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What is the syllabus of PTE?
At thePTE.com, our syllabus for coaching the PTE follows the PTE test structure. That is, we start teaching the Speaking, Writing, Reading and Listening modules, respectively. Speaking Module Speaking starts with Read Aloud test items….
How many images are there in the PTE test?
There are three test items in the PTE test that could be accompanied by an image. Those three items belong to the Speaking module and they are; Describe Image (DI), Retell lecture (RL) and Answer…
What should we carry for Pte exam?
There is only one thing that every PTE candidate has to present to be allowed to sit their PTE test and that is nothing but a valid PASSPORT. For a list of the common things…
Is pen and paper allowed in PTE?
No, PTE candidates are not allowed to take any pens or paper into their test room. The reason and what replaces these items will be discussed in this post. Measures to stop PTE exam leak…
Things you are not allowed to take with you to the PTE test room
Since the PTE exam is a standard test, most of the questions in their data bank get repeated for PTE candidates. To protect their questions from leaking out, stringent rules are applied to candidates who…
How many types of essays are there in PTE?
Broadly speaking, there are four types of essay topics in the PTE test. This post will discuss this matter with some examples for each topic. 1. Argument type In this type of PTE essay topic,…
Which PTE test center is good in my city?
The best PTE test center in any city around the world can be verified by a simple method. This post will discuss just that. Test date availability criterion PTE candidates, like in any other business,…
Free PTE mock test
A free PTE mock test, as the name implies, provides the test taker with a close to real PTE exam experience without any ifs, buts and strings attached. ThePTE.com’s scored free PTE mock test just…
How many types of PTE test are there?
The PTE test comes in two versions; general and academic. This post will discuss both of these tests. 1. The PTE Academic test This is the most well-known test of the two. It is accepted…
Why are PTE results delayed?
There are two reasons why your PTE test result is delayed. One of them is related to technical issues with the main processing PC at your test center and the other is problems with candidate’s…
How long does PTE test last?
Around 3 hours. The PTE test can last as short as 2 hours and 45 minutes to the longest 3 hours and 15 minutes. If one PTE candidate gets the fewest number of questions in…
Can we take PTE exam online?
No, you cannot. In order to sit the PTE test, candidates need to appear at a PTE test center in person with a valid passport. Stringent security measures in place for this test (read more…
Can I book two PTE tests at a time?
No, you cannot. PTE candidates can book only one appointment at a time. If they want to book another appointment, they will need to reschedule the first one moving it to a later date or…
Do we have negative marking in PTE?
Yes, PTE candidates do get negative marking for wrong answers in certain PTE test items. This article will take a look at these questions. 1. Multiple-choice, choose multiple answers (Reading) In the Reading section, PTE…
What is oral fluency in PTE?
Oral fluency is one of the six Enabling skills that the PTE-A scores you on. In linguistics, oral fluency refers to the ease with which a speaker would get his/her message across to the listener…
How important is Repeat Sentence in PTE?
Repeat sentence is the most important section of the PTE test. This item is the second section of the Speaking module and comes after the Read Aloud section. PTE candidates will get between 10-12 Repeat…
How many questions are there in PTE?
The minimum number of questions a candidate could get in a PTE-A test is 106 and the maximum is 136. Here is a breakdown for each. There are four sections of Speaking, Writing, Reading and…
What is the most difficult part in PTE?
The most difficult part of the PTE test according to a mean of 100 random PTE results is reading followed by writing. This post will discuss the reason for this. Most PTE candidates miss points…
What is the highest score in PTE?
The PTE score system ranges from the lowest 10 to the highest 90 points. If a candidate does not perform well in one of the enabling skills, pronunciation for example, then the score for that…
How long is PTE valid for?
A PTE Academic score report, like an IELTS test result, is valid for two years for educational purposes (University or college applications). This information can be found on every PTE ore IELTS test report as…
How can I study for PTE?
The best way to study and prepare for the PTE test is to follow the following tips: 1. Get to know all components of the PTE test The PTE academic consists of four skills namely…
How many attempts are there for PTE?
Generally, there are no limits on how many times one can sit the PTE test. But, there are some rules in place. For example, candidates cannot book more than one date at a time. So…
How much is 8 each in PTE?
In order to get the equivalence of 8 each band of IELTS in the PTE test, one has to get an average of 79 with none of the four skills less than 79. The PTE…
PTE 79 guarantee
thepte.com guarantees you a 79 each in the PTE academic if you meet one of the following conditions (T’s and C’s apply): 1. If you have an average of 6.5 or higher in IELTS (Academic…
How accurate is PTE mock test?
PTE mock tests give you a hint of where you stand in terms of your weak and strong points. PTE mock test results are different from the real PTE test because of the following reasons:…
Which is the easiest English proficiency test?
There are a few International English proficiency tests available around the world. The most common ones are IELTS, TOEFL and PTE. The author of this post has taught and sat all three tests. These tests…
What is a good score in PTE?
It depends on what you are going to use it for. There are three possibilities that each will be discussed in this post. 1. University enrolment It really depends on the university and the level…
Is it difficult to score 79 in PTE?
Compared to other alternative tests, no. In this post, the writer who has sat and coached both IELTS and the PTE tests, compares and contrasts the PTE test with its well-established rival IELTS to give…
Is PTE getting harder?
No, the PTE has to maintain its quality and quantity to be a valid international proficiency test and here are some reasons as to why it is not getting harder: 1. The validity of the…