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The first section, part of the verbal reasoning domain, is the writing task. It is followed by eight sections of multiple-choice questions – two sections from each of the three domains and two "pilot sections." Pilot sections look like regular test sections but are not included in the computation of the PET score.
This section tested the ability to select, develop and organise ideas, and to communicate them in writing, concisely and effectively. Applicants were required to complete one writing task from a choice of three questions, with 30 minutes to complete. Calculators and dictionaries, including bilingual dictionaries, were unable to be used in the exam.
Task 2: The test taker talks about a personal experience on a topic related to what is seen in the picture. Task 3 : The test taker gives a personal opinion about a topic related to the picture. Task 4 : The test taker is presented with a situation and has to explain some advantages and disadvantages related to that situation.
Test taker's responses are divided into 'scripts' for marking. For the Writing module, Script 1 (the Part 1 email response) is marked by one assessor, and Script 2 (the Part 2 essay or magazine/article response) is marked by another assessor, each marking on four criteria: Task fulfillment, Organization, Grammar, and Lexis.
The QCS Test comprised four papers—a two-hour writing task, a two-hour short response paper, and two one-and-a-half-hour multiple choice tests. [2] These formed the three modes of assessment—extended writing, short response and multiple choice.
The Writing paper has two parts. Part 1 has one compulsory question. Candidates are asked to write an essay of approximately 240–280 words, which summarizes and evaluates the key points contained in two texts of approximately 100 words each. Part 2 requires candidates to answer one question from a choice of four.
Part 2 has two phases, the first of which is a collaborative task with the other candidate(s) and the other further discussion with the examiner. In the first phase, the examiner gives each candidate a prompt card and asks them to talk with the other candidate(s) and ask and answer questions related to the prompt card.
For example, writing to an accommodation officer about problems with your accommodation, writing to a new employer about problems managing your time, or writing to a local newspaper about a plan to develop a local airport. Task 2: test takers write an essay about a topic of general interest.