PTE Sample Questions
1.
Summarize Spoken Text (SST)
Audio Script (approx. 70 seconds)
The speaker explains that remote work has
become increasingly popular due to advancements in digital technology. She says
that online tools now allow employees to collaborate from anywhere, reducing
the need for physical offices. However, she notes challenges such as
communication gaps and feelings of isolation among workers. The speaker
concludes that companies should create clear guidelines and provide support
systems to make remote work more effective.
Sample Summary (50–70 words)
Remote work is growing because digital tools
make communication and collaboration easier from any location. Despite its
benefits, employees sometimes face communication problems and feelings of
isolation. The speaker suggests that companies should develop clear policies
and offer support to ensure remote work is productive and sustainable.
2.
Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers
Audio Script
The lecturer discusses two major causes of
water pollution. First, industrial waste often contains chemicals that enter
rivers and lakes. Second, agricultural runoff carries fertilizers and
pesticides into water bodies. He adds that household waste contributes too, but
to a lesser extent compared to the first two factors.
Question:
Which TWO main
causes of water pollution does the speaker mention?
Options:
A. Industrial
waste
B. Agricultural runoff
C. Climate change
D. Household waste
E. Deforestation
Correct Answers: A & B
3.
Listening Fill in the Blanks
Audio Script with Blanks
Many experts believe that effective
communication is one of the most (1) ______ skills in the workplace.
Employees who communicate clearly are more likely to (2) ______ problems
quickly and work well with others. For this reason, companies often invest in
communication (3) ______ to improve teamwork and overall productivity.
Answers:
1.
important
2.
solve
3.
training
4.
Highlight Correct Summary
Audio Script
The speaker talks about the history of public
transportation. She explains that early systems such as horse-drawn carriages
were slow and expensive. With the introduction of steam engines and later
electric trams, transportation became faster and more affordable. She
emphasizes that modern public transport focuses on efficiency and environmental
sustainability.
Options:
A. The speaker
explains that public transportation began with slow systems, improved with
steam engines and electric trams, and now focuses on efficiency and
sustainability.
B. The speaker discusses modern technology in cars and their effect on the
environment.
C. The speaker talks only about electric trams and their advantages.
D. The speaker argues that public transport has remained mostly unchanged for
centuries.
Correct Answer: A
5.
Multiple Choice, Single Answer
Audio Script
The speaker says that reading habits are
changing. While more people read digital books because they are convenient and
affordable, printed books are still valued for their physical feel and ease on
the eyes.
Question:
What is the main
point the speaker is making?
Options:
A. Printed books
are disappearing.
B. Digital books are becoming more popular, but printed books still have
advantages.
C. Printed books are cheaper than digital books.
D. Digital books cause eye strain.
Correct Answer: B
6.
Select Missing Word
Audio Script
The study showed that students who slept at
least eight hours performed better on tests. Those who slept less had
difficulty concentrating. The researchers concluded that sleep plays a critical
role in academic…
Options:
A. cooking
B. performance
C. decoration
D. transportation
Correct Answer: B. performance
7.
Highlight Incorrect Words
Audio Script
Many companies are encouraging remote work
because it increases productivity and reduces office expenses. However, some
employees struggle with loneliness and poor time management. Experts suggest
creating structured routines to stay focused.
Text Shown to Candidate (Incorrect Words
Marked):
Many companies are encouraging remote work
because it decreases productivity and reduces office experience.
However, some employees struggle with loneliness and poor time movement.
Experts suggest creating structured routines to stay focused.
Incorrect Words to Highlight:
- decreases →
increases
- experience →
expenses
- movement →
management
8. Write
from Dictation
Here are 4 sample
Write-From-Dictation sentences:
1.
The
university will announce the new scholarship program next week.
2.
All
participants must register before the session begins.
3.
The
library provides a wide range of digital learning materials.
4.
Researchers
observed a steady increase in climate-related data.
1.
Summarize Spoken Text (5 Sets)
Write 50–70 words.
SST 1 – Audio Script
Remote learning has expanded quickly due to
affordable internet access. Students enjoy flexibility, but many struggle with
motivation. Teachers also find it challenging to maintain interaction online.
The speaker concludes that a blended model combining online and classroom
learning is most effective.
Sample Summary
Remote learning offers flexibility but creates
challenges in motivation and teacher–student interaction. The speaker suggests
a blended approach combining online and face-to-face learning for better
effectiveness.
SST 2 – Audio Script
The speaker explains that climate change is
affecting global agriculture. Rising temperatures reduce crop productivity and
increase water demand. However, technological solutions like drought-resistant
seeds and smart irrigation can help.
Sample Summary:
Climate change lowers crop yields and
increases water needs, but technology such as drought-resistant seeds and smart
irrigation can help farmers adapt.
SST 3 – Audio Script
The speaker describes how social media
influences decision-making. Algorithms show users similar content repeatedly,
limiting exposure to different viewpoints. This can create misinformation and
polarization.
Sample Summary:
Social media algorithms restrict diverse
viewpoints, leading to misinformation and polarization, making decision-making
less informed.
SST 4 – Audio ScriptThe speaker talks about mental health
at work. Long hours and stress reduce productivity. Companies are introducing
counseling services and wellness programs to support employees.
Sample Summary:
Workplace stress lowers productivity, so
companies are adopting counseling and wellness programs to improve employee
mental health.
