Hello! Sharing my PTE actual exam results yesterday.

And below is my last PTE ApeUni Mock Exam a day before my PTE actual exam.

I think ApeUni is stricter than PTEPearson in terms of scoring of Speaking. As based on the outcome of the actual PTEPearson exam, I still have a higher score even if I have a lot of mistakes made compared to ApeUni last mock test.
Here is the scoring table that I followed to identify which task has the most value so I would be able to focus on these items. I got this image from the internet.

I followed the tips from the following people here. Thank you so much!
chemistmom
Unsullied_06
bryt_future
Rock
My PTE Journey:
1) I started my review around March 16. I tried to understand PTE question types.
2) On my first week, I strategized and planned how I will review.
3) For the next 2 weeks, I collected different tips and tricks (from forums and YouTube videos) for different question types. Also, I prepared my practice materials (pen, eraser and laminated plain paper)
4) For the next 1 week, I had to take a break due to work commitments.
5) On April 14, I started officially to practice. I did buy ApeUni one-time subscription for 30days.
I practiced every 2 to 3 days focusing on difficult tasks. And from time to time I did some mock exams. My practice and mock exam took around 2 to 4hours. Also, this is when I practiced more of the question type that I am struggling to get a high score.
6) Last 7 days before exam, this is when I practiced and took mock exam for 2 to 4 hours everyday.
7) Finally, the exam day May 13, 2022. Before the exam, I prayed to God to give me clear mind and the score that I deserve. 🙂
Below are the tips that I was able to think of to add to the previous test takers tips:
1) If you will be taking your exam in Pearson Makati I suggest to practice using a separate keyboard, this applies to those who are using laptops. Also, I suggest to change the screen resolution of your monitor or laptop screen to 1024 x 768. This is because the monitor used in the exam center as I tried to replicate is somewhat similar to this.
At the beginning of the actual exam, I struggled to use the monitor and keyboard as I am not used to it and it has added to my discomfort as I took the exam.
2) The background noise is very distracting, so it is best to practice with a loud background noise. In my experience, I cannot focus on my own tasks as I could hear other test takers near me even if they are trying their best to not be very loud. And because of this, during the repeat sentence questions, I am only able to fully repeat 2 out of 10 items. The rest I am able to say only for around 50%-70%.
3) If you're shy, try to practice with someone who is near you, this will help you get used to people hearing you using the templates repeatedly. Since I am uncomfortable that other test takers are hearing me repeat the templates, I cannot focus and articulate well.
4) Even if you made mistakes in the speaking part do not lose hope. Just continue doing your tasks with confidence as negative mindset will affect you for the whole duration of the exam.
5) Don't forget to eat before going up to the exam building as there's no place to eat there.
6) During mic test part, try to read the instructions aloud so that you will be able to practice and prevent stuttering in the first items of read aloud
These are the templates I used ( full details were shared here in this thread you may backtrack) :
1) Write Essay: From: SKILLS PTE ACADEMIC (chemistmom shared), “Although such topics in all likelihood…”
2) DI & RL: Jimmyssem “The given image is about …”
3) SWT: From Singh PTE Classes (chemistmom shared) “albeit, s1;but, s2; therefore, s3.”
RP: This video helped to improve my reordering paragraph mock exam scores. (SKILLS PTE ACADEMIC)
WFD: Follow at your own risk – I am not recommending but I am just sharing out here that I tried this tip of jimmyssem in the actual exam. I tried it since as per jimmyssem there is no negative marks in WFD unlike RS . (https://bit.ly/33HGPpG).
- I added words for those that I am not able to hear fully.
Eg. I am not sure if I heard it as "student or students" so I write it both as “student students”.
- I added articles and frequently used prepositions at the end of the sentence after the period.
Eg. The blanket is color orange. the a an in on at of