Breaking Down Each Section of the PTE Exam: What You Need to Know

 

The PTE (Pearson Test of English) exam assesses your English proficiency in real-world contexts. It’s divided into three main sections: Speaking and Writing, Reading, and Listening. Each section is designed to evaluate specific language skills through a variety of tasks. At Medcity, recognized as the best PTE training centre in Kerala, we focus on one crucial question: how to achieve a 90 in PTE. In this blog post, we provide a detailed breakdown of the PTE sections to help you prepare effectively and maximize your chances of scoring high. Whether you're aiming for academic or immigration purposes, understanding the structure and strategies for each section is key to your success. Let’s dive in and explore how you can master the PTE and achieve that coveted score of 90!

 

1. Speaking and Writing (54–67 minutes)

This section tests your ability to communicate clearly and write effectively in English.

Tasks in Speaking

•                     Personal Introduction (Not Scored): Introduce yourself briefly to get comfortable with the test format.

•                     Read Aloud: Read a text displayed on the screen.

•                     Repeat Sentence: Listen to a sentence and repeat it accurately.

•                     Describe Image: Explain the content of an image in a structured manner.

•                     Re-tell Lecture: Summarize the main points of a lecture after listening to it.

•                     Answer Short Questions: Respond briefly to questions based on audio prompts.

 

Tasks in Writing

•                     Summarize Written Text: Write a one-sentence summary of a given passage.

•                     Essay Writing: Write a 200–300-word essay on a given topic, focusing on structure, clarity, and grammar.

 

2. Reading (29–30 minutes)

The Reading section evaluates your ability to comprehend written texts and identify specific information.

 

Tasks in Reading

•                     Multiple-Choice, Single Answer: Select one correct answer to a question.

•                     Multiple-Choice, Multiple Answers: Choose all correct answers to a question.

•                     Reorder Paragraphs: Arrange text boxes in the correct order to form a logical sequence.

•                     Fill in the Blanks (Reading and Writing): Drag words into blank spaces in a text.

•                     Fill in the Blanks (Reading): Select words to complete a text accurately.

 

3. Listening (30–43 minutes)

This section tests your ability to understand spoken English in various contexts.

Tasks in Listening

 

                •              Summarize Spoken Text: Write a 50–70-word summary of a short audio.

                •              Multiple-Choice, Single Answer: Select one correct answer based on an audio clip.

                •              Multiple-Choice, Multiple Answers: Choose all correct answers from an audio clip.

                •              Fill in the Blanks: Type the missing words into a transcript while listening.

                •              Highlight Correct Summary: Select the summary that matches the audio content.

                •              Select Missing Word: Identify the missing word at the end of an audio.

                •              Highlight Incorrect Words: Identify mismatched words in an audio transcript.

                •              Write from Dictation: Type sentences as you hear them.

 

Key Scoring Insights

                • Integrated Skills: Some tasks assess multiple skills (e.g., Listening and Writing or Reading and Writing).

                • Automated Scoring: Responses are graded using AI, focusing on fluency, grammar, and coherence.

 

Preparation Tips for Each Section   

1.            Speaking and Writing

                •              Practice speaking clearly with a focus on fluency and pronunciation.

                •              Use templates for essays and summaries to organize ideas effectively.

               

2.            Reading

                •              Develop skimming and scanning techniques to locate answers quickly.

                •              Practice sequencing tasks to improve your logical understanding.

               

3.            Listening

                •              Listen to podcasts and audiobooks to improve comprehension.

                •              Practice typing accurately while listening to audios.

Why Choose Medcity for the best PTE Preparation?

At Medcity International Academy, we provide detailed training for each section of the PTE exam. Our AI evaluated mock tests and expert guidance ensure you’re fully prepared to excel on test day. Join Medcity today and take the first step toward success in the PTE exam! 

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