PTE Academic · Intermediate · Paper 1
Short skills practice
Code: EWS-PTE-INTERMEDIATE-1 · 10 original classroom items
Try each task before checking the separate guide. Use a teacher or partner for the listening items; they must read the hidden script once. Work independently on speaking and writing.
මුලින් ඔබේ පිළිතුරු දෙන්න. සවන්දීමේ කොටස සඳහා ගුරුවරයෙකුගේ හෝ මිතුරෙකුගේ සහාය ගන්න.
This is a short practice paper, not a full mock or a score predictor. For a complete self-study audio test, use Pearson’s free Guided Practice Tests.
Name: ____________________ Date: ______________
- Describe Image
Table: Library visits — Monday 120; Tuesday 150; Wednesday 210; Thursday 180. Plan for 25 seconds and describe the table for up to 40 seconds.
- Retell Lecture
A teacher reads item 2 once. Take notes, plan for 10 seconds and retell for up to 40 seconds.
- Answer Short Question
A teacher reads item 3 once. Answer in one word or a short phrase.
- Summarize Written Text
In 10 minutes write one sentence of 5–75 words: “A college introduced free evening study sessions. Attendance was highest before examinations, especially among students who worked during the day. Tutors found that small groups asked more questions than large groups, so the college plans to keep the sessions small.”
- Write Essay
Write 200–300 words in 20 minutes: Should universities provide more online classes? Give your view with reasons and examples.
- Fill in the Blanks (Dropdown)
Choose: The results (suggest / suggestion) that regular practice is useful, but more evidence is needed before researchers can (draw / attend) a firm conclusion.
- Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers — Reading
Text: “The museum now opens late on Fridays. Entry remains free for students, but special workshops require booking.” Select all supported claims: A Friday hours changed; B all workshops are free; C some activities require booking; D students pay for general entry.
- Reorder Paragraph
Put the blocks in order: A After the launch, most patients registered from home. B First, a clinic decided to replace its desk-only registration process. C Consequently, queues at reception became shorter. D It then introduced an online booking system.
- Fill in the Blanks (Drag and Drop)
Bank: accurate, carefully, conclusion, increase. Complete: “The assistant checked the numbers ___ to ensure that the report was ___.”
- Multiple Choice, Single Answer — Reading
Text: “The pilot used fewer paper forms, but staff needed extra training. Managers will expand it only after reviewing costs.” Main message: A Expansion is automatic; B The pilot has benefits and a condition for expansion; C Training was unnecessary.