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,…
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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 three 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 two are related to…
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?
There is no limit set as to 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….
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…
How PTE overall score is calculated?
PTE Academic Test Centers issue a score report for every candidate who finishes the test successfully. Usually, this report card will be ready within 2 to 72 hours after the exam is finished. 1. Score…
Can we take notes in PTE?
Yes, you can take notes in the PTE test, but not in pen. This post will discuss how it is done and how to improve it. 1. Strict rules for safeguarding the PTE question bank…
Is it difficult to get 65 in PTE?
The answer to this question depends on the level of English competency of the person in question and how much time the person is willing to spend on learning and practicing different parts of the…
Do PTE questions repeat?
Yes, PTE questions get repeated all the time. This is common in standard test systems because of the following reasons: 1. Standard tests must have repeated questions In order for a test to be able…
Is PTE easier than IELTS?
The PTE test is much easier than IELTS because of the following reasons: 1. The PTE test is 100% machine scored Once a test is automated, the chances of errors and mistakes happening during the…
Should I ask for a rescore on my PTE test?
The short answer is NO. Firstly, it is a computerized test. There is no human involved in the scoring of your exam. So bad mood, exhaustion, human errors, blurry vision … go out of the…