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These practice speaking questions match the PTE Academic format. Practice all 6 speaking tasks: Read Aloud, Repeat Sentence, Describe Image, Re-tell Lecture, Summarize Group Discussion, and Respond to a situation.
Look at the text below. In 40 seconds, you must read this text aloud as naturally and clearly as possible. You have 40 seconds to read aloud.
The emergence of IT has created new products, processes and distribution systems. New products include the computer, the internet and digital TV; new processes include internet banking, automated inventory control and automated teller machines; and new distribution systems include cable and satellite TV.
Look at the text below. In 40 seconds, you must read this text aloud as naturally and clearly as possible. You have 40 seconds to read aloud.
The aim of our research was to explore how moving home at a young age affected the development of pre-school children. There are many different reasons why families choose to move home, some of which are positive and some less so. Over a period of ten years our research team has investigated whether the conditions surrounding moving home, or indeed the fact of moving itself, contribute to children's development problems.
Look at the text below. In 40 seconds, you must read this text aloud as naturally and clearly as possible. You have 40 seconds to read aloud.
A thesis is a claim that you can argue for or against. It should be something that you can present persuasively and clearly in the scope of your paper, so keep in mind the page count. If possible your thesis should also be somewhat original.
Look at the text below. In 40 seconds, you must read this text aloud as naturally and clearly as possible. You have 40 seconds to read aloud.
In Germany, over 100,000 tons of diapers are discarded each year, resulting in the wastage of valuable resources. Diaper liners, which contain special polymers known as superabsorbers, are among the materials that end up in landfills. However, researchers have made significant progress in enhancing the recycling process for these liners, leading to substantial improvements.
Look at the text below. In 40 seconds, you must read this text aloud as naturally and clearly as possible. You have 40 seconds to read aloud.
Around 250 million years ago, 700 species of reptiles closely related to the modern-day crocodile roamed the earth, now new research reveals how a complex interplay between climate change, species competition and habitat can help explain why just 23 species of crocodile survive today.
You will hear a sentence. Please repeat the sentence exactly as you hear it. You will hear the sentence only once.
You will hear a sentence. Please repeat the sentence exactly as you hear it. You will hear the sentence only once.
You will hear a sentence. Please repeat the sentence exactly as you hear it. You will hear the sentence only once.
You will hear a sentence. Please repeat the sentence exactly as you hear it. You will hear the sentence only once.
You will hear a sentence. Please repeat the sentence exactly as you hear it. You will hear the sentence only once.
Look at the graph below. In 25 seconds, please speak into the microphone and describe in detail what the graph is showing. You will have 40 seconds to give your response.
Look at the chart below. In 25 seconds, describe the key features and make relevant comparisons. You will have 40 seconds to give your response.
Study the image carefully. In 25 seconds, describe its main trends and notable details. You will have 40 seconds to respond.
You will hear a lecture. After listening to the lecture, in 10 seconds, please speak into the microphone and retell what you have just heard from the lecture in your own words. You will have 40 seconds to give your response.
There are several things that a person needs to consider to ensure while setting up a website. The first and foremost important thing is your target audience. While creating a website you need to think about what actually user wants and this helps to design the site and add relevant information. The second point is accessibility where your target audience is also active that means providing the links on other websites or social media. And finally, retention is important to keep the site up-to-date and make sure that it provides the latest news and interesting information related to everything.
You will hear a lecture. After listening, in 10 seconds, retell the lecture in your own words. You will have 40 seconds to respond.
There are main three guiding principles such as equity, democracy, and diversity. The speaker's main choice of the word equity rather than equality because this policy ought to distribute the benefits to people where the worst off and do not have to become equal to everybody but there is no other policy that has more disadvantages. The benefits will trickle down to those people who were worst off and does not justify making them worst off. But equity means that do not take any advantage of those people who are weakest.
You will hear a lecture. Retell the main points and supporting details in 40 seconds.
The lecturer talks about boredom in educational environments, its causes, and effects. She thinks boredom can be experienced if a student finds a class too easy or too difficult. Boredom has been found as the reason behind gambling and drug abuse as bored humans want to experience new challenges. However, boredom also has some positive effects such as increased creativity.
