“Part A is a summary-gapfill reading task. This requires test-takers to skim and scan 3-4 short texts (a total of about 650 words) related to a single topic and to complete a summary paragraph by filling in the missing words. Test-takers are required to read the texts and write responses for 25-35 gaps in total, within a strictly monitored time limit of 15 minutes. Part A is designed to test the reader’s ability to source information from multiple texts, to synthesise information in a meaningful way and to assess skimming and scanning ability under a time limit.”
(From OET Reading Sub-test: Test Information PDF)
“Part B is a multiple choice question (MCQ) reading task. Test-takers are required to read two passages (600- 800 words each) on general medical topics and answer 8-10 multiple choice questions for each text (a total of 16-20 questions) - within a time limit of 45 minutes. Part B is designed to test the reader’s ability to read longer texts in detail for comprehension.”
(Adapted from OET Reading Sub-test: Test Information PDF)
