Writing

Grammar, vocabulary, and written discourse — summarised and structured.

29–30 min in the exam · 4 task types.

Writing task types

  1. Summarize Written Text (PTE Academic) — Read a passage and summarise it in a single sentence.; 1–2 in the exam; 10 minutes per question; tests Grammar, Vocabulary, Reading; about 7% of the Academic score; AI marked. Summarize Written Text study guide
  2. Write Essay (PTE Academic) — Argue or analyse a prompt in 200–300 words.; 1–2 in the exam; 20 minutes per question; tests Grammar, Vocabulary, Written discourse; about 7% of the Academic score; AI marked. Write Essay study guide
  3. Summarize Written Text (PTE Core) — Read a short passage and summarise it (25–50 words, PTE Core).; 1 in the exam; 10 minutes; tests Grammar, Vocabulary, Reading; AI marked.
  4. Write Email (PTE Core) — Write an 80–120 word email responding to the prompt (PTE Core).; 1 in the exam; 9 minutes; tests Grammar, Vocabulary, Written discourse; AI marked.

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