The Official Guide to PTE Academic

Authors David Hill, Simon Cotterill · Publisher Siwon School LAB · Published 2026-07-06 · ISBN 9791124612323

Book Introduction

Structure and Features of This Book

A PTE strategy textbook that combines the official guide from the test creator with practice tests and commentary lectures.

01. PTE Standard based on Official Test Creator Guidelines

? Official learning to accurately understand actual test types and scoring criteria
? Prepare for the real test based on official questions from the test creator
? Strategic learning for AI scoring criteria (fluency, pronunciation, etc.)
? Provides commentary lectures and learning materials

02. Integrated Learning Textbook Connecting Theory to Practice

? Step-by-step learning from understanding the test structure → problem-solving → practice for the real test
? Systematic organization by section (Speaking & Writing / Reading / Listening)

03. Practice Test Included (Korean Edition Only)

? Additional practice test included (1 set, Korean edition only)
? Maximized learning efficiency with free commentary lectures
? Supports strategic learning for short-term score improvement

Learners Who Need This Book

All students preparing for the PTE exam
From beginner learners who need to understand the test to advanced learners aiming for high scores

Table of Contents

■ Book Structure and Features
■ Introduction to the PTE Exam
■ Test Structure
■ Test Preparation
■ On Test Day
■ Score Report

Part 1 Speaking and Writing

[Speaking] Personal Introduction
[Speaking] Read Aloud
[Speaking] Repeat Sentence
[Speaking] Describe Image
[Speaking] Retell Lecture
[Speaking] Answer Short Question
[Speaking] Summarize Group Discussion
[Speaking] Respond to a Situation
Improving Speaking Skills
[Writing] Summarize Written Text
[Writing] Write Essay
Improving Writing Skills

Part 2 Reading

[Reading] Fill in the Blanks - Dropdown
[Reading] Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers
[Reading] Reorder Paragraph
[Reading] Fill in the Blanks - Drag and Drop
[Reading] Multiple Choice, Single Answer
Improving Reading Skills

Part 3 Listening

[Listening] Summarize Spoken Text
[Listening] Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers
[Listening] Fill in the Blanks - Type In
[Listening] Highlight Correct Summary
[Listening] Multiple Choice, Single Answer
[Listening] Select Missing Word
[Listening] Highlight Incorrect Words
[Listening] Write from Dictation
Improving Listening Skills

Speaking

[SPEAKING Question Type 1] Listen and Repeat (1) - Basic Skills
[SPEAKING Question Type 1] Listen and Repeat (2) - Practice
[SPEAKING Question Type 2] Respond to Interview (1) - Basic Skills
[SPEAKING Question Type 2] Respond to Interview (2) - Practice

Practice Test

Part 1: Speaking and Writing
Part 2: Reading
Part 3: Listening

Separate Volume: Answer Key
Online Course: Practice Test Commentary Lecture (Enter coupon on front flap)
Online Appendix: Audio Files (Access lab.siwonschool.com ▶ Click on "Textbook/MP3" tab ▶ Search for the book ▶ Download)