PTE Academic · Intermediate · Paper 2
Separate answers & teacher scripts
Code: EWS-PTE-INTERMEDIATE-2-KEY · 10 original classroom items
Give the learner the question paper first. Read listening scripts once at a natural pace without showing the text. These short sources practise skills; they do not reproduce full exam input length, item counts or Pearson scoring. Model answers are examples; accept other accurate responses.
- Summarize Group Discussion
Reader script: Ana: “The library should stay open later because students with evening jobs cannot use it enough.” Ben: “Later hours would help, but staff costs could be high. We should first try it during exam weeks.” Cara: “I agree with a short trial. We can count visitors and ask staff about the workload before making a permanent change.” Model points: later access for working students; Ben’s cost concern; exam-week trial; Cara supports evidence gathering; shared trial proposal rather than immediate permanent hours.
Complete original EWS response
The speakers discuss extending the library’s opening hours. Ana argues that later access would help students who have evening jobs. Ben recognises this benefit but raises concerns about staff costs. He suggests testing longer hours during examination weeks first. Cara supports a short trial and proposes counting visitors and checking the effect on staff workload before any permanent change. The discussion therefore moves towards an evidence-based trial, rather than immediately committing to longer hours throughout the year.
- Respond to a Situation
Model: Hi, I’m sorry I missed our meeting. My bus broke down and I could not get there in time. I understand that this delayed the planning. Could you send me the decisions and the section I need to complete? I can draft it this evening and share it by nine so we can stay on schedule.
- Summarize Spoken Text
Reader script: “A town planted trees around three school playgrounds. Sensors showed that shaded areas were cooler during sunny afternoons. Teachers reported that pupils used the shaded areas more often. However, young trees need water and regular care, so the council has asked local volunteers to help maintain them.” Model: A town planted trees around three school playgrounds, where sensors recorded cooler temperatures in shaded areas on sunny afternoons. Teachers also noticed that pupils used those areas more often. Although the project offers clear benefits, young trees need regular watering and care, so the council is seeking help from local volunteers. (51 words.)
- Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers — Listening
Reader script: “From next month, the campus library will open on Saturday mornings. Students should bring identification to borrow books. The opening hours for weekdays will not change.” Answer: A and C. B is not stated; D contradicts the message.
- Fill in the Blanks (Type In)
Reader script: “The department will publish the results in September.” Answer: department; September.
- Highlight Correct Summary
Reader script: “More students used the new campus bus during its first month. However, delays continued at the busiest time of day. The university will keep the trial running while the operator adjusts the timetable.” Answer: B.
- Multiple Choice, Single Answer — Listening
Reader script: “We have moved Friday’s lecture to the main hall because registrations are higher than expected. The speaker and start time are unchanged.” Answer: A.
- Select Missing Word
Reader script, stop at the bracket: “By repairing old furniture rather than replacing it, the college hopes to save money and [reduce unnecessary waste].” Answer: A.
- Highlight Incorrect Words
Reader script: “The afternoon seminar begins at ten in the main theatre.” Select: morning; nine. Select the words printed in the transcript, not the replacements.
- Write from Dictation
Reader script and answer: “All applications must include a recent reference.”