability to read a given text, understand it and be able to fill in the blanks with the correct options. These tasks access both reading and writing skills. There are up to 6 blanks in every task and 5  answer choices to fill these blanks. There are a total of 5 to 6 such tasks in the exam. Please memorize the mind map given at the top, these activities need to be followed in the mentioned sequence. It is essential for success. Critical stuff Skim through the text and understand the meaning of the text. Do not spend too much time on one task as individual tasks are not timed you will end up with little or no time for…
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Write essay

Write essay

PTE
Write essay mind map Introduction The Write Essay task tests your ability to write an essay about a given topic in 200 to 300 words. In this task, you will have to write a persuasive or argumentative essay. We have also shared and explained the PTE essay template in detail below. There are 1 or 2 write essay tasks in the PTE exam. Please memorize the mind map given at the top. Follow the activities in the mentioned sequence. It is essential for success. Critical stuff Ensure that your essay focuses on the topic given in the task. The essay needs to have a proper structure (shared below) Ensure to write correct spellings. The paragraphs should be well-connected and should relate to the topic. Give examples to support your points.…
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Summarize written text

Summarize written text

PTE
Introduction Summarize written text (PTE) tests your ability to read and understand a given passage and summarize the key points and supporting points in a sentence using your own words. There are 2 to 3 Summarize written text tasks in the PTE exam. Please memorize the mind map given at the top, these activities need to be followed in the mentioned sequence. It is essential for success. Critical stuff The first word of the sentence should be a capital letter. End your sentence with a full stop. Ensure your sentence is grammatically correct. Write only one sentence of 25 to 35 words. do not try to aim for 75 words rather aim for concentrating/compacting the meaning of the passage in one sentence. Ensure to use the main point/topic of the passage and…
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Answer Short Question

Answer Short Question

PTE
Introduction The Answer short question (PTE) is a task that tests your ability to listen to and understand a question and respond with the correct response. There are a total of 10 to 12 answer short question tasks in the exam. Please memorize the mind map given at the top, these activities need to be followed in the mentioned sequence. It is essential for success. This mind map works you can check my PTE success story here Critical stuff There is no beep to indicate that the microphone is open, so keep an eye on the screen as the status of the status box will change to "Recording" 1 second after the recording stops. Say your answer within 3 seconds of the change in status to Recording. You have to respond with…
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Re-tell Lecture

Re-tell Lecture

PTE
Introduction The PTE Re-tell lecture is another task that qualifies as one of the toughest tasks in the entire PTE exam. It tests your ability to actively listen to spoken English, take notes, understand the meaning, and speak meaningfully about it in 40 seconds. There are 3 to 4 Re-tell lecture tasks in the exam. Please memorize the mind map given at the top, these activities need to be followed in the mentioned sequence. It is essential for success. Critical stuff Take notes while listening to the recording. Identify the topic. Start speaking within 3 seconds of the microphone opening. Don’t pause for more than 3 seconds during the task. Content plays a crucial role in your score so ensure that you cover the important points from the lecture. If you…
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Describe image

Describe image

PTE
Introduction In my opinion, describe image is one of the toughest tasks in the entire PTE exam. It tests your ability to describe an image, graph, or process in your own words. The clock is continuously ticking, and the preparation time is 25 seconds, which means you must have a strategy on what you need to observe in the image and prepare accordingly. There are a total of 6 to 7 describe image tasks in the exam. Please memorize the mind map given at the top, these activities need to be followed in the mentioned sequence. It is absolutely essential for success. Absolutely critical stuff Start speaking within 3 seconds of the microphone opening. Don’t pause for more than 3 seconds during the task. Content plays a crucial role in…
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Repeat Sentence

Repeat Sentence

PTE
Introduction The Repeat sentence(PTE) is a task that tests a person’s ability to listen and remember a spoken sentence and then repeat it with the same rate of speech, intonation, word stress, pronunciation and pauses. There are 10 to 12 repeat sentence tasks in the PTE exam. Please memorize the mind map given at the top, these activities need to be followed in the mentioned sequence. It is essential for success. Scoring Partial credit Skills Scored The Repeat sentence task tests the listening and speaking skills of the test taker. Traits scored The Repeat sentence task scores you on three traits Content - Any replacements, insertions or omissions in your response in comparison to the sentence you heard are considered an error. Any hesitation or pauses or any leading or trailing material…
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Read Aloud

Read Aloud

PTE
Introduction Read aloud (PTE) is a task that tests a person’s ability to speak a given text with the right rate of speech, correct intonation, correct stress, and proper pauses in speech to reflect the written punctuations. There are 6 to 7 read aloud tasks in the PTE exam. Please memorize the mind map given at the top, these activities need to be followed in the mentioned sequence. It is essential for success. Scoring Partial credit Skills Scored The Read aloud tasks test the speaking and reading skills of the test taker. Traits Scored Read aloud task scores you on 3 parameters Content – Your response should include all the words in the text displayed on the screen. Please mirror all the words you see on the screen, do not omit, replace or…
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PTE result

PTE result

PTE
Check your result To check your result follow the steps mentioned below You will get an email from Pearson with the subject "PTE Academic Score Report Available Notification". Go to the PTE website Click on Sign in in the right corner of the top menu. In the pop-up window click on the sign in or create account button. Sign in with your ID and password. Click on My Activity in the top menu and click on the tests tab. Look for the previous test card and click on view score. Tips for preventing delays in result To prevent delays follow the following points Avoid creating duplicate/multiple accounts on the Pearson website. Follow the instructions carefully when creating your account and booking the test. For account creation use an email address…
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PTE exam day Tips

PTE exam day Tips

PTE
You have worked very hard to prepare for your PTE exam, and now is the time you give it all you have to come out at the top. So you must plan this day. We have shared some PTE exam day tips to make it easier for you. Day before the exam you must plan for a day before the test too. Follow these guidelines to succeed Eat an early and moderate dinner. Try to sleep early. You will get extra energy if you have rested well. Getting at least 8 hours of sleep on the night before the test is imperative. Day of the exam Eat light On the day of the exam eat lightly. Don't fill yourself to the brim. If you eat full then you will feel…
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