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Young Frog Stage
Speaker: British English
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The task
What is Answer Short Question in PTE?
- Recording
- 3–9 seconds: one question
- Section
- Part 1: Speaking and Writing
- Time to answer
- 10 seconds. There is no tone: start right after the question
- In the test
- 5–6 items in PTE Academic
- Skills
- Listening (PTE Academic Score Guide, July 2025)
Source: Pearson's PTE test-format pages and Score Guides (PTE Academic July 2025, PTE Core January 2026).
Marks
How PTE Answer Short Question is scored
- •Correct or incorrect: one mark for an appropriate word or phrase, zero otherwise.
- •A short, accurate answer gets full marks; extra words earn no extra credit.
- •Recording stops after three seconds of silence, so answer promptly.
In the test
How many Answer Short Question questions are in the PTE test?
Pearson's PTE Academic Score Guide (July 2025) lists 5–6 Answer Short Question items in Part 1.
Two tests
Answer Short Question in PTE Academic vs PTE Core
| PTE Academic | PTE Core | |
|---|---|---|
| Recording and answer | 3–9 s question, 10 s to answer | The same |
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Tips
PTE Answer Short Question tips and tricks
- 1
Listen to the whole question: the key word often comes at the end ("…is called what?").
- 2
Answer with just the word or short phrase. No full sentence is needed.
- 3
If unsure, say your best guess: there is no penalty for a wrong answer.
- 4
Speak clearly; the answer must be recognisable.
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Try a free PTE mock →Answer Short Question: frequently asked questions
Is there a template for Answer Short Question?+
No template is needed. Answer with just the word or short phrase the question asks for; Pearson says extra words earn no extra credit.
How do I practise Answer Short Question?+
Play the question once, answer aloud in a word or two within 10 seconds, then check the sample answer. The app scores spoken answers on a free account.
Do I need to answer in a full sentence?+
No. Pearson says one word or a few words is often enough, and extra words earn no credit.
Is there a beep before I answer?+
No. Unlike Repeat Sentence there is no tone; the microphone opens when the question ends.
What kind of knowledge is tested?+
General knowledge any educated adult has: everyday science, the body, nature, study life and common objects. It tests listening and vocabulary, not specialist facts.
Do I need an account?+
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