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This section introduces the Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers practice task and explains how it appears in both PTE Academic and PTE Core. It helps you understand the format, scoring, and listening requirements.
The primary purpose of the passage is to_____
In this task, you listen to a short recording and select more than one correct option based on its content or tone. PTE Academic uses audio clips of 80-120 seconds with 2–3 questions, while PTE Core uses slightly shorter clips of 50-90 seconds with 1–2 questions. Both tests follow the same answering method: the audio plays once, you select all the correct responses, and points are awarded using partial credit.
| Prompt Length | Skills Assessed | No. of Question |
|---|---|---|
| 60-90 Seconds (PTE Academic) & 45-75 (PTE Core) | Listening & Writing | 1 (PTE Academic), 1-2 (PTE Core) |
These tips help you understand how to listen actively, take effective notes, and choose correct answers with better accuracy.
Reading the question early helps you understand what the speaker will focus on. It prepares your mind to listen for specific ideas instead of random details.
Note-taking helps you stay focused and remember key points. Write down important facts such as events, reasons, examples, and contrasting opinions because more than one answer is usually correct.
Many options contain similar vocabulary from the recording. The correct choices match the meaning, not just the words. Listen carefully to understand the speaker’s overall message.
Some questions test tone rather than content. Notice whether the speaker sounds concerned, enthusiastic, doubtful, or neutral to select the right response.
Selecting every option reduces your score. Choose only the answers that clearly match what you heard. If you are unsure about an option, do not select it.
Remove options that clearly do not match the recording. This strategy helps you focus on the most accurate responses and reduces confusion.
Before moving on, quickly check if your answers match your notes. This final check helps you avoid accidental selections or missed options.
In PTE Academic, the Listening section usually lasts 30-43 minutes, while in PTE Core it lasts 20-30 minutes. The difference occurs because PTE Core includes fewer question types and shorter recordings.
In PTE Academic, you write a 50-70 word summary of a longer academic lecture, whereas in PTE Core, you listen to a shorter, more general-purpose recording and type a summary of 30-40 words. The Academic version focuses on academic skills, while the Core focuses on everyday communication.
Both tests use partial scoring, but the overall weight differs because PTE Academic contributes to a 10-90 score scale, while PTE Core contributes to CLB-based scoring. However, the scoring method for correct and incorrect options works the same in both tests.
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