PTE Core Exam Pattern - Writing

The PTE Writing module of PTE Core is in the same section as Speaking (Section 1) but is the second part or module of the test. It tests the candidate's ability to write and express their opinion in accurate English. It has two types of questions and the test takers have to type their responses using a keyboard and a computer screen. The responses are scored by an automated system based on various criteria such as grammar, spelling, punctuation, coherence, and vocabulary. PTE Writing practice is an important aspect of PTE preparation.

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Summarize Written Text

Summarize Written Text PTE is a question type where a student is required to create a concise summary of the text. This question will check the student’s Reading & Writing Skills. You have 10 minutes to write your summary. Make sure to include the main points of the reading passage in the summary with a maximum of 25 - 50 words.

Task

Read the text. Then write a short 25–50 word summary.

Skills assessed

Reading and Writing

Prompt length

Text up to 200 words

Time to answer

10 minutes

Number of questions

1 - 2