Walnut English PTE Study Guide
PTE Question Type Strategies
PTE 各题型备考策略
Use this bilingual guide to compare every PTE Academic question type, understand which skill scores it contributes to, and choose an efficient practice focus.
这份中英双语指南整理了 PTE Academic 每个题型的常见题量、影响的技能分、Overall 平均贡献、练习重点和备考优先级，帮助你更合理地安排学习时间。
Important: The percentages below are Pearson’s average contribution weightings, not a fixed score calculator. Overall is not a simple average of the four skill scores.
重要说明：下方百分比是 Pearson 公布的平均贡献权重，不是固定加分公式。Overall 也不是听、说、读、写四项的简单平均。
Speaking Strategies / 口语题型策略
重点同时看 Speaking、Listening 和 Overall 的综合贡献。
| Question Type / 题型 | Common Items / 常见题量 | Speaking | Writing | Reading | Listening | Overall | Practice Strategy / 练习策略 | Priority / 优先级 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RARead Aloud朗读 | 6–7 | 9% | — | — | — | 4% | Aim for clear, steady and connected speech. Avoid misreading keywords, and do not sacrifice accuracy for speed.保持清楚、稳定、连贯；少读错关键词，不要为了速度牺牲准确性。 | P2 / 优先级2 |
| RSRepeat Sentence复述句子 | 10–12 | 16% | — | — | 17% | 7% | Capture meaning groups and keywords first, then improve completeness. It responds well to frequent, high-volume practice.先抓意群和关键词，再提升完整度；适合高频、高量训练。 | P2 / 优先级2 |
| DIDescribe Image描述图片 | 5–6 | 31% | — | — | — | 15% | A template can help, but it must sound natural. Focus on fluent organisation and coverage of the image’s key information.模板可以用，但必须自然；重点是流利组织和覆盖图片核心信息。 | P1 / 优先级1 |
| RLRetell Lecture复述讲座 | 2–3 | 13% | — | — | 13% | 6% | Build a clear note-taking structure. Capture the topic, key details and conclusion before organising your response.练习结构化笔记；抓主题、关键细节和结论，再组织回答。 | P2 / 优先级2 |
| ASQAnswer Short Question回答简短问题 | 5–6 | — | — | — | 4% | 2% | Review everyday vocabulary and general knowledge. Become familiar with the format without giving it too much study time.复习日常词汇和常识题；熟悉题型即可，不要占用过多复习时间。 | P3 / 优先级3 |
| SGDSummarise Group Discussion总结小组讨论 | 2–3 | 19% | — | — | 20% | 9% | Listen for each speaker’s view, then summarise agreements and differences. This task develops both speaking and listening.听取多人观点，再总结共识和差异；这个题型会同时带动口语和听力。 | P1 / 优先级1 |
| RTSRespond to a Situation情境回应 | 2–3 | 13% | — | — | — | 6% | Respond directly and appropriately to the situation. Do not rely on a rigid memorised template; meet every task requirement.根据情境直接回应；不要背死模板，必须回答到任务要求。 | P3 / 优先级3 |
Writing & Reading Strategies / 写作与阅读题型策略
SWT、Essay 和两类 Reading FIB 是这一部分的训练重点。
| Question Type / 题型 | Common Items / 常见题量 | Speaking | Writing | Reading | Listening | Overall | Practice Strategy / 练习策略 | Priority / 优先级 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SWTSummarise Written Text总结书面文本 | 2 | — | 28% | 23% | — | 7% | Write one sentence of 5–75 words. Both content and formal requirements must be met.写成 5–75 词的一句话；内容和格式要求都必须过线。 | P1 / 优先级1 |
| WEWrite Essay写作文 | 1 | — | 31% | — | — | 7% | Present a clear position, complete structure and reliable grammar. Avoid filling the essay with too many memorised template sentences.观点清楚、结构完整、语法稳定；不要堆太多背诵的模板句。 | P1 / 优先级1 |
| FIB-DropdownFill in the Blanks (Dropdown)阅读下拉填空 | 5–6 | — | — | 25% | — | 7% | Practise vocabulary, collocations, grammar and contextual judgement together.同时练习词汇、搭配、语法和上下文判断。 | P1 / 优先级1 |
| MC-M ReadingMultiple Choice, Multiple Answers阅读多选 | 2–3 | — | — | 5% | — | 1% | Use the question stem to locate evidence. Be cautious with extra selections and avoid over-guessing.根据题干定位证据；多选时要谨慎，不要过度猜测。 | P3 / 优先级3 |
| ROReorder Paragraph段落排序 | 2–3 | — | — | 9% | — | 3% | Study sentence links, pronoun references, connectors and overall paragraph structure.练习句间逻辑、代词指代、连接词和段落结构。 | P3 / 优先级3 |
