PTE Prediction 8-14 November 2026 AC/ Core

PTE ACADEMIC + PTE CORE — LRWS REVISION SHEET Week 2 8-14 November 



• Strategy + format + formula + traps + practice + vocabulary


### 1\. SPEAKING & WRITING — PTE ACADEMIC


1\. Read Aloud (RA): Preview text 3–5 sec, identify pauses and difficult words, read naturally, maintain steady pace, pronounce endings, avoid restarting, practise topics: urban noise, sleep cycles, fossils, wetlands, biodegradable packaging, astronomy.


2\. Repeat Sentence (RS): Listen for meaning and word groups, remember keywords, repeat immediately, preserve word order, grammar and endings, do not invent missing words, practise: laboratory procedures, student accommodation, finance, workplace communication, agriculture, conferences.


3\. Describe Image (DI): Formula: The image illustrates \[topic\]. Overall, \[main trend\]. The highest figure is \[X\], while the lowest is \[Y\]. Additionally, \[comparison/detail\]. In conclusion, \[main finding\]. Adapt to graph, map, table, process, pie chart, bar chart, line graph. Trap: inventing data, listing every number, long pauses.


4\. Retell Lecture (RL): Listen for topic + 3 key points + example/conclusion, take keyword notes, speak in logical order. Formula: The lecture focused on \[topic\]. The speaker explained \[point 1\], highlighted \[point 2\], and discussed \[point 3\]. Overall, the lecture emphasised \[main message\]. Trap: memorising isolated words without meaning.


5\. Answer Short Question (ASQ): Give the direct answer, usually 1–3 words, no lengthy explanation. Practise science, finance, anatomy, astronomy, construction, research terminology.


6\. Summarize Group Discussion (SGD): Identify topic, speakers’ views, agreement/disagreement, reasons and conclusion. Formula: The discussion centred on \[topic\]. Speaker 1 argued \[view\], whereas Speaker 2 emphasised \[view\]. Another key point was \[detail\]. Overall, the discussion showed \[conclusion\]. Trap: confusing speakers or presenting opinions as facts.


7\. Respond to a Situation (RTS): Identify person + purpose + problem + requested action, respond politely and specifically. Formula: Hello \[person\], I’m contacting you regarding \[issue\]. The situation is \[brief explanation\]. Could you please \[request/action\]? I would appreciate your help in resolving this. Thank you. Trap: ignoring the scenario or sounding rude.


8\. Summarize Written Text (SWT): One sentence, generally 5–75 words; aim for 30–45 clear words. Formula: Although \[main idea\], \[key point 1\] and \[key point 2\] demonstrate that \[overall conclusion\], particularly because \[supporting idea\]. Trap: multiple sentences, missing the central argument, grammar errors.


9\. Write Essay (WE): Introduction + body 1 + body 2 + conclusion. Formula: Introduction: paraphrase + position. Body 1: main idea + explanation + example. Body 2: second idea + explanation + example. Conclusion: summarise position. Aim for a clear, developed response within the current official word range. Trap: memorised irrelevant content, unsupported examples, repetition, off-topic arguments.


### 2\. READING — PTE ACADEMIC


1\. Reading & Writing: Fill in the Blanks (R&W FIB): Read whole sentence, identify grammar + meaning, check collocations, select the best fit. Trap: choosing a familiar word that does not fit grammatically.


2\. Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers (MCM): Read question first, locate evidence, evaluate every option independently, select only supported answers. Trap: selecting too many options; incorrect selections can reduce the score.


3\. Re-order Paragraphs (ROP): Find opening sentence, identify pronoun references, chronology, cause/effect, repeated keywords, connect pairs before arranging all sentences. Trap: relying on topic similarity alone.


4\. Reading: Fill in the Blanks (FIB): Check part of speech, collocation, tense, prepositions, meaning, then reread the complete passage.


5\. Multiple Choice, Single Answer (MCSA): Identify the question focus, scan for evidence, eliminate distractors, select one supported answer. Trap: choosing an option based on outside knowledge.


### 3\. LISTENING — PTE ACADEMIC


1\. Summarize Spoken Text (SST): Note topic + 3 main points + conclusion, organise into a coherent summary, check word count and grammar. Formula: The lecture discusses \[topic\], explaining \[point 1\], \[point 2\] and \[point 3\], ultimately showing that \[conclusion\].


2\. Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers: Note the speaker’s main claims, compare each option with the audio, avoid unsupported choices.


3\. Fill in the Blanks: Read transcript gaps in advance, predict word type, listen for exact words, check spelling and grammar.


4\. Highlight Correct Summary: Identify central idea + supporting points, eliminate summaries with distorted or irrelevant details.


5\. Multiple Choice, Single Answer: Listen for the answer to the specific question, distinguish the main point from examples.


6\. Select Missing Word: Focus on the final part of the recording, predict logical completion, listen for context and speaker intention.


7\. Highlight Incorrect Words: Follow the displayed text while listening, mark only words that differ from the recording.


8\. Write from Dictation (WFD): Memorise short word groups, type exact wording, check articles, plurals, tense, spelling and punctuation. Trap: omitting small words such as a, the, of, to.


### 4\. SPEAKING & WRITING — PTE CORE


1\. Read Aloud: Preview briefly, read clearly, use natural phrasing, maintain pace, avoid omissions and self-correction.


2\. Repeat Sentence: Listen for chunks, preserve the exact sequence, reproduce key words and endings, avoid adding words.


3\. Describe Image: Formula: The image presents \[topic\]. The main feature is \[observation\]. \[Detail 1\] contrasts with \[detail 2\]. Overall, \[main finding\]. Use only visible information.


4\. Respond to a Situation: Identify the problem, audience, goal and next action, use an appropriate tone. Formula: Hello \[person\], I’m calling about \[issue\]. \[Explain briefly\]. Could you please \[specific action\]? Thank you for your assistance.


5\. Answer Short Question: Respond directly, use the precise noun or term, avoid explanations unless required.


6\. Summarize Written Text: Identify the central argument, combine supporting ideas, write a concise grammatical summary, remove repetition and minor details.


7\. Write Email: Match the required tone and purpose, cover every prompt point, organise into greeting + purpose + details + request/action + closing. Formal: Dear \[name/title\]... I am writing regarding... I would appreciate it if... Yours sincerely... Informal: Hi \[name\]... I wanted to tell you... Let me know what you think... Best wishes... Semi-formal: polite, direct and natural.


Email trap: Do not use the same tone for a friend, colleague, manager and business. Address every instruction in the prompt.


### 5\. READING — PTE CORE


1\. Reading Correspondence: Identify sender, purpose, relationship, request, dates and implied meaning, distinguish facts from assumptions.


2\. Reading to Apply a Diagram: Read labels, legend, directions, locations and measurements first, connect each question to the correct visual detail, avoid confusing nearby labels.


3\. Reading for Information: Find the central idea, scan for keywords and paraphrases, separate main points from examples.


4\. Reading for Viewpoints: Identify each person’s position, reasons, agreement, disagreement and supporting evidence, do not confuse the writer’s opinion with another speaker’s.


5\. Reading: Unseen practical information / related text tasks: Follow the exact displayed task instructions, locate relevant information, compare options, check whether the answer is directly supported. Do not assume every Core version uses Academic question types.


### 6\. LISTENING — PTE CORE


1\. Listening to a Problem: Identify the problem, cause, options, preferred solution and next action.


2\. Listening to a Daily-Life Conversation: Identify speakers, relationship, purpose, arrangements, changes and final decision.


3\. Listening for Information: Note topic, key facts, numbers, names, dates, instructions and supporting details.


4\. Listening to a News Item: Capture who, what, where, when, why and consequences.


5\. Listening to a Discussion: Track each speaker’s argument, evidence, agreement and disagreement.


6\. Listening to Viewpoints: Identify the central opinion, reasons, objections and conclusion.


7\. Listening to Instructions / practical information: Follow sequence, conditions, warnings and required actions; note exact details rather than relying on memory.


Important: PTE Core task names and counts should be checked against the current official Pearson format; do not automatically transfer Academic task types to Core.


### 7\. UNIVERSAL STEP-BY-STEP STRATEGY


* Understand: Identify task type, purpose, audience and scoring focus.


* Predict: Anticipate the information needed, such as a noun, date, argument or solution.


* Capture: Listen or read for meaning, keywords, relationships and supporting evidence.


* Organise: Use a logical sequence, correct format and relevant details.


* Respond: Answer the exact task, maintain clarity and avoid irrelevant content.


* Check: Review grammar, spelling, word order, punctuation and completion.


* Practise: Complete timed questions, analyse errors, repeat weak areas.


### 8\. HIGH-VALUE VOCABULARY — COMPACT FORMAT


Academic themes: biodiversity, ecosystem, conservation, resilience, sustainability, urbanisation, infrastructure, renewable energy, emissions, climate variability, innovation, implementation, methodology, hypothesis, evidence, correlation, significant, substantial, evaluate, demonstrate, facilitate, mitigate, enhance, allocate, assess, regulate, preserve, monitor, indicate, contribute.


Core themes: invoice, refund, warranty, quotation, discrepancy, appointment, referral, registration, maintenance, inspection, complaint, reimbursement, delivery, accessibility, confidential, resolve, arrange, reschedule, clarify, verify, notify, request, reimburse, defective, overdue, reliable, urgent, eligible, procedure.


Collocations: conduct research, gather evidence, address concerns, implement measures, allocate funding, reduce emissions, maintain records, meet requirements, resolve a dispute, process a refund, arrange an appointment, file a complaint, comply with regulations, improve efficiency, pose a risk, reach an agreement, provide assistance, assess performance.


