PTE overall November 2026 prediction AC/ Core

PTE overall November 2026 prediction AC/ Core

Academic:

LISTENING (L) — NOVEMBER PRACTICE FORECAST

Week 1: 1–7 November — Moderate

Likely practice themes:

* University research and student learning methods

* Public transport planning and passenger behaviour

* Workplace training and professional development

* Water conservation and household consumption

Priority tasks: Fill in the Blanks, Write from Dictation, Highlight Incorrect Words and Summarize Spoken Text.

Week 2: 8–14 November — Moderate

Likely practice themes:

* Renewable energy and electricity storage

* Consumer behaviour and online purchasing

* Scientific discoveries and laboratory research

* Urban planning and public infrastructure

Priority tasks: Write from Dictation, Multiple Choice (Multiple Answers), Highlight Correct Summary and Select Missing Word.

Week 3: 15–21 November — Easy to Moderate

Likely practice themes:

* Food science and changing diets

* Marine ecosystems and biodiversity

* Memory, attention and learning

* Museum collections and historical discoveries

Priority tasks: Fill in the Blanks, Write from Dictation, Summarize Spoken Text and Highlight Incorrect Words.

Week 4: 22–30 November — Moderate

Likely practice themes:

* Artificial intelligence in professional settings

* Agricultural technology and food production

* Economic development and employment patterns

* Climate adaptation and environmental policy

Priority tasks: Multiple Choice (Multiple Answers), Highlight Correct Summary, Write from Dictation and Summarize Spoken Text.

### Listening: all 8 task types to practise

* Summarize Spoken Text

* Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers

* Fill in the Blanks

* Highlight Correct Summary

* Multiple Choice, Single Answer

* Select Missing Word

* Highlight Incorrect Words

* Write from Dictation

High-priority preparation: Write from Dictation, Fill in the Blanks and Highlight Incorrect Words. Practise exact word forms, spelling, plurals, articles and endings. For multiple-answer questions, avoid selecting options without evidence.

### READING (R) — NOVEMBER PRACTICE FORECAST

Week 1: 1–7 November — Moderate

Likely practice themes:

* The development of public libraries

* The effects of lighting on human productivity

* Traditional manufacturing and modern production

* The relationship between urban green spaces and wellbeing

Priority tasks: Reading & Writing: Fill in the Blanks, Reading: Fill in the Blanks and Reorder Paragraphs.

Week 2: 8–14 November — Easy to Moderate

Likely practice themes:

* The role of museums in preserving cultural knowledge

* Changes in consumer purchasing behaviour

* Scientific methods for studying animal migration

* The impact of remote work on organisations

Priority tasks: Reading & Writing: Fill in the Blanks, Fill in the Blanks (Drag and Drop), and Multiple Choice, Single Answer.

Week 3: 15–21 November — Easy to Moderate

Likely practice themes:

* Sleep patterns and memory formation

* Innovations in agricultural production

* The restoration of historical buildings

* How children develop language skills

Priority tasks: Fill in the Blanks (both formats), Reorder Paragraphs and Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers.

Week 4: 22–30 November — Moderate

Likely practice themes:

* Ethical questions surrounding artificial intelligence

* The economics of renewable energy

* The effects of tourism on fragile ecosystems

* How scientific evidence influences public policy

Priority tasks: Reading & Writing: Fill in the Blanks, Reorder Paragraphs, and Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers.

### Reading: all 5 task types to practise

* Reading & Writing: Fill in the Blanks

* Reading: Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers

* Reorder Paragraphs

* Reading: Fill in the Blanks (Drag and Drop)

* Reading: Multiple Choice, Single Answer

High-priority preparation: Reading & Writing: Fill in the Blanks and Reading: Fill in the Blanks. Practise collocations, grammar, word forms, prepositions and contextual meaning. For Reorder Paragraphs, identify the topic sentence, pronoun references, linking expressions and chronological or logical sequence.