| FIB-Drag & DropFill in the Blanks (Drag and Drop)阅读拖拽填空 | 4–5 | — | — | 20% | — | 6% | Combine part of speech, collocations, fixed expressions and context when choosing each answer.结合词性、搭配、固定表达和语境判断每个答案。 | P1 / 优先级1 |
| MC-S ReadingMultiple Choice, Single Answer阅读单选 | 2–3 | — | — | 3% | — | <1% | Learn the method and complete a small amount of practice. Its low weighting does not justify excessive study time.熟悉方法并做少量练习即可；分值较低，不建议投入过多时间。 | P3 / 优先级3 |
Listening Strategies / 听力题型策略
WFD、SST 和 HIW 需要连同写作、阅读贡献一起看。
| Question Type / 题型 | Common Items / 常见题量 | Speaking | Writing | Reading | Listening | Overall | Practice Strategy / 练习策略 | Priority / 优先级 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SSTSummarise Spoken Text总结听力文本 | 1 | — | 18% | — | 10% | 4% | Practise note-taking and a 50–70 word summary. Keep content, form, vocabulary and grammar reliable.练习笔记和 50–70 词总结；内容、格式、词汇和语法都要稳定。 | P2 / 优先级2 |
| MC-M ListeningMultiple Choice, Multiple Answers听力多选 | 2–3 | — | — | — | 3% | 1% | Listen for the main idea first, then assess each option. Use limited practice to learn the format.先听主旨，再逐个判断选项；通过少量练习熟悉题型。 | P3 / 优先级3 |
| FIB-LFill in the Blanks (Type In)听力填空 | 2–3 | — | — | — | 8% | 3% | Train spelling, word forms and recognition of connected speech together.把拼写、词形和连读识别放在一起练。 | P3 / 优先级3 |
| HCSHighlight Correct Summary选择正确摘要 | 2–3 | — | — | 3% | 2% | <1% | Focus on the main idea and structure instead of becoming distracted by minor details.抓主旨和结构，不要纠结细枝末节。 | P3 / 优先级3 |
| MC-S ListeningMultiple Choice, Single Answer听力单选 | 1–3 | — | — | — | 2% | <1% | Become familiar with the task and control the amount of time invested in practice.熟悉题型即可，并控制练习投入。 | P3 / 优先级3 |
| SMWSelect Missing Word选择缺失单词 | 1–2 | — | — | — | 1% | 1% | Listen for transitions and predict from context. Keep practice proportionate to its low weighting.注意转折并根据上下文预测；分值较低，控制练习时间。 | P3 / 优先级3 |
| HIWHighlight Incorrect Words找出错误单词 | 2–3 | — | — | 13% | 8% | 4% | Train text tracking, sound discrimination and sustained attention. Avoid moving or clicking the mouse randomly.练习跟读、辨音和持续注意力；鼠标不要乱滑或乱点。 | P2 / 优先级2 |
| WFDWrite From Dictation听写句子 | 3–4 | — | 23% | — | 13% | 5% | Practise consistently and frequently. Train listening recall, sentence structure and accurate spelling every day.保持高频、稳定训练；每天练听写记忆、句子结构和准确拼写。 | P1 / 优先级1 |
Study Priorities / 备考优先级
Weighting helps determine priority; language ability determines your ceiling. Lower-weighted tasks should not be ignored, but they should not take over your study plan.
权重决定优先级，能力决定上限。低权重题不能完全放弃，但也不应该占用最宝贵的复习时间。
Priority 1 / 优先级 1
DI, SGD, SWT, WE, FIB-Dropdown, FIB-Drag & Drop, WFD
Schedule these first because of their higher weighting or contribution to multiple skills.
优先安排：权重较高，或者同时影响多个技能。
Priority 2 / 优先级 2
RS, RL, SST, HIW, RA
Use consistent practice to improve stability across speaking, listening and writing foundations.
稳定提升：分值不低，并能带动口语、听力或写作基础。
Priority 3 / 优先级 3
MC-S, MC-M, SMW, HCS, ASQ, RO, RTS, FIB-L
Learn the method and avoid unanswered questions or basic errors, without over-investing time.
熟悉方法：避免空题和低级错误，但不要过度占用时间。
Practice Focus by Target Score / 不同目标分的练习方向
Target 50–58 / 目标 50–58
Complete every task and establish basic response structures and processes.
先保证所有题型不空题，并建立基本模板和答题流程。
Target 65 / 目标 65
Stabilise DI, SWT, FIB, WFD, RS and SST. Do not rely only on recalled questions.
重点稳定 DI、SWT、FIB、WFD、RS 和 SST，不要只刷机经。
Target 79+ / 目标 79+
Natural speaking, high-quality writing, strong vocabulary and accurate dictation must all be reliable.
口语自然度、写作质量、阅读词汇和听写准确率都必须稳定在线。