PEARSON TEST OF ENGLISH Important Test Tips
DO’S • Use correct punctuation for writing tasks: full stops, capital letters, commas, etc • Answer the question. If the question asks you to write or speak about sport, write or speak about ‘sport’ NOT ‘science’ • Keep strictly within the word limit given for writing tasks • Respond quickly and keep speaking during speaking tasks. The microphone will close after 3 seconds of silence and stop recording • Build your own personal set of vocabulary and learn root words • Work on Grammar, especially Tenses (Simple Past and Simple Present) & prepositions
DON’T •
Write ENTIRELY in capital letters. Only use capitals when needed: at the beginning of sentence names, etc
•
Clicking next before completing the task
•
Follow required information
SCORING IN PTE •
The score range is 10–90 points
•
The points are allotted based on Communicative Skills and Enabling skills
Communication Skills
Enabling Skills
Listening Reading Writing Speaking
Grammar Oral Fluency Pronunciation Spelling Vocabulary Written Discourse
PTE FAQ Q. What are the age criteria to take PTE Academic? Candidate must be 16 years old and one must provide signed parental consent form. Candidate above 18 isn’t required for the same. Q. Do I have to choose institutions before the PTE test? No. You can choose the institutions you want to send your scores to, after you have seen your results. Q. Why does PTE use an automated scoring system? PTE is an automated scoring which gives more objective results. Moreover, external factors like body language, personality, appearance is not influenced. Hence aspirants are assured that they are solely judged on their communication skills. The scores are accurate as it is based on language performance.
PTE FAQ Q. When can I get my PTE scores? You will receive your scores within 5 business days. Q. Can one improve his/her Spoken English? No. Being integrated test, it also focuses on candidate’s accuracy and ability to interpret. It is advisable to clear the fundamentals of English language. Q. How many times can I take the PTE? As many times you wish to. You can use PTE Voucher Code to get 10% off on PTE Exam Fees.
Contact Us
Aussizz Group
Level 1, Block Court, 288-290 Collins Street, Melbourne, Victoria - 3000, AU
Contact Us
+61-03-9602 3435 pte@aussizz.com https://ptevoucher.com.au