PTE Academic Reading Strategies

Rez introduces the PTE Academic Reading section, focusing on the fill in the blanks drag and drop task. He explains the scoring system, task types, and offers tips for improving vocabulary and grammar. Rez emphasizes the importance of proofreading and practice, providing examples and explanations for practice questions.

What is the main focus of today's lesson?

• PTE Academic Writing

• PTE Academic Listening

• PTE Academic Reading: Fill in the Blanks - Drag and Drop

• PTE Academic Speaking

What score did the instructor achieve in the PTE Academic Reading section?

• 90 points

• 65 points

• 74 points

• 86 points

What is the equivalent IELTS band for a PTE score of 74?

• 8.0

• 7.5

• 7.0

• 6.5

What PTE score range corresponds to an IELTS band of 8?

• 73 to 78

• 79 to 82

• 86 and above

• 83 to 85

What is the purpose of the PTE Reading section?

• To evaluate speaking skills

• To assess writing proficiency

• To evaluate the ability to read and interpret academic English

• To test mathematical skills

How many tasks are included in the PTE Reading section?

• Six

• Four

• Three

• Five

What is the scoring for Task 2: Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers?

• One point for each correct answer, minus one for incorrect

• One point for each correct answer, no negative marking

• Two points for each correct answer

• No negative marking

What is the main focus of Task 4 in the PTE Reading section?

• Reorder paragraphs

• Fill in the blanks - Drag and Drop

• Multiple choice questions

• Summarize spoken text

What is a key strategy for Task 4: Fill in the Blanks - Drag and Drop?

• Focus on listening skills

• Memorize grammar rules

• Use synonyms and collocations

• Practice speaking fluently

What is the importance of having a strong vocabulary base?

• It improves listening skills

• It is crucial for scoring well in the fill-in-the-blanks section

• It helps in writing essays

• It enhances speaking fluency