PET Speaking Test Quiz

How long does the PET Speaking Test last?

• 5-7 minutes

• 10-12 minutes

• 15-20 minutes

• 8-10 minutes

Answer explanation

The PET Speaking Test lasts about 10 to 12 minutes.

How many examiners are present during the test?

• One

• Three

• Two

• Four

Answer explanation

There are two examiners: the interlocutor who speaks to you and the assessor who listens.

What is the duration of Part 1 of the test?

• 2-3 minutes

• 1-2 minutes

• 3-4 minutes

• 5-6 minutes

Answer explanation

Part 1 lasts 2-3 minutes and involves answering questions about yourself.

What do candidates do in Part 2?

• Discuss a topic with the examiner

• Talk about a photograph

• Make a decision together

• Answer personal questions

Answer explanation

In Part 2, each candidate talks about a different color photograph for 1-2 minutes.

What is the combined duration of Parts 3 and 4?

• 4 minutes

• 8 minutes

• 6 minutes

• 10 minutes

Answer explanation

Parts 3 and 4 together last about 6 minutes, involving discussion and decision-making.

What does the assessor focus on during the test?

• Taking notes only

• Timing the test

• Asking questions

• Grammar, Vocabulary, Pronunciation, and Interactive Communication

Answer explanation

The assessor evaluates Grammar and Vocabulary, Discourse Management, Pronunciation, and Interactive Communication.

What is the role of the interlocutor?

• Listens and assesses

• Speaks to candidates

• Records the test

• Times the test

Answer explanation

The interlocutor speaks to the candidates, guiding the test and give Global achievement score, while the assessor listens.

What is assessed in 'Global Achievement'?

• Individual sounds

• Vocabulary range only

• Overall communication ability

• Grammar accuracy only

Answer explanation

Global Achievement assesses your overall ability to communicate effectively on the given topics.

In Part 3, what is the main task you and your partner must do with the pictures provided?

• Describe them individually without talking to each other

• Discuss them and make a decision together

• Answer questions about them from the examiner

• Rank them in order of preference silently

Answer explanation

In Part 3, you and your partner discuss the activities, things, or places shown in the pictures related to a situation and work together to make a decision.

How long do you typically discuss the options in Part 3?

• 2-3 minutes

• 1-2 minutes

• 4-5 minutes

• The full 6 minutes

Answer explanation

The discussion in Part 3 lasts about 2-3 minutes, after which the examiner moves to Part 4.