PTE 2025 Module-wise Cheat Sheet (Updated Format)

 

PTE 2025 Module-wise Cheat Sheet (Updated Format) — everything you need to prepare smartly for the new test after August 2025.

PTE 2025 Overview

• Duration: ~2 hrs 25 mins
• Sections: 3 (Speaking & Writing → Reading → Listening)
• New Tasks:

1.      Respond to a Situation (Speaking)

2.      Summarize Group Discussion (Speaking + Listening)

• Scoring: AI + Human (for content and originality)
• Tip: Avoid memorized templates; be natural and clear.

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SPEAKING MODULE CHEAT SHEET (2025)

1. Read Aloud

• Task: Read a short text clearly.
• Focus: Pronunciation + Fluency.
• Tip:
• Group words naturally (phrasing).
• Don’t rush; keep tone natural.
• Practice with 30-40 sec texts daily.

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2. Repeat Sentence

• Change: A beep signals when to start speaking.
• Tip:
• Focus on meaning, not every word.
• Train memory by shadowing native speakers.

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3. Describe Image

• Scored by: AI + Human (for content).
• Tip:
• Use a short structure: Intro → Key trend → Conclusion.
• Avoid robotic templates — sound spontaneous.

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4. Retell Lecture

• Focus: Listening + Speaking + Note-taking.
• Tip:
• Write key nouns & numbers.
• Start: The lecture was about …

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5. Answer Short Question

• Tip: Be direct and brief (1–2 words).

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6. Respond to a Situation (New)

• Task: React to a real-life scenario (e.g. “You missed class, leave a message for your teacher”).
• Time: 40 sec to respond.
• Tip:
• Use natural phrases: “I’m really sorry …”, “I’ll make sure …”
• Think: Purpose → Action → Politeness.
• Practice voicemail-style tasks aloud.

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7. Summarize Group Discussion (New)

• Task: Listen to a 2–4-person talk and summarize.
• Time: Audio 2–3 min + 2 min to speak.
• Tip:

• Take notes under columns (Speaker 1, 2, 3).
• Start: The discussion was about … The speakers agreed/disagreed on …
• Focus on main points, not minor details.

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Speaking Strategy Summary

Focus	Action
Fluency	Keep steady pace, avoid fillers
Pronunciation	Stress key words; avoid monotone
Content	Be original & relevant
Practice	Record your answers daily; review for naturalness

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WRITING MODULE CHEAT SHEET (2025)

1. Summarize Written Text

• Task: Write 1 sentence (≤ 75 words) summarizing a passage.
• Scoring: AI + Human (content & structure).
• Tip:
• Combine 2–3 key ideas with connectors: while, because, therefore.
• Don’t copy full sentences.
• Example:

Although many believe renewable energy is costly, experts argue it will reduce long-term environmental and economic risks.

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2. Essay (20 min)

• Scoring traits: Content | Coherence | Grammar | Lexical range.
• Tip:
• Use 4-paragraph structure:
  Intro – BP1 – BP2 – Conclusion
• Paraphrase topic; avoid memorized templates.
• Example openers:

It is often argued that … / Many people believe … however …

• Proofread for verb tense & articles.

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Writing Focus

Trait	What It Means	Practice Tip
Content	Relevance to question	Stay on topic
Development	Support with reasons/examples	One clear idea per paragraph
Structure	Logical flow	Use connectors
Vocabulary	Range + accuracy	Use synonyms carefully

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READING MODULE CHEAT SHEET (2025)

Changes

• “Fill in the Blanks (Reading & Writing)” → now counts for Reading only.
• Slightly more tasks (total 14-18 Qs).

1. Multiple Choice (One/Multiple)

• Tip: Skim → read Qs → scan for keywords.

2. Reorder Paragraphs

• Tip:
• Look for logical connectors (first, therefore, however).
• Identify topic & supporting sentences.

3. Fill in the Blanks (Drag & Drop)

• Tip:
• Check collocations (e.g., take part in, make a decision).
• Read the entire paragraph for context.

Reading Practice Routine

• Read English news + note new words daily.
• Time yourself; aim ≈ 1 min per question.
• Improve reading speed + accuracy together.

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LISTENING MODULE CHEAT SHEET (2025)

Changes

• Listening & Writing tasks now score Listening only.
• Some content-based tasks (Summarize Spoken Text) get human review.

1. Summarize Spoken Text

• Tip:
• Note main ideas only; ignore examples.
• Use 50-70 words, clear sentences.

2. Multiple Choice Qs

• Tip: Focus on main idea before options.

3. Fill in the Blanks (Audio)

• Tip:
• Predict grammar form before listening.
• Check spelling carefully.

4. Highlight Correct Summary / Missing Word / Wrong Word / Write from Dictation

• Tip: Train with short podcasts or news clips.

Listening Practice Routine

Skill	Exercise
Note-taking	TED Talks (write keywords)
Memory	Repeat 10-word sentences
Accuracy	Dictation apps or YouTube subtitle practice

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Overall Strategy for High Score (2025)

1.      Practice spontaneity: New speaking tasks reward natural, context-aware speech.

2.      Build vocabulary + collocations: Crucial for Reading & Writing.

3.      Work on listening memory: Essential for Summarize Group Discussion + Dictation.

4.      Avoid templates: Human raters can detect memorized responses.

5.      Use updated mock tests (post-Aug 2025).