Are you looking for last-minute tips to boost your PTE reading score? You're in the right place! In this blog, we’ll share practical insights, strategies, and effective tips that have helped students improve their reading skills quickly—especially when just a couple of days are left before the exam. These are not generic tips, but tried-and-tested strategies that have delivered real results. If you’re preparing through a PTE Mock Test or enrolled in a PTE Course, these tips can make a noticeable difference.
Hello everyone! This is Vishal from Vision Language Experts. Let’s start with Reading and Writing Fill in the Blanks. Time management is key. Many students lose valuable time on these questions and end up rushing through other parts. Ideally, you should spend 2 minutes 30 seconds to 2 minutes 45 seconds on these questions. Exceeding this limit could jeopardize your ability to complete Reorder Paragraphs and Reading Fill in the Blanks effectively.
For Reorder Paragraphs, aim to spend no more than 2 minutes to 2 minutes 15 seconds per question. Save the rest of your time for Reading Fill in the Blanks, targeting around 2 to 2.5 minutes per question. Practicing with a PTE Mock Test from Vision Language Experts can help you get used to this pacing. If you're taking a structured PTE Course, make sure these timing strategies are a core part of your preparation.
Students often get confused when two answer options seem correct. That’s where the elimination strategy comes into play. First, understand the context—don’t jump straight to the blank. Read the sentence before and after the blank. In short passages, read two sentences together to grasp the idea better.
Understanding collocations is essential. These are words that naturally go together. For example, if the context is about a building, the word "construction" fits better than "development" because of its strong association. Even if the grammar feels off, if it’s a strong collocation, it might be the right answer. Practicing on a PTE Mock Test platform like Vision Language Experts helps reinforce this skill—something every good PTE Course should emphasize.
When facing difficult reorder questions, don’t try to find the full sequence right away. Instead, focus on finding pairs of sentences. Each correct pair earns you marks, even if the overall order is wrong. Start by identifying general and specific sentences and pairing them up logically.
If you want to dive deeper into mastering reorder paragraphs, Vision Language Experts offers tutorials that explain how to handle these questions efficiently in under 2 minutes—often included as part of their comprehensive PTE Course.
For Reading and Writing Fill in the Blanks, avoid reading word-by-word. Use the technique of skimming and scanning to identify meaningful words and get a quick grasp of the main idea. You don’t need to understand every single word. Focus on keywords and clues that give context.
Understand the sentence structure first, then open the blanks and start evaluating the options. This method saves time and increases accuracy.
I always recommend students to practice on the VLE Portal by Vision Language Experts. It offers the most realistic PTE Mock Test questions, updated templates, and accurate scoring methods. Practicing on this platform ensures that you're fully prepared for the actual exam conditions. If you’re looking for a complete prep solution, consider enrolling in their PTE Course for structured guidance and expert feedback.
Vishal Kapoor is having 6+ years of expertise in instructing PTE and NAATI, both in Australia and internationally, with an impressive 100% success rate among students. As a certified expert by Pearson in PTE and NAATI, Vishal Kapoor has developed a comprehensive teaching approach derived from extensive research and a wealth of teaching experience. Tailoring coaching techniques to individual skill levels and target scores, Vishal's guidance has proven instrumental in helping numerous aspirants attain their desired scores. With a commitment to personalized tips and solutions, Vishal Kapoor is dedicated to facilitating the success of those preparing for PTE and NAATI examinations.
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