### PTE Academic — Week 2 Practice Pack

### SPEAKING & WRITING — 9 QUESTION TYPES


### 1\. Read Aloud — 3 practice passages


Passage 1: Urban noise and concentration


Urban noise has become a significant concern in densely populated cities. Continuous exposure to traffic, construction and industrial sounds can interfere with concentration and sleep. Urban planners are therefore exploring quieter road surfaces, green barriers and improved building insulation to reduce unwanted noise.


Passage 2: Sleep cycles and memory


Sleep plays an essential role in learning and memory consolidation. During different stages of sleep, the brain processes information acquired throughout the day. Inadequate sleep may reduce attention, slow decision-making and make it harder to retain new knowledge.


Passage 3: Coastal wetlands and marine species


Coastal wetlands provide important habitats for fish, birds and other marine organisms. They also absorb some of the energy generated by waves and storms, helping to protect nearby communities. However, land development and pollution continue to threaten these valuable ecosystems.


Strategy: Read in meaningful phrases → maintain a steady pace → pronounce word endings → avoid restarting unnecessarily.


Traps: Rushing long words, dropping plural endings, pausing inside phrases and mispronouncing technical terms.


Vocabulary: densely populated, concentration, insulation, consolidation, retain, coastal wetlands, ecosystem, habitat, pollution, development.


### 2\. Repeat Sentence — 3 practice sentences


* Laboratory equipment must be checked carefully before every experiment begins.


* Students should compare accommodation costs before accepting an offer from a university.


* International conferences provide researchers with opportunities to exchange ideas and establish professional connections.


Practice method: Listen once → retain the meaning and word groups → repeat immediately. Prioritise accurate content words, grammatical endings and sentence order.


Traps: Replacing unfamiliar words with guesses, changing word order, adding unnecessary words and losing the final phrase.


Vocabulary: laboratory equipment, accommodation, researchers, exchange ideas, professional connections.


### 3\. Describe Image — 3 practice tasks


Task 1: Line graph — Electricity consumption


Practice data: Household electricity consumption (kWh per month): 2021 = 280, 2022 = 300, 2023 = 315, 2024 = 350, 2025 = 370.


Sample response: The line graph illustrates monthly household electricity consumption from 2021 to 2025. Overall, consumption increased steadily throughout the period, rising from 280 kWh to 370 kWh. The most noticeable increase occurred between 2023 and 2024. This upward trend may indicate growing electricity demand, although the graph itself does not explain the reasons.


Task 2: Bar chart — Graduate employment


Practice data: Employment within six months of graduation: Arts = 72%, Science = 81%, Business = 86%, Engineering = 91%.


Sample response: The bar chart compares graduate employment rates across four fields. Engineering recorded the highest rate at 91%, followed by Business at 86% and Science at 81%. Arts had the lowest figure, at 72%. Overall, employment rates varied by discipline, with Engineering exceeding Arts by 19 percentage points.


Task 3: Process — Desalination to drinking water


Stages: Seawater intake → filtration → desalination membrane → mineral adjustment → disinfection → storage and distribution.


Sample response: The diagram illustrates how seawater is converted into drinking water. First, seawater is collected and filtered to remove larger particles. It then passes through a desalination membrane, which separates much of the dissolved salt. Afterward, minerals are adjusted and the water is disinfected. Finally, the treated water is stored and distributed for consumption.


Strategy: Identify the image type → introduce its subject → report key figures or stages → compare the most important features → conclude with the overall pattern.


Traps: Listing every number, inventing causes, confusing percentage points with percentages and describing a process out of sequence.


Vocabulary: consumption, employment rate, percentage points, filtration, desalination, membrane, disinfection, distribution.


### 4\. Retell Lecture — 3 practice tasks


Task 1: Ocean currents and climate


Lecture notes: Ocean currents transport heat; warm currents influence coastal temperatures; cold currents affect regional weather; changes in circulation can influence rainfall and marine ecosystems.


Model response: The lecture explains how ocean currents influence climate by transporting heat across the planet. Warm currents can raise coastal temperatures, while cold currents may contribute to cooler regional conditions. Changes in circulation can also affect rainfall patterns and marine ecosystems. Overall, ocean currents are an important component of the global climate system.


Task 2: Forensic scientific evidence


Lecture notes: Forensic scientists examine physical evidence; samples must be collected carefully; contamination can undermine reliability; results should be interpreted alongside other evidence.


Model response: The lecture discusses the role of forensic science in investigations. Scientists examine physical evidence and must collect samples carefully to avoid contamination. Reliable procedures are important because contaminated samples may undermine the validity of the findings. The lecture also highlights that forensic results should be interpreted alongside other evidence rather than considered in isolation.


Task 3: Satellite observations and volcanoes


Lecture notes: Satellites monitor ground deformation, heat and gas emissions; repeated observations reveal changes; early detection supports risk assessment; ground-based confirmation may still be needed.


Model response: The lecture describes how satellite observations help monitor volcanic activity. Satellites can detect ground deformation, changes in heat and certain gas emissions. By comparing observations over time, scientists can identify changes that may indicate increased activity. These measurements support risk assessment, although ground-based observations may still be required to confirm the findings.


Formula: Topic → Main point → Two supporting details → Significance → Conclusion.


Traps: Reproducing isolated notes without connecting them, adding personal opinions and omitting the lecture’s main idea.


Vocabulary: circulation, contamination, validity, evidence, deformation, emissions, monitoring, risk assessment.


### 5\. Answer Short Question — 5 practice questions


* What instrument measures atmospheric pressure? — A barometer.


* What is the process by which plants convert light into chemical energy? — Photosynthesis.


* What term describes money borrowed that must be repaid with interest? — A loan.


* Which part of the human body pumps blood through the circulatory system? — The heart.


* What is the scientific term for the study of earthquakes? — Seismology.


Strategy: Identify the category of information required and give a concise answer, usually one word or a short phrase.


Traps: Overexplaining, answering a related but different question and confusing scientific terms.


Vocabulary: atmospheric pressure, photosynthesis, interest, circulatory system, seismology.


### 6\. Summarize Group Discussion — 3 practice tasks


Task 1: Internships before graduation


Discussion notes: Speaker A supports internships for practical experience; Speaker B worries about unpaid placements; Speaker C suggests paid or credit-bearing internships.


Model response: The discussion focuses on whether students should complete internships before graduation. One participant argues that internships provide practical experience and improve employability, while another raises concerns about unpaid placements and financial pressure. A third participant proposes paid internships or academic credit as a compromise. Overall, the discussion highlights the value of workplace experience while emphasising the need for fair access.


Task 2: Studying abroad versus staying in the home country


Notes: Abroad offers cultural exposure and independence; home-country study may cost less; family support can be valuable; career outcomes depend on the programme and individual goals.


Model response: The speakers compare studying abroad with studying in one’s home country. Studying overseas may provide cultural exposure and independence, but it can involve higher expenses. Remaining at home may be more affordable and allow students to benefit from family support. The discussion suggests that the best choice depends on finances, educational opportunities and personal goals.


Task 3: Teaching versus research funding


Notes: Teaching improves student learning; research develops knowledge; budgets are limited; participants suggest balancing immediate educational needs with long-term innovation.


Model response: The discussion considers how universities should allocate funding between teaching and research. One viewpoint prioritises classroom resources and student support, while another highlights the importance of research for innovation. Because budgets are limited, participants recognise the need to balance immediate teaching needs with long-term academic development. Overall, a balanced funding approach may serve universities most effectively.


Formula: Central issue → Viewpoint 1 → Viewpoint 2 → Additional perspective or compromise → Overall conclusion.


Traps: Reporting every comment, confusing speakers’ positions and inventing a consensus when none exists.


Vocabulary: employability, financial pressure, cultural exposure, allocate, innovation, compromise, academic development.


### 7\. Respond to a Situation — 3 practice tasks


Task 1: Unavailable equipment alternative


Situation: The laboratory equipment you booked is unavailable, and your experiment is scheduled for tomorrow.


Sample response: Hello, I understand that the equipment I booked is currently unavailable. Since my experiment is scheduled for tomorrow, could you please let me know whether a similar instrument is available in another laboratory? If not, I would appreciate help arranging the earliest possible alternative booking. I am happy to adjust my schedule if necessary, but I would be grateful if we could resolve this today.


Task 2: Transcript correction request


Situation: Your academic transcript contains an incorrect course grade.


Sample response: Hello, I recently reviewed my academic transcript and noticed that the grade recorded for one of my courses appears to be incorrect. Could you please check the result against the official course record? I can provide my student details and any supporting documents required. I would appreciate confirmation once the issue has been reviewed, as I need an accurate transcript for my application.


Task 3: Faulty electrical appliance


Situation: A newly purchased appliance stops working after two days.


Sample response: Hello, I purchased this appliance two days ago, but it has already stopped working. I have followed the instructions provided, so I would like to request an inspection or replacement under the applicable warranty. I can show you the receipt and product details. Could you please explain the next steps and let me know how long the process is likely to take?


Formula: Acknowledge situation → Explain concern → Make a clear request → Offer relevant details → Close politely.


Traps: Being too vague, sounding aggressive, omitting the desired action and failing to address the listener directly.


Vocabulary: alternative, transcript, supporting documents, warranty, replacement, inspection, resolve, confirmation.


### 8\. Summarize Written Text — 3 practice tasks


Task 1: Urban heat islands


Passage: Cities often experience higher temperatures than surrounding rural areas because concrete, asphalt and buildings absorb and retain heat. Limited vegetation reduces natural cooling, while vehicles and air-conditioning systems release additional heat. Urban planners can reduce this effect by planting trees, creating green roofs and using reflective building materials. These measures can improve outdoor comfort, reduce cooling demand and support public health during heatwaves.


