Tips for PTE Academic Exam

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PEARSON TEST OF ENGLISH
Important Test Tips
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DOS

• Use correct punctuation for writing tasks full
  stops, capital letters, commas, etc
• Answer the question. If the question asks you to
  write or speak about sport, write or speak about
  sport NOT science
• Keep strictly within the word limit given for
  writing tasks
• Respond quickly and keep speaking during speaking
  tasks. The microphone will close after 3 seconds
  of silence and stop recording
• Build your own personal set of vocabulary and
  learn root words
• Work on Grammar, especially Tenses (Simple Past
  and Simple Present) prepositions

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DONT

• Write ENTIRELY in capital letters. Only use
  capitals when needed
• at the beginning of sentence names, etc
• Clicking next before completing the task
• Follow required information

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SCORING IN PTE

• The score range is 1090 points
• The points are allotted based on Communicative
  Skills and Enabling skills

  Communication Skills   Listening  Reading  Writing  Speaking   Enabling Skills   Grammar  Oral Fluency  Pronunciation  Spelling  Vocabulary  Written Discourse
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PTE FAQ

• Q. What are the age criteria to take PTE
  Academic?
• Candidate must be 16 years old and one must
  provide signed parental consent form. Candidate
  above 18 isnt required for the same.
• Q. Do I have to choose institutions before the
  PTE test?
• No. You can choose the institutions you want to
  send your scores to, after you have seen your
  results.
• Q. Why does PTE use an automated scoring system?
• PTE is an automated scoring which gives more
  objective results. Moreover, external factors
  like body language, personality, appearance is
  not influenced. Hence aspirants are assured that
  they are solely judged on their communication
  skills. The scores are accurate as it is based on
  language performance.

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PTE FAQ

• Q. When can I get my PTE scores?
• You will receive your scores within 5 business
  days.
• Q. Can one improve his/her Spoken English?
• No. Being integrated test, it also focuses on
  candidates accuracy and ability to interpret. It
  is advisable to clear the fundamentals of English
  language.
• Q. How many times can I take the PTE?
• As many times you wish to. You can use PTE
  Voucher Code to get 10 off on PTE Exam Fees.

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Contact Us
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Collins Street,Melbourne, Victoria - 3000, AU
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