PTE Core

Full-length practice test

The real three-part order — Part 1 Speaking & Writing → Part 2 Reading → Part 3 Listening. On test day you can’t go back a part, and Listening audio plays once. Reading, Listening and the writing tasks are scored; the speaking tasks are recorded practice you self-review, because the real test machine-scores your pronunciation and fluency.

1. Speaking & Writing · Part 1
PTE machine-scores speaking on content, oral fluency and pronunciation — things a browser can’t measure, so we don’t fake a score. For each task, take the prep time, then record yourself on your phone and play it back.

1. Read Aloud. A short text appears. You have prep time, then read it aloud clearly and at a natural pace.

🎙️ Record your answer — Read Aloud35s prep · 40s to speak

Urban planners increasingly argue that walkable neighbourhoods do more than reduce traffic: by placing shops, schools and parks within a short distance of homes, they encourage the kind of daily, unplanned social contact on which a sense of community quietly depends.

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2. Repeat Sentence. You hear a sentence once, then repeat it exactly. (Read this aloud once, look away, and say it back.)

🎙️ Record your answer — Repeat Sentence15s to speak

The library extends its opening hours during the final week of every term.

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3. Describe Image. An image (chart, map or graph) appears. Describe what it shows in detail.

🎙️ Record your answer — Describe Image25s prep · 40s to speak

Picture a bar chart titled “Average monthly rent by city, 2026”: five bars rising left to right — Halifax lowest, then Ottawa, Calgary, Toronto, and Vancouver highest, roughly double Halifax. Describe the trend, the extremes, and the overall message.

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4. Respond to a Situation. You hear or read a situation, then respond appropriately, as if speaking to the person.

🎙️ Record your answer — Respond to a Situation20s prep · 40s to speak

Situation: A neighbour has offered to water your plants while you are away for two weeks, but you barely know them. Respond: thank them, decide how to handle it, and say what you’d like to arrange.

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5. Answer Short Question. You hear a short question with an obvious one- or few-word answer. Answer immediately.

🎙️ Record your answer — Answer Short Question10s to speak

What do we call the frozen form of water that falls from the sky in winter?

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Writing tasks · scored · timed per task
Writing task 1 of 2 · Summarize Written Text (Core)
10 minutes for this task, like the real exam — at 0:00 you move to the next task automatically.
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PTE Core Summarize Written Text

Summarize the passage in 25-50 words.

Source text

Starting this month, the community skating rink on Maple Avenue will follow updated public hours for the winter season. Free public skating will run Monday to Friday from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., and on weekends from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., weather and ice conditions permitting. The rink will close temporarily each morning for resurfacing, and staff ask skaters to arrive at least fifteen minutes before closing to allow time to clear the ice safely. Helmets are strongly recommended for children under twelve, and skate rentals are available at the adjoining shed for a small fee, with sizes limited on busy weekends. Hockey sticks and pucks are not permitted during public sessions to reduce the risk of injury among casual skaters; a separate hour is set aside on Thursday evenings for supervised pickup hockey. The recreation department noted that hours may shift on statutory holidays and during extreme cold warnings, when the rink could close early for safety reasons. Updates will be posted on the community bulletin board and the town's website, and residents are encouraged to check before heading out, particularly after a storm.

0 words · aim 2550
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2. Reading · Part 2, 30 min
Sit this like the real exam
Fullscreen PTE test screen · timed · one question at a time · no going back, like the real test

Real exams are computer-based. For the true side-by-side screen, use a laptop or a tablet in landscape — on a phone the passage and questions stack.

1.
Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers (Core)

Read the text and select ALL correct options. Wrong selections lose points.

When Mateo and his two roommates moved in together, they agreed to split grocery costs evenly, but tracking who paid for what quickly became confusing. After a month of forgotten receipts and awkward reminders, they started using a shared spreadsheet where each person logs their purchases and the total is divided three ways at the end of the month. Anyone who spends more than their share that month is paid back by the other two before the next grocery run. They also agreed that personal snacks or items only one roommate wants, such as a specific brand of coffee, are paid for separately and not added to the shared total. Mateo says the spreadsheet took some getting used to, but it has stopped arguments about who owes whom, since everyone can see the numbers at any time.