### LR VOCABULARY PRIORITIES

* Research: hypothesis, findings, methodology, evidence, analysis, interpretation

* Environment: biodiversity, conservation, emissions, ecosystem, sustainability, degradation

* Technology: automation, innovation, integration, infrastructure, efficiency, implementation

* Education: curriculum, acquisition, retention, assessment, cognition, proficiency

* Economics: expenditure, revenue, productivity, consumption, allocation, distribution

* Society: migration, demographics, accessibility, inequality, interaction, adaptation

### FINAL LR PREPARATION PLAN

Week 1: Build accuracy in core task types and identify grammar-related errors.

Week 2: Practise collocations, paraphrasing, distractors and academic vocabulary.

Week 3: Complete timed Listening and Reading sets; analyse every incorrect answer.

Week 4: Practise full sections under time limits and revise recurring mistakes.

Overall preferred date: 20 November 2026 (Friday). 

 WRITING (W) — NOVEMBER PRACTICE FORECAST

Week 1: 1–7 November — Easy to Moderate

Summarize Written Text — Practice themes:

* How urban green spaces affect mental health

* The role of public libraries in modern communities

* How sleep influences memory and learning

* The effects of digital technology on communication

Write Essay — Practice themes:

* Should universities prioritise practical skills over theoretical knowledge?

* Does technology improve communication or weaken personal relationships?

* Should governments invest more in public transport than road infrastructure?

Priority: Identify the central idea, combine supporting points accurately, and maintain correct sentence structure.

Week 2: 8–14 November — Moderate

Summarize Written Text — Practice themes:

* Artificial intelligence in professional decision-making

* Renewable energy and electricity storage

* The relationship between advertising and consumer choices

* The benefits and limitations of remote working

Write Essay — Practice themes:

* Should employers allow employees to work remotely whenever possible?

* Is government funding for scientific research more important than funding for the arts?

* Should schools make financial literacy a compulsory subject?

Priority: Complex sentence accuracy, relevant examples, cohesive arguments and academic collocations.

Week 3: 15–21 November — Easy

Summarize Written Text — Practice themes:

* How children acquire language

* The preservation of historical buildings

* The role of physical activity in everyday health

* How agricultural innovation influences food production

Write Essay — Practice themes:

* Should public parks receive greater investment?

* Is learning through practical experience more effective than classroom learning?

* Should cities encourage cycling instead of private-car use?

Priority: Clear main ideas, concise summaries, logical essay structure and accurate grammar.

Week 4: 22–30 November — Moderate

Summarize Written Text — Practice themes:

* Ethical concerns surrounding artificial intelligence

* The impact of tourism on fragile ecosystems

* The relationship between economic growth and environmental protection

* How scientific evidence influences public policy

Write Essay — Practice themes:

* Should governments restrict the use of private vehicles in city centres?

* Does automation create more employment opportunities than it eliminates?

* Should governments prioritise preventive healthcare over treatment?

Priority: Handling abstract ideas, paraphrasing accurately, avoiding repetition and checking sentence-level errors.

### Writing task types to practise

* Summarize Written Text

* Write Essay

For Summarize Written Text, practise producing one complete sentence within the official word limit. For essays, practise introductions, developed body paragraphs, relevant examples and conclusions. The topics above are original practice prompts, not confirmed questions.

### SPEAKING (S) — NOVEMBER PRACTICE FORECAST

Week 1: 1–7 November — Moderate

Practice focus:

* Read Aloud: academic passages about education, research and public services

* Repeat Sentence: sentences involving university life, workplace communication and scientific findings

* Describe Image: line graphs, bar charts, pie charts and tables

* Retell Lecture: lectures about memory, environmental change and learning methods

* Answer Short Question: everyday academic and general knowledge

* Summarize Group Discussion: a discussion about educational choices or public facilities

* Respond to a Situation: requesting information, explaining a problem or making a polite suggestion

Week 2: 8–14 November — Easy to Moderate

Practice focus:

* Read Aloud: technology, innovation and social change

* Repeat Sentence: medium-length sentences with academic vocabulary

* Describe Image: mixed charts, processes and diagrams

* Retell Lecture: renewable energy, digital technology and consumer behaviour

* Answer Short Question: familiar topics and common vocabulary

* Summarize Group Discussion: workplace arrangements and technology use

* Respond to a Situation: proposing an alternative, asking for assistance or resolving a misunderstanding