SST 5 – Audio Script
The lecture discusses renewable energy growth.
Solar and wind energy are expanding, but storage technology is still costly.
Governments must invest in research to make clean energy practical.
Sample Summary:
Renewable energy is expanding, but storage
remains expensive. The speaker argues that government investment is needed to
make clean energy more practical.
2. Multiple
Choice, Multiple Answers (5 Questions)
Q1 Audio Script:
Tourism boosts local economies and creates
jobs, but it also increases pollution and overcrowding.
Options: A Economy, B Job creation, C Pollution, D Overcrowding, E
Agriculture
Answers: A, B, C, D
Q2 Audio Script:
Two major elements of good leadership are
communication and emotional intelligence. Technical skills matter but are
secondary.
Options: A Communication, B Emotional intelligence, C
Technical skills, D Fashion sense, E Physical strength
Answers: A, B
Q3 Audio Script:
Healthy lifestyles depend on diet, exercise,
and sleep.
Options: A Diet, B Exercise, C Sleep, D Travel, E Technology use
Answers: A, B, C
Q4 Audio Script:
The speaker mentions that rising sea levels
and extreme weather events are the most visible impacts of climate change.
Options: A Sea levels, B Extreme weather, C Forest
fires, D Medical advances, E Food
waste
Answers: A, B
Q5 Audio Script:
The researcher identified creativity and
problem-solving as essential skills for future jobs.
Options: A Creativity, B Problem-solving, C Singing, D Dancing, E Social
media following
Answers: A, B
3. Listening
Fill in the Blanks (5 Questions)
FIB 1
Communication is a key skill that helps
employees (1) cooperate) effectively and (2 solve) problems
quickly.
Answers: cooperate, solve
FIB 2
The company introduced new (1 training)
programs to improve staff (2 performance).
Answers: training, performance
FIB 3
Scientists are trying to (1 understand)
how climate change affects (2 ecosystems) worldwide.
Answers: understand, ecosystems
FIB 4
Students often struggle to (1 concentrate)
when they do not get enough (2 sleep).
Answers: concentrate, sleep
FIB 5
The museum aims to (1 preserve)
historical objects for future (2 generations).
Answers: preserve, generations
4. Highlight
Correct Summary (5 Questions)
Audio Script:
The speaker explains that early trains were
slow and expensive, but technological improvements made travel faster and
cheaper.
Correct Summary Options & Answers:
1.
A.
Early trains were slow, but technology improved speed and cost. ✔
2.
C.
The speaker talks only about aircraft. ✘
3.
B.
Trains have always been affordable. ✘
4.
D.
The speaker focuses on bicycles. ✘
Answer: A
(And four more below.)
Set 2 Audio Script:
The talk describes how exercise benefits
mental and physical health.
Answer: Summary mentioning both mental and physical benefits.
Set 3 Audio Script:
The speaker explains that smartphones improve
communication but also distract users from real-life interaction.
Answer: Summary mentioning benefits and distractions.
Set 4 Audio Script:
The lecture highlights how forests regulate
climate and support biodiversity.
Answer: Summary mentioning climate regulation + biodiversity.
Set 5 Audio Script:
The speaker discusses how budgeting helps
people control expenses and save money.
Answer: Summary mentioning budgeting + controlling expenses + saving.
5. Multiple Choice,
Single Answer (5 Questions)
Q1 Audio:
Electric cars reduce pollution but are
expensive.
Q: Main point?
A: Electric cars are environmentally friendly but costly.
Q2 Audio:
Reading daily improves vocabulary.
Answer: Reading strengthens vocabulary.
Q3 Audio:
Online shopping is convenient but increases
impulse buying.
Answer: Convenience comes with impulse-buying risks.
Q4 Audio:
Water conservation is essential due to
shortages.
Answer: Water must be conserved to address shortages.
Q5 Audio:
Teamwork improves creativity.
Answer: Teamwork enhances creative outcomes.
6. Select
Missing Word (5 Questions)
Audio:
The company saw profits rise for three years,
but this year they declined due to increased…
Options: A funding, B competition, C history, D language
Answer: B competition
Set 2:
Sleep improves memory and overall academic…
Answer: performance
Set 3:
Farmers are adopting new tools to increase…
Answer: productivity
Set 4:
The new policy aims to reduce traffic…
Answer: congestion
Set 5:
The museum plans to expand its art…
Answer: collection
7. Highlight
Incorrect Words (5 Questions)
Set 1
Audio: The
city plans to increase public transport services.
Text: The city plans to decrease public transport services.
Incorrect: decrease
Set 2
Audio: Researchers
discovered a rapid increase in bird populations.
Text: rapid decrease in bird populations.
Incorrect: decrease
Set 3
Audio: The
program helps students develop confidence.
Text: develop confusions.
Incorrect: confusions
Set 4
Audio: Healthy
eating reduces the risk of disease.
Text: increases the price of disease.
Incorrect: price
Set 5
Audio: Climate
change affects rainfall patterns around the world.
Text: affects rainfall parents.
Incorrect: parents
8. Write From
Dictation (5 Sentences)
1.
The university will close for maintenance during the
holiday break.
2.
Please submit your assignments before the final
deadline.
3.
Attendance is required for all laboratory sessions.
4.
Researchers recorded significant changes in the
data.
5.
New regulations will be announced at the next
meeting.
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