PTE Listening Module

In this task, you will listen to a recording and write a summary of the information presented. Your response should contain between 50 and 70 words and accurately capture the main ideas of the audio.

You will hear a recording lasting approximately 60–90 seconds. After the audio finishes, you will have 10 minutes to write your summary.

Your response is assessed on content, form, grammar, vocabulary, and spelling. Both listening and writing skills contribute to your score.

Focus on the main idea and supporting details rather than trying to include every piece of information. Take clear notes while listening and organize them before writing your summary.

You will listen to an audio clip and choose more than one correct answer from a list of options based on the information provided in the recording.

The recording usually lasts between 40 and 90 seconds. The time available varies depending on the question.

This task evaluates your listening skills. Points are awarded for correct selections and deducted for incorrect choices.

Read the answer choices quickly before the audio begins and focus on identifying keywords and supporting details while listening.

A transcript containing several missing words will appear on your screen. While listening to the recording, you must type the missing words into the appropriate blanks.

Recordings generally last between 30 and 60 seconds.

This task assesses both listening and writing skills. Correct spelling is important for achieving a higher score.

Pay close attention to keywords, collocations, and transitions used by the speaker. Accurate spelling is essential.

Always click inside the blank before typing. Review your answers carefully before moving to the next question.

After listening to a recording, you will be presented with several summaries. Your task is to select the summary that best matches the content of the recording.

Recordings typically range from 30 to 90 seconds.

Your score depends on selecting the summary that accurately reflects the main points and purpose of the recording.

Focus on the overall message rather than minor details. The correct summary will include the main idea and key supporting points.

You will listen to a recording and select the one correct answer that best responds to the question.

Most recordings range from 30 to 60 seconds.

Your listening comprehension skills are evaluated based on your ability to identify the correct answer.

Listen for the speaker’s purpose, opinion, and conclusion, as these often help determine the correct option.

You will hear a recording in which the final part is replaced by a beep. Your task is to select the option that best completes the recording.

The audio clip generally lasts between 20 and 70 seconds.

Your ability to understand context and predict information is evaluated in this task.

Pay attention to the overall meaning of the recording, not just the final few words. Understanding the context helps identify the missing phrase.

A transcript appears on the screen while an audio recording plays. You must identify words in the transcript that differ from what the speaker actually says.

Recordings generally last between 20 and 70 seconds.

This task measures your listening accuracy and attention to detail.

Follow the transcript carefully and compare each word with the spoken audio. Avoid rushing through the text.

You will hear a short sentence and must type exactly what you hear into the answer box.

Each sentence is usually between 3 and 5 seconds long.

Your score is based on listening accuracy, spelling, grammar, and word order. Every correctly typed word contributes to your score.

Focus on keywords first, then reconstruct the complete sentence. Review spelling and punctuation before submitting your answer.