Week 3: 15–21 November — Easy to Moderate

Practice focus:

* Read Aloud: health, education and everyday scientific discoveries

* Repeat Sentence: accurate retention of sentence structure and word endings

* Describe Image: maps, tables, bar charts and line graphs

* Retell Lecture: food production, language learning and historical preservation

* Answer Short Question: familiar objects, places and concepts

* Summarize Group Discussion: community improvements and learning preferences

* Respond to a Situation: giving advice, suggesting a change or explaining a request

Week 4: 22–30 November — Easy to Moderate

Practice focus:

* Read Aloud: environmental policy and scientific research

* Repeat Sentence: longer sentences containing clauses and unfamiliar vocabulary

* Describe Image: complex charts and data comparisons

* Retell Lecture: AI ethics, tourism and economic development

* Answer Short Question: vocabulary precision and quick comprehension

* Summarize Group Discussion: competing viewpoints on social or environmental issues

* Respond to a Situation: explaining a concern, negotiating an arrangement or offering a solution

### Speaking priorities

Read Aloud: Practise phrasing, pronunciation, word stress and smooth delivery.

Repeat Sentence: Listen for grammatical structure, articles, plurals and word endings. Reproduce as much of the sentence accurately as possible.

Describe Image: State the main trend, compare important figures and finish with a clear overall observation.

Retell Lecture: Capture the main topic, two or three supporting points and the conclusion.

Answer Short Question: Respond directly and accurately.

Summarize Group Discussion: Identify the participants' main views, agreements, differences and final conclusions.

Respond to a Situation: Address the person appropriately, explain the issue, make a clear request or suggestion, and give a suitable reason.

### FINAL PREPARATION PRIORITIES

Writing: Summarize Written Text, essay development, grammar accuracy, paraphrasing and academic collocations.

Speaking: Repeat Sentence, Read Aloud, Describe Image, Retell Lecture, Summarize Group Discussion and Respond to a Situation.

Weekly preparation plan:

* Week 1: Strengthen fundamentals and correct recurring errors.

* Week 2: Practise longer sentences, complex vocabulary and structured responses.

* Week 3: Complete timed practice and focus on accuracy.

* Week 4: Complete full mock tests and review weak task types.

Overall preferred date: 20 November 2026 (Friday)

PTE Core LISTENING (L) — NOVEMBER PRACTICE FORECAST

Week 1: 1–7 November — Hard

Likely practice themes:

* Changes to workplace schedules and staff responsibilities

* Travel arrangements, delayed services and booking changes

* Community programmes and public-service announcements

* Workplace training and employee procedures

Priority tasks: Write from Dictation, Fill in the Blanks, Highlight Incorrect Words and Summarize Spoken Text.

Week 2: 8–14 November — Moderate

Likely practice themes:

* Customer enquiries and service policies

* Rental agreements and accommodation arrangements

* Employee benefits, leave policies and workplace communication

* Community events and public transportation

Priority tasks: Multiple Choice, Highlight Correct Summary, Select Missing Word and Write from Dictation.

Week 3: 15–21 November — Easy to Moderate

Likely practice themes:

* Instructions for using public facilities

* Planning a community event

* Workplace communication and team responsibilities

* Everyday discussions about health and lifestyle

Priority tasks: Fill in the Blanks, Write from Dictation, Multiple Choice and Highlight Incorrect Words.

Week 4: 22–30 November — Moderate

Likely practice themes:

* Resolving customer complaints

* Changes to workplace procedures

* Community services and local regulations

* Discussions about transport, housing and employment

Priority tasks: Summarize Spoken Text, Write from Dictation, Highlight Correct Summary and Multiple Choice.