Sample answer: Urban heat islands develop because buildings and paved surfaces retain heat, limited vegetation reduces cooling, and human activities generate additional warmth, while trees, green roofs and reflective materials can lower temperatures, reduce energy demand and protect public health.


Task 2: Preserving digital records


Passage: Digital records are increasingly important in government, education and business, but electronic files can become inaccessible when software, hardware or storage systems become obsolete. Long-term preservation requires regular backups, reliable metadata and migration to supported formats. Organisations must also protect sensitive information through access controls and security procedures. A structured preservation strategy helps maintain the authenticity, accessibility and usefulness of records over time.


Sample answer: Long-term digital preservation requires regular backups, reliable metadata, migration to supported formats and security controls because obsolete technologies can make files inaccessible, while structured preservation strategies help organisations maintain the authenticity, accessibility and usefulness of electronic records.


Task 3: Biodiversity in agriculture


Passage: Agricultural biodiversity includes different crop varieties, livestock breeds and organisms that support farming systems. Genetic diversity can help crops withstand pests, diseases and changing weather conditions. Diverse farming systems may also support pollinators and improve soil health. However, intensive farming and the widespread cultivation of a small number of varieties can reduce diversity. Conservation strategies include seed banks, crop rotation and the maintenance of traditional varieties.


Sample answer: Agricultural biodiversity strengthens farming resilience by providing genetic variation that can help crops withstand pests, disease and changing weather, supporting beneficial organisms and soil health, while seed banks, crop rotation and the preservation of traditional varieties help counteract diversity loss.


Formula: Main idea + key causes or benefits + important contrast or solution. Write one grammatically complete sentence within the task’s word limit.


Traps: Copying entire passages, including minor examples, writing multiple sentences when one is required, exceeding the word limit and producing sentence fragments.


Vocabulary: urban heat island, reflective materials, obsolete, metadata, preservation, authenticity, biodiversity, genetic diversity, resilience, conservation.


### 9\. Write Essay — 3 practice tasks


Task 1: Universities — research vs teaching


Question: Some people believe universities should prioritise research, while others think teaching should receive more attention. Discuss both views and give your opinion.


Model answer: Universities are expected to develop knowledge while preparing students for their future careers. Although research is essential for innovation, I believe teaching should receive priority, with sufficient funding reserved for research.


Research allows academics to investigate complex problems, develop new technologies and contribute to scientific progress. Universities that support research can also attract talented scholars and provide students with opportunities to participate in practical investigations. These benefits can strengthen both academic knowledge and economic development.


However, effective teaching directly influences the learning experience of every student. Qualified instructors, updated learning resources and accessible academic support help students understand difficult concepts and develop useful skills. For example, a university with well-equipped classrooms and regular feedback can help students identify weaknesses before important examinations.


In my view, neither function should be neglected, but teaching should form the foundation of university funding. Research is most valuable when universities also have the resources to educate students effectively.


Task 2: Packaging waste regulations


Question: Should governments introduce stricter regulations to reduce packaging waste?


Model answer: Packaging waste has become a significant environmental concern, particularly because many disposable materials are difficult to recycle. I support stricter regulations, provided businesses receive clear guidance and reasonable time to adapt.


First, regulations can encourage companies to reduce unnecessary packaging and use recyclable or reusable materials. Without clear standards, businesses may continue using cheap disposable products even when more sustainable alternatives are available. Consistent requirements can encourage manufacturers to redesign packaging and improve waste management.


Second, reducing packaging waste can benefit local communities by decreasing the volume of rubbish sent to landfills. For instance, retailers could offer refill systems or use simpler packaging for frequently purchased goods. Such changes may also help consumers make more environmentally responsible choices.


Nevertheless, strict rules could increase costs for smaller businesses, especially during the transition period. Governments should therefore provide practical guidance and phased implementation.


Overall, carefully designed regulations can reduce unnecessary waste while allowing businesses time to adopt more sustainable practices.


Task 3: Renting vs buying property


Question: Some people prefer renting a home, while others believe buying property is better. Discuss both views and give your opinion.


Model answer: Choosing between renting and buying property depends on financial circumstances, employment stability and long-term plans. While purchasing a home can provide security, I believe renting is often more practical for people who need flexibility.


Renting generally requires a smaller initial financial commitment than buying a property. Tenants can also move more easily when they change jobs or need to relocate. This flexibility is particularly valuable for young professionals who have not yet decided where they want to settle permanently.


On the other hand, purchasing property can provide long-term stability and the opportunity to build equity. Homeowners may also have greater control over renovations and the use of their living space. However, buying involves substantial upfront costs, ongoing maintenance and potential financial risks if property values decline.


In my opinion, renting is often the more suitable choice for people whose circumstances may change, whereas buying can be beneficial for those with stable finances and long-term plans. The best decision depends on individual needs rather than a universal rule.


Essay formula: Introduction and position → Body paragraph 1 with explanation/example → Body paragraph 2 with explanation/example → Conclusion.


Traps: Answering only part of the question, presenting one-sided arguments when both views are requested, repeating ideas, using memorised examples that do not fit and making unsupported claims.


Vocabulary: prioritise, innovation, academic support, regulation, sustainable alternatives, transition period, financial commitment, equity, long-term stability, flexibility.


READING — 5 QUESTION TYPES | PTE Winners


1\. Reading & Writing: Fill in the Blanks — 3 practice sets


Task 1: Enzymes in food production


Enzymes are widely used in food manufacturing because they can (1) ___ specific chemical reactions. In baking, certain enzymes improve dough handling and bread texture. In dairy production, enzymes help transform milk into products such as cheese. Their use can increase processing (2) ___ and improve product consistency. However, manufacturers must control temperature and acidity because these conditions influence enzyme (3) ___.


Options: facilitate / efficiency / activity / hesitation / shortage / interruption.


Answers: (1) facilitate; (2) efficiency; (3) activity.


Task 2: Copyright law and creative work


Copyright law provides creators with legal (1) ___ over the use of their original work. It can apply to books, music, films and digital content. Users may need permission before reproducing protected material, although certain exceptions exist. Understanding these rules helps organisations avoid unauthorised (2) ___ and respect the rights of content (3) ___.


Options: protection / reproduction / creators / temperature / machinery / rainfall.


Answers: (1) protection; (2) reproduction; (3) creators.


Task 3: Quality control in manufacturing


Quality control involves checking products against established standards. Manufacturers inspect materials and finished goods to identify (1) ___ before products reach customers. Regular testing helps reduce waste and improve (2) ___. Accurate records also allow companies to trace problems and implement corrective (3) ___.


Options: defects / consistency / measures / entertainment / migration / hesitation.


Answers: (1) defects; (2) consistency; (3) measures.


Strategy: Read the entire sentence → identify the grammatical category → predict meaning → test collocations → reread the completed passage.


Traps: Choosing a word based only on general meaning, ignoring singular/plural agreement, missing verb patterns and overlooking collocations such as take measures or product consistency.


Vocabulary: facilitate, efficiency, consistency, copyright, reproduction, authorised, defects, inspection, corrective measures, manufacturing standards.


### 2\. Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers — 3 practice sets


Task 1: Geothermal energy


Passage: Geothermal energy uses heat from beneath the Earth’s surface to produce electricity or provide heating. Its advantages include relatively low operational emissions and the possibility of continuous energy production. However, suitable sites are geographically limited, and drilling can require substantial initial investment. Poorly managed projects may also affect underground water systems.


Which TWO statements are supported?


A. Geothermal energy can provide continuous energy.


B. Every location is equally suitable for geothermal power.


C. Initial drilling can be expensive.


D. Geothermal systems never affect water resources.


Answers: A and C. The passage identifies continuous production as a benefit and drilling costs as a challenge.


Task 2: Medication errors in hospitals


Passage: Hospitals reduce medication errors through staff training, electronic prescribing, clear labelling and checks before medicines are administered. Electronic systems can flag certain drug interactions, but they cannot replace professional judgement. Staff shortages and poor communication may increase the risk of mistakes.


Which TWO statements are supported?


A. Electronic systems can identify some potential drug interactions.


B. Electronic prescribing eliminates every medication error.


C. Training and clear labelling can help reduce errors.


D. Communication has no effect on medication safety.


Answers: A and C.


Task 3: Managing freshwater aquifers


Passage: Freshwater aquifers supply drinking water and support agriculture in many regions. Excessive pumping can lower groundwater levels and, in coastal areas, allow saltwater to enter freshwater reserves. Monitoring extraction, improving irrigation efficiency and protecting recharge zones can support long-term water availability.


Which TWO measures are recommended?


A. Increase extraction without monitoring.


B. Improve irrigation efficiency.


C. Protect groundwater recharge zones.


D. Replace all surface water with groundwater.


Answers: B and C.


Strategy: Evaluate every option independently against the passage. Select all supported answers, not merely plausible ones.


Traps: Selecting an option that is partly true but includes an unsupported absolute; using outside knowledge instead of passage evidence.


Vocabulary: geothermal, operational emissions, drilling, interaction, prescribing, aquifer, extraction, recharge zone, irrigation efficiency.


### 3\. Re-order Paragraphs — 3 practice sets


Task 1: Developing a new pharmaceutical treatment


A. The treatment is then tested through carefully designed clinical trials to evaluate its safety and effectiveness.


B. Researchers first identify a biological target associated with a particular disease.


C. If the evidence supports its use, the treatment may undergo regulatory review before becoming available.


D. Scientists then develop and test potential compounds in laboratory studies.


Correct order: B → D → A → C.


