PTE Core

PTE Core Listening Fill in the Blanks Practice

Practice Listening Fill in the Blanks. Listen carefully to the audio and type the missing words to test your listening accuracy and spelling.

Practice Questions

Dropping Out

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A majority of U.S. high school students say they get
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in class every day, and more than one out of
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has considered dropping out, according to a survey released on Wednesday. The survey of 81,000 students in
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states found two-thirds of high school students complain of boredom, usually because the subject matter was
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or their teachers didn't seem to care about them.

How It Works

You will hear a recording. The transcript of the recording appears on the screen with several gaps.

Fill in the missing words from the recording. Type the word in the correct input box.

Scoring Factors

  • Accuracy: Every correct word is worth 1 point.
  • Spelling: Exact spelling is required to earn the point.
  • Listening focus: Catch function words (articles, prepositions).

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Misspelling plural or tense endings.
  • Guessing long words and missing shorter keywords.
  • Falling behind the audio and panicking.

Practice Method

Train with dictation and shadowing. Write quick notes while listening, then focus on spelling and grammar during typing.

Frequently Asked Questions