How We Scored 90/90 in PTE: Tips and Templates for Skilled Migration Visa

1. Introduction:

   • My partner and I took the PTE exam as part of the Skilled Migration Visa process.

   • Both achieved a perfect score of 90/90.

   • Sharing our preparation tips and the resources we used.

2. Preparation Strategy:

   • Main Resource:

     • Used ApeUni as our primary review material.

   • Templates:

     • Followed Jimmyssem's templates for:

       • Describe Image (DI)

       • Retell Lecture (RL)

       • Summarize Written Text (SWT)

       • Repeat Sentence (RS) - Used the "write initials" technique.

     • Found Jimmyssem's templates more natural and effective compared to Milestone Study's.

3. Key Tips for Success:

   • Speaking Section:

     • Focus on fluency and pronunciation.

     • Use templates that feel natural to you.

   • Writing Section:

     • Practice structuring essays and summaries clearly and concisely.

   • Reading Section:

     • Improve skimming and scanning skills to answer questions quickly.

   • Listening Section:

     • Practice understanding different accents and taking quick notes.

4. Why We Chose Jimmyssem's Templates:

   • Found them more intuitive and easier to implement during the exam.

   • Milestone Study's templates felt strange and less effective for us.

5. Conclusion:

   • Consistent practice and using the right templates are key to achieving a high score in PTE.

   • Choose resources and templates that suit your learning style.

   • Good luck with your PTE preparation!

Thank you for your tips and support!

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