### Listening: all task types to practise

* Summarize Spoken Text

* Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers

* Fill in the Blanks

* Highlight Correct Summary

* Multiple Choice, Single Answer

* Select Missing Word

* Highlight Incorrect Words

* Write from Dictation

High-priority preparation: Write from Dictation, Fill in the Blanks and Highlight Incorrect Words. Focus on spelling, plurals, verb endings, names, numbers and understanding the complete sentence before responding.

### READING (R) — NOVEMBER PRACTICE FORECAST

Week 1: 1–7 November — Moderate

Likely practice themes:

* Workplace policies and employee responsibilities

* Housing advertisements and rental conditions

* Public transport notices and travel information

* Community centre programmes and service announcements

Priority tasks: Reading & Writing: Fill in the Blanks, Reading: Fill in the Blanks and Reorder Paragraphs.

Week 2: 8–14 November — Easy

Likely practice themes:

* Job advertisements and application requirements

* Consumer information and refund policies

* Notices about public facilities

* Everyday instructions and service information

Priority tasks: Reading & Writing: Fill in the Blanks, Reading: Fill in the Blanks and Multiple Choice, Single Answer.

Week 3: 15–21 November — Moderate

Likely practice themes:

* Workplace communication and staff training

* Community volunteering and event organisation

* Health and safety instructions

* Rental responsibilities and neighbourhood facilities

Priority tasks: Fill in the Blanks, Reorder Paragraphs and Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers.

Week 4: 22–30 November — Hard

Likely practice themes:

* Employment regulations and workplace rights

* Consumer protection and service agreements

* Detailed public-service policies

* Community development and environmental regulations

Priority tasks: Reading & Writing: Fill in the Blanks, Reorder Paragraphs and Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers.

### Reading: all task types to practise

* Reading & Writing: Fill in the Blanks

* Reading: Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers

* Reorder Paragraphs

* Reading: Fill in the Blanks (Drag and Drop)

* Reading: Multiple Choice, Single Answer

High-priority preparation: Practise collocations, prepositions, verb forms, contextual vocabulary and logical paragraph order. Read the entire sentence before choosing a missing word. For paragraph ordering, look for references, linking expressions, repeated concepts and chronological sequence.

### LR VOCABULARY PRIORITIES

Employment: eligibility, qualifications, responsibilities, remuneration, probation, resignation, promotion, workplace policy.

Housing: tenancy, lease, deposit, maintenance, accommodation, utilities, landlord, reimbursement.

Travel and transport: itinerary, departure, cancellation, fare, connection, delay, reservation, alternative route.

Customer service: refund, replacement, complaint, enquiry, warranty, inconvenience, resolution, compensation.

Community and public services: facilities, regulations, accessibility, application, registration, eligibility, availability, procedure.

Health and safety: precautions, emergency, hazard, prevention, guidelines, first aid, compliance, notification.

### FINAL LR PREPARATION PLAN

Week 1: Focus on difficult listening tasks, dictation accuracy and detailed reading passages.

Week 2: Build confidence with everyday vocabulary, short notices and straightforward blanks.

Week 3: Practise timed sections, workplace conversations and paragraph sequencing.

Week 4: Work on complex instructions, distractors, unfamiliar vocabulary and full mock tests.

Overall preferred date: 20 November 2026 (Friday).

#WRITING (W) — NOVEMBER PRACTICE FORECAST

Week 1: 1–7 November — Easy to Moderate

Email-writing practice:

* Request a change to a workplace training schedule.

* Apologise to a colleague for missing an important meeting.

* Enquire about a delayed delivery and request an update.

* Suggest improvements to shared facilities in an apartment building.

Responding to a Survey practice:

* Should employers offer flexible working hours?

* Should local communities invest more in public libraries?

* Is online shopping more convenient than shopping in person?

Priority: Clear purpose, appropriate tone, complete details and accurate sentence structure.

Week 2: 8–14 November — Moderate

Email-writing practice:

* Complain about repeated maintenance problems in rented accommodation.

* Request information about a professional development course.

* Explain a scheduling conflict and suggest an alternative.

* Write to a community organisation about volunteering opportunities.

Responding to a Survey practice:

* Should companies provide more employee benefits or higher salaries?

* Should cities spend more on public transport or parking facilities?