According to the passage, how do the roommates manage their grocery expenses? (select all that apply)
2.
Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers (Core)

Read the text and select ALL correct options. Wrong selections lose points.

Riverside Neighbourhood Association Community Cleanup Day Saturday, September 12, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Meet at the pavilion in Riverside Park. All volunteers must sign in at the registration table before collecting supplies. Gloves, garbage bags, and litter pickers will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own gardening gloves if you prefer. Please wear closed-toe shoes and clothing you don't mind getting dirty. Volunteers under 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. A free barbecue lunch will be served at noon for everyone who helped that morning. Rain date is September 19, same time and location. To help us plan enough supplies and food, please register online by September 10 so we know how many people to expect.

According to the notice, which TWO statements are correct? (select all that apply)
3.
Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers (Core)

Read the text and select ALL correct options. Wrong selections lose points.

Extension Cord Safety Reminder — Facilities Department All staff using extension cords in office or storage areas must follow these guidelines. Extension cords are intended for temporary use only and should never be run under carpets or through doorways where they could be stepped on or pinched. Do not connect more than one extension cord together to reach a further outlet; use a single cord of the correct length instead. Cords showing frayed wires, exposed metal, or a cracked plug must be removed from service immediately and reported to Facilities for replacement. Space heaters and other high-wattage appliances should be plugged directly into a wall outlet, not into an extension cord, to avoid overheating. Any employee who finds a damaged cord should tag it "Do Not Use" and leave it at the front desk. Questions can be directed to the Facilities helpdesk at extension 204.

Based on the safety notice, which TWO statements are true? (select all that apply)
4.
Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers (Core)

Read the text and select ALL correct options. Wrong selections lose points.

Train Ticket Refund Policy — Coastline Rail Passengers holding a standard fare ticket may request a full refund if the request is made at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. Refunds requested within 24 hours of departure are subject to a 15% cancellation fee. Tickets are non-refundable once the train has departed, though they may be exchanged for a future date within 30 days for a $10 change fee. Flexible fare tickets can be refunded in full at any time before departure, with no fee. Refunds are processed back to the original payment method within 5 to 7 business days. To request a refund, passengers should use the "Manage My Booking" section of the website or call customer service with their booking reference ready.

Which TWO statements match the information in the passage? (select all that apply)
5.
Multiple Choice, Single Answer (Core)

Read the text and answer the question.

The Riverbend Neighbourhood Association is holding its spring Community Cleanup Day on Saturday, April 18th, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., starting at the parking lot behind the community centre on Elm Street. Volunteers will pick up litter, clear weeds from public flower beds, and repaint the fence around the playground. Gloves, trash bags, and paint brushes will be provided, but the Association asks everyone to bring their own reusable water bottle. Anyone who wants to join must sign up at the front desk of the community centre by April 15th so organizers can arrange enough supplies and assign tasks. Light refreshments will be served at noon, and a raffle for local gift cards will be held at the end for all volunteers.

According to the notice, what must residents do to take part in the community cleanup day?
6.
Multiple Choice, Single Answer (Core)

Read the text and answer the question.

Extension Cord Safety Notice: Extension cords are meant for temporary use only and should never replace permanent wiring. Always check a cord for cracks, fraying, or exposed wire before plugging it in, and never use a damaged cord. Do not run extension cords under carpets or rugs, since this hides damage from view and traps heat that can build up and start a fire. Avoid overloading a single cord by plugging in multiple high-wattage appliances at once, and never connect several extension cords together in a line. Outdoor extension cords must be labelled for outdoor use and kept away from standing water. If a cord feels warm to the touch during use, unplug it immediately and stop using it.

Based on the safety notice, why should extension cords not be run under carpets or rugs?
7.
Multiple Choice, Single Answer (Core)

Read the text and answer the question.

