Listening: Fill in the Blanks · Part 3: Listening

In this method, a laser is used to…

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Type the missing words.

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In this method, a laser is used to create a line of ionization by removing electrons from 1. This laser is then directed at storm clouds in order to control 2 charges, a method which is less dangerous than using 3. As protection for the lasers, the beams are 4 firstly at mirrors.

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Listening: Fill in the Blanks format (Pearson)

Pearson's name: Fill in the Blanks (Type In)

PromptRecording of 30–60 seconds
Time to answerNot set per question (Part 3 lasts 31–39 minutes)
Skills assessedListening

How it is scored

  • Each correct word, spelled correctly, scores 1 point.
  • The recording plays only once.

Source: Pearson, PTE Academic & UKVI test format, Part 3: Listening, checked 9 October 2026.