PTE Academic Questions Type

 

Total Number of Questions in PTE Academic & Their Description

The PTE Academic exam consists of 20 question types, divided into three sections: Speaking & Writing, Reading, and Listening. The number of questions varies slightly in each test but typically ranges between 52–64 questions in total. Below is a detailed breakdown of each question type and its description.

Section 1: Speaking & Writing (54–67 minutes)

This section tests your ability to communicate effectively in English. It consists of seven question types, with approximately 28–36 questions in total.

Question Type No. of Questions Description
Read Aloud 6–7
Read a text displayed on the screen aloud within a given time. Tests pronunciation and fluency.
Repeat Sentence 10–12
Listen to a sentence and repeat it exactly. Tests listening and speaking skills.
Describe Image 3–4
Analyze an image (graph, chart, or diagram) and describe it in detail. Tests speaking and content organization.
Re-Tell Lecture 1–2
Listen to a short lecture and summarize it in your own words. Tests listening and speaking coherence.
Answer Short Question 5–6
Listen to a question and answer it in one or a few words. Tests listening and vocabulary skills.
Summarize Written Text 1–2
Read a passage and summarize it in one sentence (within 75 words). Tests reading comprehension and writing skills.
Write Essay 1–2
Write a 200–300 word essay on a given topic. Tests grammar, vocabulary, and argument structuring.

Section 2: Reading (29–30 minutes)

This section assesses your ability to read and understand written English. It consists of five question types, with approximately 13–18 questions in total.

Question Type No. of Questions Description

Reading & Writing: Fill in  the Blanks		  5–6
A passage with missing words is displayed, and you must select the correct word from a dropdown list.

Multiple Choice, Choose Single Answer		  1–2
Read a passage and select the best answer from multiple choices.

Multiple Choice, Choose Multiple Answers		  1–2
Read a passage and select all correct answers from the options.

Reorder Paragraphs
 2–3

Drag and rearrange jumbled sentences into the correct order.

Reading: Fill in the Blanks
 4–5
Fill in missing words in a passage using a provided word bank.

Section 3: Listening (30–43 minutes)

This section tests your ability to understand spoken English. It consists of eight question types, with approximately 17–22 questions in total.

Question Type No. of Questions Description
Summarize Spoken Text    1–2 Listen to a short lecture and summarize it in 50–70 words.

Multiple Choice, Choose Multiple Answers		    1–2
Listen to a recording and select all correct answers from the options.
Fill in the Blanks     2–3
A transcript with missing words is displayed, and you must type the correct words while listening.

Highlight Correct Summary		     1–2
Choose the best summary of an audio clip from multiple choices.

Multiple Choice, Choose Single Answer		      1–2
Listen to a recording and select the best answer from multiple choices.

Select Missing Word  
     1–2
The last word or phrase of a recording is missing, and you must choose the correct one.
Highlight Incorrect Words      2–3
The transcript of a recording is displayed, and you must identify words that are different from what you hear.

Write from Dictation 
     3–4
Listen to a short sentence and type it exactly as spoken.

Summary of PTE Academic Question Distribution

Section               Approx. No. of Questions
Speaking & Writing              28–36 questions

Reading                          
             13–18 questions

Listening
             17–22 questions

Total Questions
              52–64 questions

Conclusion

The PTE Academic exam is structured to test all aspects of English proficiency through a variety of question types. Since the test is AI-scored, it ensures fair, unbiased, and efficient assessment. Understanding each question format and practicing accordingly can significantly improve performance.


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