Train Ticket Refund Policy: Passengers who cancel their ticket at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time are eligible for a full refund to their original payment method. Cancellations made between 24 hours and 2 hours before departure will receive a refund of 50 percent of the ticket price, minus a small processing fee. No refunds are available for cancellations made less than 2 hours before departure, or for passengers who simply miss their train. Refund requests must be submitted online through the passenger's account or in person at a staffed ticket counter; requests made over the phone cannot be processed. Approved refunds are typically returned within 7 to 10 business days.

According to the passage, when is a train ticket eligible for a full refund?
8.
Multiple Choice, Single Answer (Core)

Read the text and answer the question.

Shift Swap Guidelines: Employees who wish to trade an upcoming shift with a coworker may do so, provided both employees hold the same job classification and the swap does not push either person into overtime. To arrange a swap, the employee must find a willing coworker, complete the Shift Swap Request form, and submit it to their supervisor at least 48 hours before the shift in question. The swap is not official until the supervisor reviews the request and signs off on it; employees should not assume an informal verbal agreement with a coworker is enough. Unapproved swaps may result in one or both employees being marked as a no-show. Approved swaps will be updated in the scheduling system within one business day.

According to the workplace memo, what must an employee do before a shift swap becomes official?
9.
Re-order Paragraphs (Core)

Arrange the sentences into the correct order.

Put the sentences in the correct order:

  1. Please confirm your attendance and payment method by tomorrow so we can finalize the booking.
  2. You can either hand your cash directly to Priya at the front desk or e-transfer it to the team account.
  3. Since the restaurant needs a headcount in advance, we are collecting fifteen dollars per person by Wednesday.
  4. We are organizing a lunch next Friday to celebrate the end of the quarter, and everyone in the department is invited.
10.
Re-order Paragraphs (Core)

Arrange the sentences into the correct order.

Put the sentences in the correct order:

  1. We apologize for the inconvenience and will update everyone as soon as the repair is complete.
  2. Until a technician replaces the faulty part, please send urgent print jobs to the second-floor printer instead.
  3. IT has already looked at it twice this month, but the same paper-feed error keeps appearing.
  4. The printer on the third floor has been jamming almost every time someone tries to print more than a few pages.
11.
Re-order Paragraphs (Core)

Arrange the sentences into the correct order.

Put the sentences in the correct order:

  1. I plan to resume my regular workouts as soon as I return in October.
  2. Please let me know what documents or forms are required to place a hold on my account.
  3. Since I will not be able to use the gym during that time, I would like to freeze my membership rather than cancel it.
  4. I am going to be away from the city for two months starting in August due to a family commitment.
12.
Re-order Paragraphs (Core)

Arrange the sentences into the correct order.

Put the sentences in the correct order:

  1. If the parcel is not picked up within five business days, it will be returned to the sender.
  2. You can collect it anytime before Friday by bringing a valid photo ID and this notice slip.
  3. As a result, the package has been taken to the pickup depot on Elm Street for safekeeping.
  4. A delivery driver attempted to drop off your parcel this morning, but no one was available to sign for it.
13.
Fill in the Blanks (Reading) (Core)

Choose the word that best fits each blank.

Every Saturday morning, several residents meet in the lobby before joining the cleanup day. Volunteers are asked to bring gloves and wear closed-toe shoes for safety. The building manager hands out garbage bags and recycling bins at the table near the entrance. After the two-hour session, everyone gathers on the lawn for coffee and a short . Anyone who cannot attend in person is welcome to donate supplies instead. Organizers remind participants to any sharp or hazardous items rather than picking them up directly, and to report them to staff.

14.
Fill in the Blanks (Reading) (Core)

Choose the word that best fits each blank.

The apartment manager posted a notice reminding tenants not to run extension cords under carpets or rugs, since this can trap heat and create a fire . Cords should never be plugged into one another to reach a farther outlet; instead, tenants should use a single cord rated for the of the device. The notice also asks residents to unplug cords that feel warm to the touch and to any cord with a cracked or frayed casing. Maintenance staff will inspect hallway outlets monthly and will damaged cords found in common areas immediately.

15.
Fill in the Blanks (Reading) (Core)

Choose the word that best fits each blank.