Reason: Identify the target first, develop compounds, conduct clinical trials, then seek regulatory review.


Task 2: Testing a scientific hypothesis


A. The results are analysed to determine whether they support the proposed explanation.


B. Researchers formulate a hypothesis based on observations or existing evidence.


C. They design an experiment and collect relevant data.


D. Finally, they report their findings and consider further research.


Correct order: B → C → A → D.


Task 3: Producing commercial glass


A. The molten material is shaped into the required form.


B. Raw materials such as silica sand are measured and mixed.


C. The shaped glass is cooled under controlled conditions to reduce internal stress.


D. The mixture is heated in a furnace until it melts.


Correct order: B → D → A → C.


Strategy: Find the opening sentence → identify pronoun references → follow time and cause-and-effect signals → check whether the final sentence concludes the process.


Traps: Choosing a sentence that begins with this, these, they before its reference appears; confusing a later result with an earlier step.


Vocabulary: biological target, clinical trial, regulatory review, hypothesis, analyse, molten, controlled cooling, internal stress.


### 4\. Reading: Fill in the Blanks — 3 practice sets


Task 1: Human immune system


The immune system protects the body against pathogens. Some immune cells recognise foreign substances, while others produce antibodies that help target specific threats. Immunological memory can enable the body to respond more rapidly to certain pathogens during later (1) ___. Vaccination uses this principle to prepare the immune system without requiring a person to experience the full disease.


Options: exposures / furniture / rainfall / machinery.


Answer: exposures.


Task 2: Acoustic insulation


Acoustic insulation reduces the transmission of sound between spaces. Its effectiveness depends on factors such as material density, thickness and the way a building is constructed. Sealing gaps can also improve performance because sound may travel through openings even when walls are well insulated.


Options: transmission / cultivation / digestion / taxation.


Answer: transmission.


Task 3: Peer review in scientific publishing


Peer review allows specialists to evaluate a research paper before publication. Reviewers assess the quality of the methods, the strength of the evidence and whether the conclusions are justified. Although peer review can identify weaknesses, it does not guarantee that every published finding is correct.


Options: methods / conclusions / weaknesses / all of the above.


Answer: All of the above are supported by the passage; this question tests comprehension rather than a single blank. For an actual blank, use the exact word required by the sentence.


Strategy: Read the whole passage and examine the grammar around each blank. Check meaning, word form and logical connection to the next sentence.


Traps: Choosing a technically related word that does not fit grammatically; assuming peer review guarantees correctness.


Vocabulary: pathogens, antibodies, immunological memory, transmission, insulation, peer review, evidence, justified, findings.


### 5\. Multiple Choice, Single Answer — 3 practice sets


Task 1: Insect resistance to pesticides


Passage: Repeated use of the same pesticide can favour insects that possess traits enabling them to survive exposure. These survivors reproduce, and resistance may become more common in later generations. Rotating control methods and integrating biological approaches can help slow the development of resistance.


What is the main point?


A. All insects are naturally resistant to pesticides.


B. Repeated use of one pesticide can encourage resistance.


C. Biological control is never effective.


D. Pesticides should be used more frequently.


Answer: B.


Task 2: Sleep deprivation and decision-making


Passage: Insufficient sleep can reduce attention and slow responses. Research also suggests that tired individuals may have difficulty evaluating risks and maintaining consistent judgement. The effects can be particularly concerning in occupations requiring sustained concentration.


What is the passage mainly explaining?


A. Why people need less sleep as they age


B. How insufficient sleep can impair judgement and attention


C. Why all occupations require identical sleep schedules


D. How exercise eliminates the need for sleep


Answer: B.


Task 3: Heat conduction in materials


Passage: Materials differ in how quickly they transfer heat. Metals generally conduct heat more readily than materials such as wood or foam, which are often used as insulators. The choice of material therefore depends on whether rapid heat transfer or thermal resistance is desired.


Why might wood or foam be chosen for a building?


A. They always conduct heat faster than metals.


B. They can reduce unwanted heat transfer.


C. They generate heat automatically.


D. They have identical properties to every metal.


Answer: B.


Strategy: Identify the central claim → eliminate options contradicted by the passage → reject absolute wording unsupported by the text.


Traps: Choosing a minor detail instead of the main point; confusing an example with the author’s conclusion.


Vocabulary: resistance, exposure, integrated approach, deprivation, sustained concentration, conduction, insulation, thermal resistance.


Final Reading practice routine: Complete one task from each of the five question types. Review incorrect answers by identifying whether the mistake involved vocabulary, grammar, paragraph logic, main-idea recognition or unsupported assumptions.

### PTE Academic — Week 2 Listening Practice Pack

### 1\. Summarize Spoken Text — 3 practice tasks


Task 1: Coral reefs and ocean acidity


Script for a reader or text-to-speech: Coral reefs support diverse marine ecosystems and provide food and income for coastal communities. However, oceans absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, which changes seawater chemistry and reduces the carbonate ions corals need to build their skeletons. Rising ocean temperatures can also cause coral bleaching. Protecting reefs requires reducing emissions, controlling local pollution and managing coastal activities sustainably.


Model summary: Coral reefs support marine biodiversity and coastal livelihoods, but ocean acidification and rising temperatures threaten their survival by affecting skeleton formation and causing bleaching, making emissions reduction, pollution control and sustainable coastal management essential.


Task 2: Automation in manufacturing


Script: Automation is increasingly used in manufacturing to improve consistency, production speed and workplace safety. Machines can perform repetitive tasks with precision and reduce workers’ exposure to hazardous conditions. However, introducing automated systems requires substantial investment, employee training and regular maintenance. Businesses must also help workers develop skills that remain relevant as job requirements change.


Model summary: Automation can improve manufacturing efficiency, consistency and safety, but successful implementation requires investment, maintenance and employee training, alongside measures to help workers adapt to changing job requirements.


Task 3: Early childhood nutrition


Script: Adequate nutrition during early childhood supports physical growth, brain development and immune function. Children require balanced meals containing protein, vitamins, minerals and sufficient energy. Poor nutrition may affect concentration, development and resistance to illness. Families and schools can encourage healthy eating by offering varied foods and limiting excessive sugar.


Model summary: Early childhood nutrition supports physical growth, cognitive development and immunity, while poor dietary quality can affect learning and health, making balanced meals and healthy eating habits important for families and schools.


Strategy: Identify the main topic → note two or three key points → capture consequences or solutions → write one concise summary within the required word limit.


Traps: Adding personal opinions, copying disconnected phrases, missing the main idea and including too many minor details.


Vocabulary: ocean acidification, carbonate ions, coral bleaching, automation, hazardous conditions, immune function, cognitive development.


### 2\. Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers — 3 practice tasks


Task 1: Soil erosion prevention


Script: Soil erosion removes fertile topsoil and can reduce agricultural productivity. Farmers can reduce erosion by planting cover crops, maintaining vegetation near waterways and using contour farming on slopes. These methods slow water movement and help keep soil in place. Removing vegetation can increase erosion risk, particularly during heavy rainfall.


Question: Which TWO methods help prevent soil erosion?


A. Planting cover crops B. Removing vegetation from slopes C. Contour farming D. Increasing uncontrolled runoff


Answers: A and C. Cover crops protect the soil, while contour farming slows water movement down slopes.


Task 2: Measuring indoor air quality


Script: Indoor air quality is affected by ventilation, humidity, pollutants and activities inside a building. Monitoring carbon dioxide levels can help identify inadequate ventilation, although carbon dioxide alone does not measure every indoor pollutant. Regular ventilation, appropriate filtration and reducing pollutant sources can improve indoor conditions.


Question: Which TWO statements are supported?


A. Ventilation can influence indoor air quality. B. Carbon dioxide measures every indoor pollutant. C. Filtration can help improve indoor conditions. D. Indoor air quality is unrelated to building activities.


Answers: A and C.


Task 3: Reducing medication costs


Script: Healthcare organisations can reduce medicine expenditure by reviewing prescriptions, considering clinically suitable generic medicines and avoiding unnecessary duplication. However, treatment decisions must account for individual patient needs, effectiveness and safety. Cost reduction should not compromise the quality of care.


Question: Which TWO approaches are supported?


A. Review prescriptions regularly. B. Replace every medicine without consulting a clinician. C. Consider appropriate generic alternatives. D. Ignore individual patient requirements.


Answers: A and C.


Strategy: Evaluate every option independently. Select all answers supported by the recording, not just those that sound reasonable.


Traps: Choosing an option containing one correct detail and one false claim; missing qualifying words such as some, only, every and may.


Vocabulary: soil erosion, fertile topsoil, contour farming, ventilation, pollutants, filtration, medication expenditure, generic alternatives.


### 3\. Fill in the Blanks — 3 practice tasks


Task 1: Chemistry of corrosion


Script: Corrosion occurs when metals react with substances in their environment. Moisture and oxygen can accelerate the process, while protective coatings reduce direct exposure to corrosive agents. Regular inspection can identify early damage and prevent structural deterioration.


Complete the missing words:


Corrosion occurs when metals react with substances in their (1) ______. Moisture and oxygen can (2) ______ the process, while protective coatings reduce direct (3) ______ to corrosive agents.


Answers: (1) environment; (2) accelerate; (3) exposure.


Task 2: Digestive system and nutrients


Script: The digestive system breaks food into smaller substances that the body can absorb. Enzymes help digest carbohydrates, proteins and fats. Most nutrient absorption occurs in the small intestine, where specialised structures increase the available surface area.