You will hear three people having a discussion. When you hear the beep, summarize the whole discussion. You will have 10 seconds to prepare and 2 minutes to give your response.
The discussion centered on a student who felt overwhelmed by writing her essay at the university level. She expressed that the task seemed much more difficult than in high school and that she did not know how to begin. One friend advised her to start by carefully understanding the question before attempting to write, emphasizing that clarity of purpose was essential. The other suggested focusing on drafting the main content first and later organizing it into a coherent structure, noting that the introduction and conclusion would be easier to complete once the core material was written. Both friends agreed that revision and drafting were important, and they offered to provide feedback on her work. They also encouraged her to make use of the campus writing center, where she could receive additional guidance and support. Furthermore, they stressed the importance of taking breaks to regain focus and approaching the task step by step rather than treating it as overwhelming. In conclusion, the conversation highlighted strategies such as understanding the essay prompt, drafting main ideas before refining, using available academic resources, and maintaining a balanced approach. The student acknowledged these suggestions and felt reassured, expressing confidence in starting the task with the support of her friends and institutional resources.
You will hear a group discussion. Summarize the key viewpoints and conclusion in 2 minutes.
The discussion was about preparing a presentation on urban planning, with a focus on cities located by the sea. The tutor encouraged the students to exchange ideas and clarify the structure of their work. Carla mentioned that choosing coastal cities as a topic made the research process more manageable, and Rob added that urbanization is expanding rapidly, with over half of the world's population now living in cities. Carla noted that many of the largest cities are coastal, often situated where rivers meet the sea. Rob explained that such locations create challenges, as industrial and agricultural activities along rivers discharge pollutants that eventually reach urban areas. He illustrated this with the case of Miami, where drainage channels were constructed in the 1950s to prevent flooding. However, due to rising sea levels linked to global warming, these channels have become ineffective, leaving the city vulnerable during heavy rainfall. In summary, the conversation emphasized the unique issues faced by coastal cities, particularly in relation to pollution and inadequate infrastructure, highlighting the importance of sustainable urban planning in addressing environmental changes.
You will hear a group discussion. Summarize the main points and recommendation.
The discussion involves three people talking about housing plan for the upcoming academic year. The speaker one first mentioned information from accommodation office. And then, the speaker has explained that she is torn between living on campus and off-campus. Followed by that, in the discussion, they mentioned assigning rooms on a first-come basis. From her, we know that she will finalize housing choice by Friday. The second speaker is mainly about deciding to come back next year. Firstly, the speaker emphasized that he requested single room yesterday. He also mentioned on-campus accommodation is better for studying. Lastly, the speaker believed that he hates commuting. In addition, he suggested that list of pros for on-campus is longer So, he referred to repetitive cafeteria food. As a result, he finally concluded that he pops by to study sometimes. As for the third speaker, she agreed with considering living outside. What's more, she shared the opinion about preferring independence and experiencing more of the city.
Listen to and read a description of a situation. You will have 10 seconds to think about your answer. Then you will hear a beep. You will have 40 seconds to answer the question. Please answer as completely as you can.
Hi! I would like to discuss an issue we have encountered with the group hiking trip. The background is that upon arrival at the meeting point, I notice some of you have brought single-use plastic water bottles and snack wrappers, leaving behind litter. In the situation, what I can think of is to quickly gather up the litter. Besides, another thing that comes to my mind is to bring reusable bottles next time.
Read the situation and respond appropriately after the beep. You will have 40 seconds to answer.
Hi! I would like to discuss an issue we have encountered with the weekly book club meeting. The background is that everyone's excited to discuss the latest read. However, upon arrival, I notice some of us haven't finished the book and are unable to participate fully in the discussion. In the situation, what I can think of is to share a summary of the book. Besides, another thing that comes to my mind is to set clearer check-in points.
Read the situation and provide a polite, complete response after the beep.
Hi! I would like to discuss an issue we have encountered with the use of kitchen utensils in our barbecue. The background is that upon your arrival, I notice some of us are using my kitchen utensils carelessly. In the situation, what I can think of is to remind you to be careful. Besides, another thing that comes to my mind is to share a usage guide for utensils.