US President - Abraham Lincoln winning in the elections was
Drag words into the blanks.
US President - Abraham Lincoln winning in the elections was 1 because he was from a very poor family, without any stronger ties unlike his 2, but he still won due to United States 3. His victory became a powerful reminder that true leadership is not defined by wealth or social standing. Lincoln's rise demonstrated how determination, integrity, and a clear vision for the nation can inspire 4 citizens.
Word box (alphabetical)
Answers
| Gap | Answer | In the text |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | unexpected | …in the elections was unexpected because he was… |
| 2 | counterparts | …stronger ties unlike his counterparts , but he… |
| 3 | supporters | …due to United States supporters . His victory… |
| 4 | ordinary | …the nation can inspire ordinary citizens.… |
Words in the box that fit no gap: ceilings, liquid, vegetables, wooden.
Check each gap for the kind of word it needs (noun, verb form, adjective or adverb) before you look at the meaning.
RealPTE numbers
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Questions about this question
What is the answer to PTE Reading FIB (Drag and Drop) #724007?
The answers in order are: unexpected, counterparts, supporters, ordinary.
How do I get full marks on this Reading FIB (Drag and Drop) question?
Match each gap to the kind of word it needs, then to the meaning. Each correct gap scores; there are more words in the box than gaps.
Can I practise #724007 with scoring?
Yes. The practice button on this page opens question #724007 in the RealPTE practice screen, where your answer is scored when you finish.
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Reading: Fill in the Blanks (Drag and Drop) format (Pearson)
| Prompt | Text up to 80 words |
|---|---|
| Time to answer | Not set per question (Part 2 lasts 23–30 minutes) |
| Skills assessed | Reading |
How it is scored
- The box has more words than there are gaps.
- Partial credit applies: a partly correct response still scores.
Source: Pearson, PTE Academic & UKVI test format, Part 2: Reading, checked 9 October 2026.