Fill in the blanks:


Enzymes help (1) ______ carbohydrates, proteins and fats. Most nutrient (2) ______ occurs in the small intestine, where specialised structures increase the available (3) ______ area.


Answers: (1) digest; (2) absorption; (3) surface.


Task 3: Agricultural commodity prices


Script: Agricultural commodity prices fluctuate according to supply, demand, weather conditions and transportation costs. A poor harvest may reduce supply and increase prices, while a larger harvest may improve availability. Businesses use market information to plan purchasing and production.


Fill in the blanks:


Commodity prices (1) ______ according to supply, demand and weather. A poor harvest may reduce supply and (2) ______ prices, while businesses use market information to plan (3) ______.


Answers: (1) fluctuate; (2) increase; (3) purchasing.


Strategy: Predict the missing word’s grammatical form, listen for exact wording and check the sentence after completing it.


Traps: Missing plural endings, confusing similar-sounding words, and writing a synonym instead of the word spoken.


Vocabulary: corrosion, protective coating, exposure, digestive system, enzymes, absorption, commodity, fluctuate, purchasing.


### 4\. Highlight Correct Summary — 3 practice tasks


Task 1: Drones in wildlife surveys


Script: Drones allow researchers to survey wildlife in locations that are difficult to access on foot. Cameras and sensors can collect information about animal populations and habitat conditions. However, drones must be operated carefully because noise and close approaches may disturb some species. Researchers must also check the accuracy of the collected data.


Choose the best summary.


A. Drones have made all traditional wildlife surveys unnecessary and can be used without restrictions.


B. Drones help researchers collect wildlife and habitat data in difficult locations, but careful operation is needed to minimise disturbance and maintain data quality.


C. Wildlife surveys only count animals and cannot examine habitat conditions.


D. Researchers should avoid checking data collected by drones.


Answer: B.


Task 2: Vaccines and immune response


Script: Vaccines prepare the immune system to recognise particular pathogens. Depending on the vaccine, the immune system may produce antibodies and memory cells that help it respond more quickly during later exposure. The level and duration of protection can vary by vaccine and disease.


A. Vaccines help the immune system recognise certain pathogens, although the degree of protection can vary.


B. Vaccines guarantee that no vaccinated person will ever become infected.


C. Vaccines work only by directly destroying every pathogen.


D. The immune system cannot develop memory after vaccination.


Answer: A.


Task 3: Economics of public housing


Script: Public housing programmes aim to improve access to affordable accommodation for eligible households. Their success depends on factors including funding, construction costs, location and long-term maintenance. Well-planned housing can support community stability, but inadequate investment or poor management may reduce its effectiveness.


A. Public housing always eliminates housing shortages regardless of funding.


B. Public housing can improve access to affordable accommodation, but its effectiveness depends on planning, funding and maintenance.


C. Public housing has no connection to community stability.


D. Construction costs are the only factor affecting public housing programmes.


Answer: B.


Strategy: Identify the main idea and its important qualification. Choose the summary that covers the central message without exaggerating or adding unsupported information.


Traps: Selecting an option with one correct fact but an incorrect overall conclusion; overlooking words that express limitations.


Vocabulary: wildlife survey, habitat conditions, pathogens, antibodies, affordable accommodation, funding, long-term maintenance.


### 5\. Multiple Choice, Single Answer — 3 practice tasks


Task 1: Forensic laboratories


Script: Forensic laboratories examine evidence collected during investigations. Their procedures must minimise contamination and preserve sample integrity. Although laboratory findings can assist investigators, conclusions should account for the limitations of testing methods and be interpreted alongside other relevant evidence.


What is the main point?


A. Laboratory evidence should always be treated as conclusive. B. Forensic analysis requires reliable procedures and careful interpretation. C. Investigators do not need evidence from other sources. D. Contamination improves laboratory accuracy.


Answer: B.


Task 2: Exercise and cognitive performance


Script: Regular physical activity supports cardiovascular health and may benefit mood, attention and certain cognitive functions. The effects vary according to activity type, duration, intensity and individual health. Exercise is useful as part of a healthy lifestyle but should not be regarded as a universal substitute for medical treatment.


What is the speaker mainly explaining?


A. Exercise has no relationship with cognitive function. B. Exercise can provide physical and cognitive benefits, but its effects vary. C. Exercise can replace all medical treatment. D. Only intense exercise provides health benefits.


Answer: B.


Task 3: Insurance and financial risk


Script: Insurance allows individuals and businesses to transfer certain financial risks to an insurer in exchange for a premium. Policies differ in their coverage, exclusions, deductibles and claim requirements. Customers should review these conditions carefully because a policy may not cover every loss.


What should customers do before selecting a policy?


A. Assume all policies offer identical coverage. B. Ignore exclusions and deductibles. C. Review the coverage and policy conditions. D. Choose a policy without considering their needs.


Answer: C.


Strategy: Listen for the central claim, distinguish it from examples and eliminate options that contradict the recording.


Traps: Choosing a minor detail rather than the main point; selecting extreme claims such as always, every or never without supporting evidence.


Vocabulary: forensic evidence, contamination, sample integrity, cardiovascular health, cognitive function, premium, exclusions, deductible.


### 6\. Select Missing Word — 3 practice tasks


Task 1: Storage of biological samples


Script: Biological samples must be stored under suitable conditions to preserve their quality. Temperature, humidity and storage duration can influence how quickly samples change. Laboratories monitor these conditions and maintain accurate records to protect sample ______.


Options: integrity / decoration / distance / competition.


Answer: integrity.


Task 2: Robotics in surgical procedures


Script: Robotic systems can help surgeons perform certain procedures with enhanced precision and control. However, the technology requires specialised training, careful planning and appropriate patient selection. It is designed to support clinical teams rather than completely replace professional ______.


Options: judgement / rainfall / furniture / packaging.


Answer: judgement.


Task 3: Statistics in public policy


Script: Governments use statistical evidence to evaluate public needs and compare policy outcomes. Reliable data can reveal patterns and help officials allocate resources. However, incomplete data or biased sampling can lead to misleading ______.


Options: conclusions / temperatures / materials / entrances.


Answer: conclusions.


Strategy: Listen to the complete passage, identify the final idea and select the word that best completes its meaning.


Traps: Choosing a word based only on topic familiarity; ignoring the relationship between the last two sentences.


Vocabulary: sample integrity, humidity, surgical precision, clinical judgement, statistical evidence, biased sampling, allocate resources.


### 7\. Highlight Incorrect Words — 3 practice tasks


Read each written passage while following its spoken version. Identify the words that differ.


Task 1: Fertilisers and plant growth


Written passage: “Balanced fertilisers provide essential nutrients that support healthy plant growth. The appropriate amount depends on soil conditions, crop type and the stage of development.”


Spoken version: “Balanced fertilisers provide unnecessary nutrients that support healthy plant growth. The appropriate amount depends on soil conditions, crop type and the stage of development.”


Incorrect word: unnecessary → essential.


Task 2: Shipping insurance


Written passage: “Shipping insurance can protect businesses against certain losses during transportation. The policy conditions specify which risks are covered and how claims must be submitted.”


Spoken version: “Shipping insurance can protect businesses against certain losses during transportation. The policy conditions specify which risks are excluded and how claims must be submitted.”


Incorrect word: excluded → covered.


Task 3: Sedimentary rock formation


Written passage: “Sedimentary rocks often form when layers of sediment accumulate and become compacted over time. Minerals may bind the particles together during a process known as cementation.”


Spoken version: “Sedimentary rocks often form when layers of sediment accumulate and become separated over time. Minerals may bind the particles together during a process known as cementation.”


Incorrect word: separated → compacted.


Strategy: Follow the written text as the audio plays and compare each spoken word carefully.


Traps: Selecting words that match the passage, missing small differences and relying on memory instead of checking the text.


Vocabulary: essential nutrients, soil conditions, shipping insurance, transportation, sediment, compacted, cementation.


### 8\. Write from Dictation — 5 practice sentences


* Accurate measurements are essential for reliable scientific research.


* Financial records should be reviewed regularly to identify errors.


* Employees must understand safety procedures before operating industrial machinery.


* Researchers should document their findings and explain any limitations.


* Changes in soil composition can influence agricultural productivity.


Strategy: Listen for the full sentence structure, write the words in order, then check spelling, articles, prepositions, verb endings and plural forms.


Traps: Missing small words such as the, a, of and to; substituting synonyms; omitting word endings; confusing singular and plural forms.


Vocabulary: accurate measurements, financial records, safety procedures, document findings, limitations, soil composition, agricultural productivity.


### FINAL PTE ACADEMIC LISTENING VOCABULARY


Science and research: hypothesis, evidence, validity, laboratory procedure, observation, findings, methodology, contamination, precision, reliability.


Environment and agriculture: biodiversity, conservation, emissions, soil erosion, aquifer, crop yield, sustainability, wetland, sediment, resilience.


Health and medicine: immune response, antibodies, clinical trial, prescription, diagnosis, nutrition, cognitive function, pathogen, treatment, prevention.


Business and finance: consumer demand, financial risk, premium, reimbursement, commodity, operational costs, efficiency, quality control, compliance, investment.


Technology and manufacturing: automation, robotics, sensors, insulation, corrosion, material properties, equipment maintenance, digital records, data security, product certification.


Useful linking phrases for summaries: as a result; in contrast; consequently; furthermore; this suggests that; one important implication is; despite these benefits; overall, the evidence indicates.


Practice routine: Complete one task from each of the eight Listening question types daily. Review errors by category—content, spelling, grammar, listening accuracy and task format. 


