Answer Short Question · Part 1: Speaking & Writing
What is the generic term for gold, silver and copper?
Question #835009Added 16 Nov 2023
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Answer and explanation
Answer: Metal
One word or a short phrase is enough. A full sentence earns nothing extra, so answer as soon as the question ends.
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What is the answer to PTE Answer Short Question #835009?
The answer is Metal.
How do I get full marks on this Answer Short Question question?
Answer straight away with the word that names the thing asked about. A correct word scores; extra words do not add anything.
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Yes. The practice button on this page opens question #835009 in the RealPTE practice screen, where your answer is scored when you finish.
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Answer Short Question format (Pearson)
| Prompt | Recording of 3–9 seconds |
|---|---|
| Preparation | None |
| Time to answer | 10 seconds |
| Skills assessed | Listening |
How it is scored
- Scored as either correct or incorrect.
- One or a few words is enough; longer answers earn nothing extra.
- The recording plays only once.
- If you stay silent for more than 3 seconds, the recording stops.
Source: Pearson, PTE Academic & UKVI test format, Part 1: Speaking & Writing, checked 9 October 2026.