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PTE Multiple Choice, Single Answer practice tests your ability to understand the main idea of a short audio and choose the single correct answer from several options. You listen once and select the option according to the question.
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Multiple Choice, Single Answer appears in both PTE Academic and PTE Core, and the task format is almost identical in both tests. You listen to a short recording and choose the one answer that correctly reflects the main idea, purpose, or key information. PTE Academic usually includes academic-style topics with 2-3 questions, while PTE Core includes everyday subjects with 1-2 questions. In both tests, the audio plays automatically, and you can listen only once. In PTE Academic audio length will be 30-90 seconds, whereas in PTE Core audio length will be 30-60 seconds
| Prompt Length | Skills Assessed | No. of Question |
|---|---|---|
| 30-90 Seconds (PTE Academic) 30-60 Seconds (PTE Core) | Listening | 2-3 (PTE Academic), 1-2 (PTE Core) |
These tips help you listen with a clear purpose and select the option that best matches the question.
Quickly reading the question and choices helps your mind prepare for what the speaker may discuss. This step gives you an idea of the topic and possible directions, making it easier to follow the audio from the beginning. It also allows you to listen with intention instead of guessing afterwards.
The question usually targets the speaker’s overall message or purpose, so focus on the core idea rather than isolated examples. Minor details may distract you, but they rarely represent the correct answer. Concentrate on what the speaker is trying to explain or emphasize.
Sometimes the correct answer is based on why the speaker is giving the information, not just what they say. Listen for clues such as explanations, warnings, suggestions, or opinions. Understanding the intention helps you eliminate options that only mention partial information.
Writing down keywords, emotions, or repeated points can help you recall the main message after the audio ends. Simple notes like cause, problem, solution, or future prediction are often enough to guide your selection. Avoid writing too much, as it may distract you.
Some choices may look similar to the recording but contain added details or misleading statements. Remove answers that exaggerate or change the speaker’s meaning. The correct answer always reflects the audio accurately and completely.
Trying to read and listen at the same time can make you miss important information. Focus fully on listening first, then check which option matches the message you heard. This approach increases accuracy and reduces confusion.
After listening, match your understanding with the most relevant option. If two options seem similar, pick the one that reflects the entire message rather than a single supporting detail. Trust your notes and the main idea you captured.
PTE Academic uses academic-style recordings and includes 2-3 questions, while PTE Core uses everyday topics and includes 1-2 questions. The task format remains the same in both tests: listen once and choose the single correct answer.
Yes, some incorrect choices may include true statements but fail to represent the main message. The correct answer always reflects the overall meaning, not small parts of the audio.
No, you can listen only once in both PTE Academic and PTE Core, so you must focus carefully from the beginning.
No, incorrect answers receive zero marks, but no negative marking is applied in either test.
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