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PTE Academic UKVI

This is a four-skills English language test accepted by the UK Home Office for all visa applications that require a Secure English Language Test (SELT). It assesses speaking, writing, reading, and listening skills for individuals applying for UK study, work, or family visas.

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Q1. During the "Read aloud" task, what happens if you remain silent for more than three consecutive seconds after the recording begins?
  • A.  The question is skipped automatically.
  • B.  You are given a warning to continue speaking.
  • C.  The microphone closes and the recording stops.
  • D.  The timer for the entire section is reduced.
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✓ Answer: C. The microphone closes and the recording stops.
The system detects prolonged silence and assumes you have finished, automatically stopping the recording. This is why it is important to click 'Next' immediately after you finish.
Q2. If a sentence is 15 words long and you only remember and repeat the first 8 words correctly and fluently, what is the likely scoring outcome?
  • A.  You will receive a zero score for content because the sentence was incomplete.
  • B.  You will receive a full score because you repeated more than 50% of the words.
  • C.  You will receive a partial score for content, plus scores for fluency and pronunciation.
  • D.  Your score will be based only on fluency, as the content was incorrect.
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✓ Answer: C. You will receive a partial score for content, plus scores for fluency and pronunciation.
PTE awards partial credit. You are scored on the number of correct words in the correct sequence, so repeating a significant portion correctly is rewarded.
Q3. When describing a process diagram, what is the most crucial 'Content' element to convey?
  • A.  The colours and shapes of the boxes in the diagram.
  • B.  The logical sequence of stages and the flow of the process.
  • C.  The exact number of arrows connecting the stages.
  • D.  A personal opinion about the efficiency of the process.
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✓ Answer: B. The logical sequence of stages and the flow of the process.
For process diagrams, the key content is the step-by-step order and how the stages connect to form the overall process.
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Read aloud · 29
Repeat sentence · 27
Describe image · 29
Summarize written text · 30
Write essay · 30
Reading: Fill in the blanks · 30
Summarize spoken text · 15
Write from dictation · 19
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How many questions are in the PTE Academic UKVI?
The exam has 40 questions. Every Revision Robin mock uses the same 40-question format so your practice matches the real thing.
What is the pass mark for the PTE Academic UKVI?
You need 28 out of 40 correct to pass, which is about 70%. Our mocks mark you against this exact threshold.
How long do you get?
The test is timed at 45 minutes. Our full mock runs on the same clock so you can practise your pacing.
Are these the real exam questions?
No. Our questions are original and written to match the current syllabus, so they give realistic practice without copying the official paper. Every answer comes with a plain-English explanation. Always confirm current rules and content with Pearson.
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