### PTE Core — Week 2 Practice Pack

### SPEAKING & WRITING — 7 QUESTION TYPES


### 1\. Read Aloud — 3 practice passages


Passage 1: Public auctions


Public auctions allow buyers to compete for goods by submitting increasingly higher bids. The final price depends on demand, the number of interested buyers and the value they assign to an item. Clear auction rules help ensure that the process remains transparent and fair.


Passage 2: Nutrition and bone strength


Healthy bones require sufficient calcium, vitamin D and other nutrients. Regular physical activity can also help maintain bone strength as people age. A balanced diet and appropriate lifestyle choices are important for reducing the risk of certain bone-related conditions.


Passage 3: Emergency services


Emergency services coordinate their response to accidents, fires and medical incidents. Effective communication helps dispatchers identify the location of an emergency and send suitable personnel. Accurate information can reduce delays and improve coordination between responding teams.


Strategy: Read in meaningful phrases, maintain steady pacing, pronounce word endings clearly and avoid unnecessary pauses.


Traps: Rushing technical words, dropping plural endings, restarting repeatedly and pausing between words that belong together.


Vocabulary: auction, bidding, transparent, calcium, bone strength, physical activity, dispatchers, coordination, emergency response.


### 2\. Repeat Sentence — 3 practice sentences


* Medical appointments may need to be rescheduled when specialists are unavailable.


* Customers should inspect delivered items and report missing components as soon as possible.


* Professional licence applications must include the required documents and accurate personal information.


Strategy: Listen for meaning and word groups, then repeat the sentence immediately. Preserve the original word order and grammatical endings.


Traps: Replacing unfamiliar words, changing the sentence structure, adding words and forgetting the final phrase.


Vocabulary: reschedule, specialist, delivered items, components, licence application, documentation.


### 3\. Describe Image — 3 practice tasks


Task 1: Bar chart — Rental costs


Practice data: Average monthly rent: City A $1,200; City B $1,450; City C $1,650; City D $1,900.


Sample response: The bar chart compares average monthly rental costs in four cities. City D records the highest rent at $1,900, followed by City C at $1,650. City A has the lowest figure, at $1,200. Overall, rental costs increase across the four locations, with a difference of $700 between the highest and lowest values.


Task 2: Line graph — Monthly rainfall


Practice data: January 65 mm; February 50 mm; March 70 mm; April 95 mm; May 120 mm.


Sample response: The line graph illustrates monthly rainfall from January to May. Rainfall decreases from 65 millimetres in January to 50 millimetres in February before increasing steadily. It reaches 95 millimetres in April and peaks at 120 millimetres in May. Overall, the data show an upward trend after February.


Task 3: Process — Cooking oil to biodiesel


Stages: Used cooking oil collection → filtering → chemical processing → separation → purification → biodiesel storage.


Sample response: The diagram shows how used cooking oil is converted into biodiesel. First, the oil is collected and filtered to remove impurities. It then undergoes chemical processing, after which the mixture is separated. The biodiesel is subsequently purified and transferred to storage. Overall, the process transforms waste cooking oil into a usable fuel.


Strategy: Identify the image type → introduce the subject → describe key figures or stages → compare major features → conclude with the overall pattern.


Traps: Inventing causes, listing every number, confusing units and describing a process out of sequence.


Vocabulary: rental costs, average, peak, upward trend, filtering, impurities, separation, purification, biodiesel.


### 4\. Respond to a Situation — 3 practice tasks


Task 1: Prescription price difference


Situation: The pharmacy charges more than the price you were quoted.


Sample response: Hello, I have noticed that the price charged for my prescription is higher than the amount I was quoted earlier. Could you please check whether the correct price and any applicable discounts have been applied? I would appreciate an explanation of the difference before I complete the purchase. I can provide the original quotation if needed.


Task 2: Missing delivery items


Situation: Your online order arrived, but one item is missing.


Sample response: Hello, I received my order today, but one of the items listed on the invoice was missing from the package. Could you please check the order details and arrange delivery of the missing item? I can provide photographs of the package and a copy of the invoice. Please let me know when I can expect the remaining item.


Task 3: Duplicate charge


Situation: A service provider has charged you twice for the same bill.


Sample response: Hello, I am contacting you because my account appears to have been charged twice for the same bill. Could you please review the payment records and confirm whether a duplicate transaction occurred? If the second payment was processed incorrectly, I would appreciate a refund. I can provide the transaction references to help resolve the issue.


Formula: Explain the situation → State the problem → Make a clear request → Offer supporting details → Close politely.


Traps: Being vague, sounding confrontational, failing to state the desired resolution and omitting important details.


Vocabulary: quoted price, applicable discount, invoice, transaction, duplicate charge, refund, payment records.


### 5\. Answer Short Question — 5 practice questions


* What tool is commonly used to tighten a screw? — A screwdriver.


* What instrument measures temperature? — A thermometer.


* What document shows the items purchased and the amount paid? — A receipt.


* What is the term for money paid regularly to protect against specified financial risks? — An insurance premium.


* What unit is commonly used to measure the distance between two cities? — A kilometre.


Strategy: Identify the information requested and answer concisely, usually with one word or a short phrase.


Traps: Giving a long explanation, answering a related question instead and confusing tools, units or documents.


Vocabulary: screwdriver, thermometer, receipt, insurance premium, kilometre.


### 6\. Summarize Written Text — 3 practice tasks


Task 1: Consumer protection laws


Passage: Consumer protection laws help ensure that products and services meet basic standards and that customers receive accurate information. Such laws may require businesses to disclose important terms, honour warranties and address certain complaints. Effective enforcement can discourage misleading practices, although consumers should also read contracts carefully and retain proof of purchase.


Model summary: Consumer protection laws promote fair business practices by requiring accurate information, warranty compliance and appropriate complaint handling, while effective enforcement and informed consumer behaviour help reduce misleading practices.


Task 2: Telemedicine for routine consultations


Passage: Telemedicine allows patients to consult healthcare professionals through video calls or other digital systems. It can reduce travel time and improve access for people in remote areas. However, it may not be suitable for every condition, particularly when physical examinations or urgent treatment are necessary. Privacy, reliable connectivity and appropriate clinical judgement remain important considerations.


Model summary: Telemedicine can improve access to routine healthcare and reduce travel, particularly for remote patients, but its suitability depends on clinical needs, privacy protection, connectivity and whether physical examination or urgent treatment is required.


Task 3: Vocational training for career changes


Passage: Vocational training provides practical skills for specific occupations and can help workers move into new industries. Short courses and industry certifications may make training more accessible to adults who cannot leave their jobs. However, successful career transitions also depend on employer demand, transferable skills and opportunities to gain practical experience.


Model summary: Vocational training can help workers change careers by providing practical occupational skills through accessible courses and certifications, although successful transitions also depend on employer demand, transferable abilities and practical experience.


Formula: Main idea + key benefits or challenges + important qualification or conclusion. Use one grammatically complete sentence within the required word limit.


Traps: Copying the passage word for word, adding personal opinions, including minor details and exceeding the word limit.


Vocabulary: disclosure, warranty, enforcement, telemedicine, clinical judgement, vocational training, transferable skills, certification.


### 7\. Write Email — 3 practice tasks


Task 1: Semi-formal enquiry to a training provider


Prompt: You are interested in a short professional course. Ask about the schedule, fees and entry requirements.


Model response


Dear Training Coordinator,


I am writing to enquire about the professional training course advertised on your website. I am interested in enrolling and would appreciate some additional information before making a decision.


Could you please confirm the course schedule, including the starting date and the number of classes each week? I would also like to know the total fee and whether any additional charges apply for learning materials or examinations.


In addition, please let me know the entry requirements and whether previous experience is necessary. If an online option is available, I would be grateful for details about that as well.


Thank you for your assistance. I look forward to hearing from you.


Kind regards,

[Your Name]


Task 2: Informal invitation to a food festival


Prompt: Invite a friend to attend a local food festival with you.


Model response


Hi Sam,


How have you been? I heard about a food festival taking place in our area this weekend, and I thought it would be fun if we went together.


There will be food stalls offering dishes from different regions, along with some cooking demonstrations. We could explore the stalls, try a few new dishes and spend the afternoon catching up.


The festival runs on Saturday from noon until evening, so we can choose a convenient time to meet. Let me know if you are free, and we can decide where to meet before heading there.


Hope you can make it!


Best,

[Your Name]


Task 3: Formal complaint to a utility company


Prompt: Your electricity bill is much higher than expected. Write to the utility company, explain the problem and request a review.


Model response


Dear Customer Service Manager,


I am writing to request a review of my latest electricity bill, which is considerably higher than my usual monthly charges.


Although my household usage has not changed significantly, the bill indicates a substantial increase in consumption. I am concerned that the meter reading or billing calculation may be incorrect.


I would appreciate it if your team could verify the meter reading and review the charges applied to my account. If an error is identified, please issue a corrected bill and advise me of any adjustment to the amount payable.


My account details and a copy of the bill can be provided for reference. I would be grateful for a written response once the investigation has been completed.


Yours faithfully,

[Your Name]


Email strategy: Identify the recipient and purpose → answer every part of the prompt → use the correct tone → organise information into paragraphs → close with a clear next step.


Traps: Using informal language in a formal complaint, forgetting a requested detail, being aggressive, and failing to specify the action required.


Vocabulary: enrol, entry requirements, additional charges, demonstration, consumption, meter reading, billing calculation, corrected bill, investigation.


### READING — 5 QUESTION TYPES


### 1\. Reading & Writing: Fill in the Blanks — 3 practice sets


Task 1: Consumer credit scores


Credit scores help lenders evaluate the financial reliability of potential borrowers. Payment history, outstanding debt and the length of credit history may influence a score. Making payments on time and maintaining manageable debt can improve credit (1) ___ over time.