* Is working from home better than working in an office?

Priority: Organising ideas logically, explaining reasons, using appropriate formal language and avoiding repetition.

Week 3: 15–21 November — Easy to Moderate

Email-writing practice:

* Thank a neighbour for helping during an unexpected situation.

* Invite a friend to a community event.

* Request a replacement for a faulty household item.

* Recommend a local service to a colleague.

Responding to a Survey practice:

* Should community centres offer more free activities?

* Is it better to learn a skill online or in person?

* Should workplaces encourage employees to participate in fitness programmes?

Priority: Direct responses, relevant supporting details, natural expressions and grammatical accuracy.

Week 4: 22–30 November — Moderate

Email-writing practice:

* Raise concerns about a change to workplace policies.

* Request a refund for a service that did not meet expectations.

* Explain why you cannot attend an important appointment.

* Suggest solutions to noise problems in a residential area.

Responding to a Survey practice:

* Should employers prioritise experience or formal qualifications?

* Should local governments restrict traffic in busy shopping areas?

* Is public funding better spent on healthcare or recreational facilities?

Priority: Handling complex situations, developing arguments, maintaining tone and checking grammar.

### Writing task types to practise

* Write Email

* Respond to a Situation / Responding to a Survey, as applicable to the current test format

Practise the exact task format shown in your current official PTE Core preparation materials. The prompts above are original practice questions.

### SPEAKING (S) — NOVEMBER PRACTICE FORECAST

Week 1: 1–7 November — Moderate

Practice themes:

* Read Aloud: workplace notices, public-service information and everyday announcements

* Repeat Sentence: appointments, schedules, workplace communication and travel arrangements

* Describe Image: simple charts, maps, photographs and everyday scenes

* Retell Lecture: community services, workplace training and practical learning

* Answer Short Question: familiar objects, services and everyday situations

* Respond to a Situation: requesting assistance, explaining a problem or making a suggestion

Week 2: 8–14 November — Easy to Moderate

Practice themes:

* Read Aloud: short passages about employment and community life

* Repeat Sentence: everyday conversations and service-related information

* Describe Image: bar charts, tables, maps and familiar situations

* Retell Lecture: public transport, customer service and workplace skills

* Answer Short Question: common vocabulary and daily activities

* Respond to a Situation: asking for information, offering advice or requesting a change

Week 3: 15–21 November — Moderate

Practice themes:

* Read Aloud: workplace policies and community announcements

* Repeat Sentence: longer sentences with multiple details

* Describe Image: comparisons, trends and practical scenarios

* Retell Lecture: employee wellbeing, professional development and public facilities

* Answer Short Question: everyday services and general knowledge

* Respond to a Situation: resolving a misunderstanding, negotiating an arrangement or explaining a concern

Week 4: 22–30 November — Moderate

Practice themes:

* Read Aloud: formal notices and detailed instructions

* Repeat Sentence: sentences involving dates, conditions and explanations

* Describe Image: more detailed charts and real-life situations

* Retell Lecture: workplace changes, housing and community development

* Answer Short Question: accurate vocabulary retrieval

* Respond to a Situation: handling complaints, explaining a disagreement or proposing a solution

### Speaking priorities

Read Aloud: Maintain clear pronunciation and natural phrasing.

Repeat Sentence: Retain key words, grammatical structure and word endings.

Describe Image: Identify the main features and explain relevant details clearly.

Retell Lecture: Capture the main idea and supporting information in a logical sequence.

Answer Short Question: Respond directly and accurately.

Respond to a Situation: Address the listener appropriately, explain the issue and provide a clear request or solution.

### FINAL PREPARATION PRIORITIES

Writing: Email structure, tone, relevant details, survey arguments and grammatical accuracy.

Speaking: Pronunciation, sentence retention, clear descriptions, organised summaries and appropriate responses.

Week 1: Strengthen task fundamentals and accuracy.

Week 2: Practise structured responses and more detailed prompts.

Week 3: Complete timed practice and correct recurring errors.

Week 4: Complete mock tests and review weak areas.