This single timed section contains 15-20 independent and integrated skills items, depending on the combination of items in a given test. Different response formats, including multiple-choice, re-order paragraphs, and fill in the blanks, are designed to test your ability to read, write and listen to information provided in English. Because PTE Academic is an integrated skill test, one item type in this part of the test also assesses writing skills.
Task
A text appears on screen with several gaps. Drag words from the box below to fill the gaps.
Skills assessed
reading
Prompt length
text up to 300 words
Task
After reading a text, answer a multiple-choice question on the content or tone of the text by selecting more than one response.
Skills assessed
Reading
Prompt length
Text up to 300 words
Task
Several text boxes appear on screen in a random order. Put the text boxes in the correct order.
Skills assessed
Reading
Prompt length
Text up to 150 words
Task
A text appears on screen with several gaps. Drag words from the box below to fill the gaps.
Skills assessed
Reading
Prompt length
Text up to 80 words
Task
After reading a text, answer a multiple-choice question on the content or tone of the text by selecting one response.
Skills assessed
Reading
Prompt length
Text up to 300 words