Options: standing / rainfall / insulation / harvest.


Answer: standing.


Task 2: Insulation and energy efficiency


Building insulation reduces the transfer of heat between indoor and outdoor environments. Proper insulation can improve energy efficiency by reducing the need for heating and cooling. Sealing air leaks also helps maintain a comfortable indoor (2) ___.


Options: temperature / transaction / warranty / shipment.


Answer: temperature.


Task 3: Product returns and exchanges


Retailers generally establish return policies that explain the conditions under which products may be returned or exchanged. Customers may need proof of purchase, and some products must remain unused or in their original packaging. Reviewing these conditions before buying can help prevent (3) ___.


Options: misunderstandings / irrigation / evaporation / circulation.


Answer: misunderstandings.


Strategy: Read the complete sentence → predict the missing word’s meaning and grammar → check collocations → reread the completed passage.


Traps: Choosing a related but unsuitable word, ignoring singular/plural agreement and overlooking natural combinations such as credit standing and energy efficiency.


Vocabulary: credit score, outstanding debt, payment history, insulation, energy efficiency, return policy, proof of purchase, original packaging.


### 2\. Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers — 3 practice sets


Task 1: Online product reviews


Passage: Online reviews can help customers compare products and identify recurring problems. However, reviews may be incomplete, outdated or influenced by commercial interests. Reading a range of reviews and checking product specifications can provide a more balanced basis for decisions.


Choose TWO supported statements.


A. Reviews can help customers compare products. B. Every online review is accurate. C. Product specifications can help customers evaluate claims. D. Reviews make further research unnecessary.


Answers: A and C.


Task 2: Preventing food contamination


Passage: Food contamination can occur when raw and cooked foods come into contact, equipment is inadequately cleaned or food is stored at unsafe temperatures. Proper handwashing, separate preparation areas and suitable refrigeration help reduce these risks.


Choose TWO measures that help prevent contamination.


A. Store food at unsafe temperatures. B. Clean equipment properly. C. Use separate preparation areas where appropriate. D. Mix raw and cooked foods.


Answers: B and C.


Task 3: Challenges for small businesses


Passage: Small businesses may struggle with rising operating costs, limited access to finance and competition from larger companies. Careful budgeting, customer service and targeted marketing can help them remain competitive, although success also depends on market conditions and demand.


Choose TWO statements supported by the passage.


A. All small businesses receive unlimited financing. B. Budgeting can help businesses manage costs. C. Customer service may support competitiveness. D. Market conditions have no influence on business success.


Answers: B and C.


Strategy: Assess every option separately. Select only the statements supported by the passage.


Traps: Choosing an option because it sounds sensible rather than being supported; overlooking absolute terms such as all, never and unlimited.


Vocabulary: product specifications, commercial interests, contamination, refrigeration, operating costs, targeted marketing, competitiveness.


### 3\. Re-order Paragraphs — 3 practice sets


Task 1: Processing a customer refund


A. Once the refund is approved, the payment is returned through the original payment method or another agreed method. B. The customer first submits a refund request with the relevant purchase details. C. The company checks the request against its return policy and supporting evidence. D. The customer is then notified of the decision and any additional steps required.


Correct order: B → C → D → A.


Task 2: Investigating a workplace accident


A. Investigators analyse the collected evidence to identify contributing factors. B. The accident is reported and the affected area is made safe. C. Corrective measures are introduced to reduce the likelihood of recurrence. D. Relevant evidence and witness statements are collected.


Correct order: B → D → A → C.


Task 3: Preparing and distributing a local newspaper


A. The completed newspaper is printed in the required quantity. B. Editors collect stories, verify facts and prepare the articles. C. The printed copies are sorted and delivered to distribution points. D. The page layout is finalised after the articles and photographs are selected.


Correct order: B → D → A → C.


Strategy: Identify the opening sentence → follow chronological or logical sequence → track references such as the request, the evidence, the completed newspaper → check the ending.


Traps: Starting with a sentence that depends on previous information, confusing analysis with evidence collection and placing the result before the process.


Vocabulary: refund request, return policy, witness statement, contributing factors, corrective measures, distribution point, layout.


### 4\. Reading: Fill in the Blanks — 3 practice sets


Task 1: Refrigeration and food safety


Refrigeration slows the growth of many microorganisms that can spoil food or cause illness. However, refrigeration does not eliminate every pathogen. Food should therefore be stored at suitable temperatures, handled hygienically and consumed within appropriate (1) ___.


Options: time limits / construction sites / interest rates / traffic signals.


Answer: time limits.


Task 2: Ergonomic furniture and physical strain


Ergonomic furniture is designed to support comfortable posture and reduce unnecessary physical strain. Adjusting chair height, positioning a screen correctly and keeping frequently used items within reach may help reduce discomfort during prolonged (2) ___.


Options: work / fermentation / rainfall / bidding.


Answer: work.


Task 3: Online marketplaces and disputes


Online marketplaces connect buyers and sellers, but disagreements can arise over product quality, delivery or refunds. Clear product descriptions, secure payment systems and transparent dispute procedures can help build consumer confidence and resolve (3) ___.


Options: disputes / seedlings / insulation / evaporation.


Answer: disputes.


Strategy: Use context and grammar together. Identify the relationship between the missing word and the surrounding sentence.


Traps: Assuming refrigeration makes food completely safe, overlooking the sentence’s meaning and selecting a word that does not fit the grammatical structure.


Vocabulary: microorganisms, pathogen, hygienically, ergonomic, physical strain, posture, marketplace, transparent, dispute resolution.


### 5\. Multiple Choice, Single Answer — 3 practice sets


Task 1: Vehicle maintenance and fuel efficiency


Passage: Regular vehicle maintenance can improve reliability and help maintain fuel efficiency. Correct tyre pressure, timely oil changes and properly maintained engine components can reduce unnecessary fuel consumption. Neglecting maintenance may increase operating costs and contribute to avoidable mechanical problems.

What is the main point?

A. Vehicle maintenance is unnecessary for modern cars.

B. Routine maintenance can support efficiency and reliability.

C. Tyre pressure has no relationship to vehicle performance.

D. All mechanical problems can be avoided completely.

Answer: B.

Task 2: Product safety certification

Passage: Product safety certification indicates that a product has been assessed against specified requirements. The exact scope of certification depends on the applicable standards and assessment process. Consumers should still follow the product instructions and check whether the certification is relevant to the product they intend to purchase.

What should consumers do?

A. Assume certification guarantees every possible safety outcome.

B. Ignore product instructions after certification.

C. Check the relevance of certification and follow instructions.

D. Treat all certification schemes as identical.

Answer: C.

Task 3: Dental hygiene and oral health

Passage: Brushing twice daily with fluoride toothpaste, cleaning between teeth and attending regular dental check-ups can help prevent tooth decay and gum disease. Diet also matters because frequent consumption of sugary foods and drinks can increase the risk of dental problems.

Which statement best reflects the passage?

A. Oral health depends only on dental visits.

B. Daily hygiene and dietary choices both contribute to oral health.

C. Fluoride toothpaste causes tooth decay.

D. Sugary drinks have no effect on teeth.

Answer: B.

Strategy: Find the central idea, eliminate contradictions and avoid options that exaggerate the passage’s claims.

Vocabulary: fuel efficiency, tyre pressure, mechanical components, certification, applicable standards, fluoride, tooth decay, gum disease.

### PTE Core — Week 2 Listening Practice Pack


 1\. Summarize Spoken Text — 3 practice tasks


Task 1: Port operations and cargo movement


Script for a reader or text-to-speech: Ports coordinate the arrival, storage and movement of cargo between ships, trucks and rail networks. Efficient operations depend on accurate scheduling, suitable equipment and communication among shipping companies, customs authorities and terminal staff. Delays can occur when documentation is incomplete or equipment is unavailable. Digital tracking systems can improve visibility and help operators respond to disruptions.


Model summary: Port operations rely on coordinated scheduling, equipment and communication to move cargo efficiently between transport networks, while incomplete documentation and equipment shortages can cause delays that digital tracking systems may help reduce.


Task 2: Occupational therapy and independent living


Script: Occupational therapy helps people develop or regain skills needed for everyday activities. Therapists may recommend changes to the home environment, adaptive equipment or exercises that improve practical abilities. The approach is tailored to individual needs and can support independence after illness, injury or changes associated with ageing. Progress is assessed regularly so that treatment goals can be adjusted.


Model summary: Occupational therapy supports independence in daily activities through personalised exercises, adaptive equipment and environmental changes, with regular assessments used to monitor progress and adjust goals following illness, injury or ageing.


Task 3: Consumer demand and food prices


Script: Food prices are influenced by production costs, weather conditions, transport expenses and consumer demand. Poor harvests can restrict supply, while higher fuel costs may increase distribution expenses. Retail prices can also change as consumer preferences shift. Monitoring these factors helps producers and retailers plan purchasing, storage and pricing decisions.


Model summary: Food prices reflect production costs, weather, transport expenses, supply and consumer demand, so monitoring these factors helps producers and retailers plan purchasing, storage and pricing decisions.


Strategy: Identify the main topic → note two or three key points → capture consequences or solutions → write a concise summary within the required word limit.


Traps: Including minor examples while missing the main message, adding personal opinions and exceeding the word limit.


Vocabulary: cargo movement, terminal, documentation, digital tracking, occupational therapy, adaptive equipment, consumer demand, distribution expenses.


