Worksheet 1

Summarize written text : Read the passage. Then summarize it using one sentence using about 50
words.
Passage 1

San people, tribe, Africa

San, people of southern Africa, consisting of several groups and numbering over 85,000 in all. They are
generally short in stature; their skin is yellowish brown in color; and they feature prominent cheekbones. The
San have been called Bushmen by whites in South Africa, but the term is now considered derogatory.
Although many now work for white settlers, about half are still nomadic hunters and gatherers of wild food
in desolate areas like the Kalahari semi-desert, which streches between todays Nation States of Botswana,
Namibia and South Africa. Their social unit is the small hunting band; larger organizations are loose and
temporary. Grashuts, caves and rock shelters are used as dwellings. They possess only what they can carry,
using poisoned arrowheads to fell game and transporting water in ostrich-egg shells. The San have a rich
folklore, are skilled in drawing, and have a remarkably complex language characterized by the use of click
sounds, related to that of the Khoikhoi . For thousands of years the San lived in southern and central Africa,
but by the time of the Portuguese arrival in the 15th cent., they had already been forced into the interior of
southern Africa. In the 18th and 19th cent., they resisted the encroachment on their lands of Dutch settlers,
but by 1862 that resistance had been crushed.

Keywords

San people, Africa, hunting, complex language

Sample response

Several of San, short Southern African people with yellowish brown skin color and prominent
cheekbones, still live in small hunting units, following a primitive way of life in interior of
southern Africa, having been pushed there by the Portugese.

Write Essay: Read the topic. Then write an essay about the topic in the space provided below. You
should write 200-300 words.
Topic 1

Nowadays TV has become an essential part of life. Some view it as a medium to spread news & awareness while for
others it acts like a companion. What is your opinion about this?

Keywords

Television, role, everyday life, information, news, companion

Sample Essay

Television is a mass communication media and plays a significant role in our society. Some
people think that it has strong effect in influencing people’s thinking by providing them news
and information, while others argue that it is merely a source of entertainment. I believe
Television has a role to play in both areas. The following paragraphs will elaborate this point
of view further.
First of all, people can receive any news and information on science, economy, environment
and politics through TV from any corner of the world immediately. For example, the investors
and shareholders in share market rely on suggestions given by international trade analysts on
TV to decide about their investment. By bringing us the news from all over the world,
Television helps people in country develop empathy and understanding for people far away.
This brings the world closer and makes it a better place.

Second of all, it is undeniable that the programs on TV provide good company and
entertainment to people. For example, a lot of people watch shows such as Friends almost on
a daily basis. They start to identify with the characters and the TV shows and develop
attachment towards the show. TV has effectively become a companion for millions around
the world.

In conclusion, I would like to reiterate the fact that our lives today are tremendously and
positively affected by TV. As long as we don’t overdo our Television consumption, we only
stand to benefit from this marvellous invention.

Read Aloud: Read the followings.

Certain types of methodology are more suitable for some research projects than others. For example, the use of
questionnaires and surveys is more suitable for quantitative research whereas interviews and focus groups are more often
used for qualitative research purposes.

Question 2

Pluto was one of the nine planets recognized to our solar system. But in 2021, it was relegated to the official status of
dwarf planet by the international astronomical union (IAU). It will bring into clear focus once more what is, and what
isn’t, meant by the term planet.

Reorder Paragraph: Write the order (number)

1. But we cannot deny the advantages of technology, for example, phones have brought the world closer.
2. Technology has both advantages and disadvantages.
3. For example, phones are known to cause problems due to radiation.
4. I think it all boils down to how we use a particular technology.
5. Some people also make phone calls while driving, which cause incidents

6. Technology has both advantages and disadvantages.

Question 2

1. To face the growth of trade it was deemed necessary to remedy this lack of adequate currency.
2. In most countries, it is only the government, through their central banks, who are permitted to issue currency.
3. The first Scottish bank to do this was the Bank of Scotland.
4. But in Scotland, three banks are still allowed to issue banknotes.
5. When this bank was founded in 1695, Scots coinage was in short supply and of uncertain value, compared
with English, Dutch, Flemish or French coin.
 6. In most countries it is only the government, through their central banks, who are permitted to issue currency.
7. But in Scotland, three banks are still allowed to issue banknotes.
8. The first Scottish bank to do this was the Bank of Scotland.
9. When this bank was founded in 1695, Scots coinage was in short supply and of uncertain value, compared
with English, Dutch, Flemish or French coin.
10. To face the growth of trade it was deemed necessary to remedy this lack of adequate currency.

Describe a Picture: describe the followings picture.

Greenhouse gas emission in 2020

Highlight Incorrect Words: Listen to the test and highlight the Incorrect word.

PTE Highlight Incorrect Words question 1

Leaders need to show more composition (composure) than ever before in the workplace. With the change
management requirements, increased marketplace demanding (demand) and intensifying competitive
factors that surround us, leaders must have greater poise, agility and patience to minimize the effect
(impact) of uncertainty. How leaders respond to these and other growing pressures is an indicator of their
leadership preparedness, maturity and acumen.

The composure of a leader is reflected in their attitude, body language and overall presence. In today’s
evolving business enrolment (environment), it is clear that leadership is not only about elevating the
performance, attitude (aptitude) and development of people – but more so about the ability to make people
feel safe and secure. Employees have grown tired of working in survival mode and thus want to be part of
a workspace (workplace) culture where they can get back to doing their best work without the fear of
losing their jobs.

Fill in the blanks: Listen to the test and fill the blanks with correct word.
PTE Listening Fill in the Blanks Q1

Land reclamation has been carried out along the coast of Tokyo Bay since the Meiji period.
Areas along the shore with a depth of fewer than 5 meters are simplest to carry out landfills,
and sand from the floor of Tokyo Bay is used for these projects. The topography of the shoreline
of Tokyo Bay differs greatly from that of the pre-modern period due to ongoing land reclamation
projects. Tokyo Bay includes about 249 square kilometers of reclaimed land area in
2021. Aggregate household waste production is enormous in Greater Tokyo, there is little
room for traditional garbage disposal sites; waste is rigorously sorted at the household, much
of it is turned into ash and further recycled into bay landfill.