A passenger who missed her train due to a schedule change went to the ticket counter to request a . The agent explained that refunds are only issued if the cancellation is made at least two hours before . Since the train had already left, the agent instead offered to the ticket to the next available departure at no extra cost. The passenger agreed and was asked to keep her receipt as in case she needed to contact customer service later.

16.
Fill in the Blanks (Reading) (Core)

Choose the word that best fits each blank.

Two coworkers at a retail store agreed to swap their weekend shifts because one of them had a family event to attend. Before making the change official, both employees needed to get from their supervisor, since unapproved swaps are against store policy. They filled out a simple shift-swap form and submitted it three days in of the weekend. The supervisor checked that the swap would not leave any shift and then signed off on it. Once approved, the new schedule was posted on the staff board so everyone could the update.

17.
Fill in the Blanks (Reading & Writing) (Core)

Choose the word that best fits each blank.

The city's snow removal schedule changes once winter storms begin. Residential streets are plowed only after all major roads and bus routes have been . Homeowners are asked to move parked cars off the street by 7 a.m. on scheduled plow days, since vehicles left behind will the crew from clearing that section. Sidewalk clearing remains the responsibility of each property owner, and uncleared walkways can result in a bylaw . Residents can check the online map to see when their street is next in the plowing .

18.
Fill in the Blanks (Reading & Writing) (Core)

Choose the word that best fits each blank.

Renewing a health card in person usually takes less time than people expect if the right documents are ready in advance. Applicants must bring proof of identity, proof of address, and their expiring card to the office. Staff will check that the photo still resembles the applicant before a new card. Most renewals are mailed out within three weeks, though some offices offer same-day for urgent cases. If a card has already expired, medical services may still be covered for a short period, but it is safer not to rely on this.

19.
Fill in the Blanks (Reading & Writing) (Core)

Choose the word that best fits each blank.

Running a stall at the farmers market takes more planning than most first-time vendors expect. Each vendor must submit a stall form at least two weeks before the market opens for the season. Popular spots near the entrance are usually given to vendors who have sold there , so newcomers are often placed toward the back rows at first. Stall fees are collected weekly and cover the cost of tables, tents, and for the parking lot. Vendors are also expected to keep their area tidy and to remove all before leaving each evening.

20.
Fill in the Blanks (Reading & Writing) (Core)

Choose the word that best fits each blank.

Setting up a reliable carpool takes a bit of trust and a clear agreement from the start. Neighbours who share the same commute usually on a weekly schedule so each driver knows which days they are responsible for. Passengers are expected to split the cost of gas and to be ready outside on time, since a late pickup can throw off everyone's . Many groups also agree on a backup plan in case a driver is sick or the car breaks . A short group chat is often enough to confirm plans and to any last-minute changes.

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3. Listening · Part 3, 35 min
Summarize Spoken Text (Core)
Accent: Canadian
PTE Core Summarize Spoken Text

You heard a short talk. Summarize it in 20-30 words.

0 words · aim 2030
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Summarize Spoken Text (Core)
Accent: Canadian
PTE Core Summarize Spoken Text

You heard a short talk. Summarize it in 20-30 words.

0 words · aim 2030
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This is an unofficial practice estimate computed entirely in your browser — nothing is uploaded. It is not an official score. Grammar and spelling use a basic check until you begin writing; the full offline engine then loads on demand.

Summarize Spoken Text (Core)
Accent: Canadian
PTE Core Summarize Spoken Text

You heard a short talk. Summarize it in 20-30 words.

0 words · aim 2030
Your writing will autosave on this device.

This is an unofficial practice estimate computed entirely in your browser — nothing is uploaded. It is not an official score. Grammar and spelling use a basic check until you begin writing; the full offline engine then loads on demand.

Summarize Spoken Text (Core)
Accent: Canadian
PTE Core Summarize Spoken Text

You heard a short talk. Summarize it in 20-30 words.

0 words · aim 2030
Your writing will autosave on this device.

This is an unofficial practice estimate computed entirely in your browser — nothing is uploaded. It is not an official score. Grammar and spelling use a basic check until you begin writing; the full offline engine then loads on demand.