### 2\. Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers — 3 practice tasks


Task 1: Reducing workplace injuries


Script: Workplace injuries can be reduced through proper training, regular equipment inspections and the use of appropriate protective equipment. Employers should also encourage workers to report hazards promptly. Although safety procedures reduce risks, they cannot eliminate every possible accident.


Question: Which TWO measures help reduce workplace injuries?


A. Regular equipment inspections B. Ignoring minor hazards C. Appropriate protective equipment D. Removing all safety training


Answers: A and C.


Task 2: Online banking advantages


Script: Online banking allows customers to transfer money, check balances and pay bills without visiting a branch. These services can save time and provide access outside normal business hours. However, customers need secure passwords and must remain alert to fraudulent messages.


Question: Which TWO statements are supported?


A. Online banking can save customers time. B. Online banking eliminates all financial fraud. C. Customers can access certain services outside normal business hours. D. Customers must visit a branch for every payment.


Answers: A and C.


Task 3: Preventing food spoilage


Script: Food businesses can reduce spoilage by maintaining suitable storage temperatures, monitoring expiry dates and following hygienic handling procedures. Stock rotation helps ensure that older products are used first. These practices can reduce waste while supporting food safety.


Question: Which TWO practices are recommended?


A. Ignoring expiry dates B. Maintaining suitable storage temperatures C. Rotating stock appropriately D. Storing all food at room temperature


Answers: B and C.


Strategy: Evaluate every option separately against the recording. Select all supported answers.


Traps: Selecting an option that contains a partly correct statement but adds an unsupported claim; overlooking words such as all, never and only.


Vocabulary: workplace hazards, protective equipment, fraudulent messages, stock rotation, food spoilage, hygienic handling.


### 3\. Fill in the Blanks — 3 practice tasks


Task 1: Inspecting commercial buildings


Script: Regular inspections help identify structural damage, electrical faults and problems with ventilation. Building managers should document defects and arrange repairs according to their severity. Preventative maintenance can improve safety and reduce unexpected repair costs.


Complete the passage:


Regular inspections help identify structural (1) ______, electrical faults and problems with ventilation. Building managers should document (2) ______ and arrange repairs according to their severity. Preventative maintenance can improve safety and reduce unexpected repair (3) ______.


Answers: (1) damage; (2) defects; (3) costs.


Task 2: Water treatment processes


Script: Water treatment removes unwanted substances through processes such as filtration, sedimentation and disinfection. Each stage targets different contaminants. Regular testing helps ensure that treated water meets required quality standards.


Fill in the blanks:


Water treatment removes unwanted (1) ______ through processes such as filtration and disinfection. Each stage targets different (2) ______. Regular testing ensures that treated water meets quality (3) ______.


Answers: (1) substances; (2) contaminants; (3) standards.


Task 3: Seasonal demand forecasting


Script: Businesses use historical sales figures, weather patterns and market trends to forecast seasonal demand. Accurate forecasts help companies plan inventory and staffing levels. This can reduce shortages during busy periods and limit excess stock when demand falls.


Fill in the blanks:


Businesses use historical sales figures and market (1) ______ to forecast seasonal demand. Accurate forecasts help companies plan inventory and (2) ______ levels. This can reduce shortages and limit excess (3) ______.


Answers: (1) trends; (2) staffing; (3) stock.


Strategy: Predict the missing word’s grammatical form → listen for the exact word → check spelling and reread the completed sentence.


Traps: Missing plural endings, writing a synonym instead of the spoken word and confusing similar-sounding words.


Vocabulary: structural damage, defects, ventilation, filtration, sedimentation, contaminants, forecast, inventory, staffing.


### 4\. Multiple Choice, Single Answer — 3 practice tasks


Task 1: Product recalls


Script: A product recall may be issued when an item presents a safety risk or fails to meet required standards. Manufacturers may ask customers to stop using the product and arrange a repair, replacement or refund. Customers should follow the official recall instructions.


What should customers do when a relevant recall is announced?


A. Continue using the product without checking the notice. B. Follow the official recall instructions. C. Sell the product without informing the buyer. D. Assume every recall is optional.


Answer: B.


Task 2: Managing delivery delays


Script: Delivery delays can occur because of severe weather, traffic congestion, inventory shortages or incorrect addresses. Businesses can reduce uncertainty by providing accurate tracking information and informing customers when delivery dates change. Clear communication helps customers make alternative arrangements.


What is the main benefit of informing customers about delays?


A. It guarantees that every delivery arrives early. B. It helps customers understand the situation and plan accordingly. C. It eliminates every transport problem. D. It removes the need for tracking information.


Answer: B.


Task 3: Accessible public buildings


Script: Accessible public buildings accommodate people with different mobility and sensory needs. Features such as ramps, lifts, clear signs and accessible washrooms can make facilities easier to use. Effective design considers the needs of different visitors rather than focusing on one group alone.


What is the main purpose of accessibility features?


A. To restrict access to certain visitors B. To make public facilities easier for diverse users to access C. To replace all signs with written notices D. To make every building identical


Answer: B.


Strategy: Identify the central message, distinguish it from supporting details and eliminate options contradicted by the recording.


Traps: Choosing an attractive but unsupported option; confusing a possible outcome with a guaranteed result.


Vocabulary: product recall, safety risk, tracking information, traffic congestion, alternative arrangements, accessibility, mobility, sensory needs.


### 5\. Select Missing Word — 3 practice tasks


Task 1: Cashless payment systems


Script: Cashless payment systems allow customers to pay through cards, mobile devices and digital wallets. They can make transactions faster and reduce the need to carry physical cash. However, secure accounts and reliable systems are essential for protecting financial ______.


Options: information / furniture / rainfall / vegetation.


Answer: information.


Task 2: Biodegradable packaging


Script: Biodegradable packaging is designed to break down under suitable environmental conditions. The speed of decomposition depends on the material and the disposal environment. Appropriate waste management is important if the packaging is to deliver its intended environmental ______.


Options: benefits / salaries / appointments / distances.


Answer: benefits.


Task 3: Managing customer complaints


Script: Businesses that handle customer complaints promptly can identify recurring problems and improve their services. Staff should listen carefully, explain available options and provide a clear timeline for resolving the issue. A professional response can help restore customer ______.


Options: confidence / machinery / rainfall / distance.


Answer: confidence.


Strategy: Listen to the complete recording, predict the missing concept and select the option that completes the final idea logically.


Traps: Choosing a word based only on topic familiarity; ignoring the relationship between the last two sentences.


Vocabulary: cashless payment, digital wallet, decomposition, waste management, recurring problems, resolve, customer confidence.


### 6\. Highlight Incorrect Words — 3 practice tasks


Follow the written passage while reading the spoken version. Identify the words that differ.


Task 1: Refrigeration and food preservation


Written passage: “Refrigeration slows the growth of many microorganisms and helps preserve perishable foods. Maintaining suitable temperatures is important for food safety.”


Spoken version: “Refrigeration accelerates the growth of many microorganisms and helps preserve perishable foods. Maintaining suitable temperatures is important for food safety.”


Incorrect word: accelerates → slows.


Task 2: Household debt and interest rates


Written passage: “Higher interest rates can increase borrowing costs for households with variable-rate loans. This may reduce the disposable income available for other expenses.”


Spoken version: “Higher interest rates can decrease borrowing costs for households with variable-rate loans. This may reduce the disposable income available for other expenses.”


Incorrect word: decrease → increase.


Task 3: Workplace insurance claims


Written passage: “Employees should report workplace injuries promptly and provide accurate information when submitting an insurance claim. Complete documentation can help the insurer assess the case.”


Spoken version: “Employees should report workplace injuries promptly and provide inaccurate information when submitting an insurance claim. Complete documentation can help the insurer assess the case.”


Incorrect word: inaccurate → accurate.


Strategy: Track the written text as the recording plays and compare each spoken word with the corresponding written word.


Traps: Missing short words, selecting a word that actually matches and relying on memory rather than comparing the text.


Vocabulary: refrigeration, microorganisms, variable-rate loans, disposable income, insurance claim, documentation.


### 7\. Write from Dictation — 5 practice sentences


* Accurate financial records help businesses monitor payments and identify errors.


* Customers should review service agreement terms before signing a contract.


* Early identification of safety problems can prevent serious workplace incidents.


* Written instructions should be provided after the consultation.


* Changes to the delivery schedule should be communicated to customers promptly.


Strategy: Listen for the complete sentence structure → write the words in order → check spelling, articles, prepositions and grammatical endings.


Traps: Missing small words such as the, a, of and to; replacing a word with a synonym; omitting plural endings; changing word order.


Vocabulary: financial records, service agreement, contract terms, safety problems, workplace incidents, consultation, delivery schedule.


### FINAL PTE CORE LISTENING VOCABULARY


Business and finance: credit score, transaction, reimbursement, insurance premium, duplicate charge, financial risk, inventory, operating costs, payment record.


Customer service: complaint, refund, replacement, warranty, invoice, delivery delay, tracking information, resolution, confirmation.


Workplace and safety: inspection, protective equipment, incident report, corrective measures, maintenance, safety procedure, compliance, structural damage.


Food and environment: contamination, refrigeration, biodegradable packaging, spoilage, filtration, disinfection, food preservation, waste reduction.


Transport and vehicles: fuel efficiency, tyre pressure, mechanical fault, preventative maintenance, delivery schedule, traffic congestion, breakdown.


Technology: digital wallet, confidential information, online marketplace, electronic records, secure payment, product certification, data protection.


Useful summary connectors: as a result; consequently; in addition; however; this can lead to; the main concern is; overall, the evidence suggests.


Practice routine: Complete one task from each of the seven Listening question types daily. Review errors by category—content, spelling, grammar, listening accuracy and task format. 

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