PTE Core Sample Questions & Free Examples
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Speaking Sample Questions
Read Aloud
The city plans to expand public transit to reduce traffic congestion.
Focus on clear pronunciation and steady pace.
Respond to Situation
Your neighbor asks you to water their plants while they are away.
Acknowledge the request and offer a clear plan.
Answer Short Question
What do we call the person who fixes cars?
Answer in 1-3 words (e.g., mechanic).
Writing Sample Questions
Write Email
Write to your landlord about a broken heater. Mention the issue, how it affects you, and request a repair time.
Use 100-120 words and cover all three points.
Summarize Written Text
Summarize a short paragraph in one sentence with 25-50 words.
Use one well-structured sentence and stay within the word limit.
Reading Sample Questions
Reading & Writing FIB
The team decided to ____ the meeting until Friday. (postpone / protect / provide / proceed)
Use grammar and collocation clues.
Reorder Paragraphs
Arrange four sentences to form a logical paragraph about renewable energy.
Find topic sentences and linking words.
Listening Sample Questions
Write From Dictation
The report will be published next month.
Type every word you hear; spelling matters.
Listening FIB
The speaker said the company will invest in ____ energy sources.
Listen for key nouns and exact spelling.