PTE Academic, Listening
PTE Select Missing Word
The end of a recording is replaced by a beep; you choose the words that complete it.
Format and scoring
| Skill | Listening |
|---|---|
| How it's scored | One mark for the correct option. |
| Weight (estimate) | About 3% of your listening score |
How to answer Select Missing Word
- 1Follow the speaker's argument.
- 2Predict the ending before the beep.
- 3Choose the option that completes the logic.
Common mistakes
- Not reading the options while listening.
Sample question
Too much choice
This is a listening question: open it in the app to hear the recording.