Ancient paintings offer a fascinating glimpse into the lives, beliefs…
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Ancient paintings offer a fascinating glimpse into the lives, beliefs, and artistic skills of early civilizations. Many of these paintings were created on cave walls or pottery and have survived for thousands of years due to their 1. The subjects of ancient paintings often include animals, humans, and scenes from daily life. These artworks were not only meant for decoration but also had 2 significance. For instance, some cave paintings are believed to have been created for ritualistic purposes or to convey stories and 3. The use of natural pigments and 4 techniques highlights the resourcefulness and creativity of ancient artists. Despite the passage of time, the beauty and intricacy of ancient paintings continue to captivate and inspire modern audiences.
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Answers
| Gap | Answer | In the text |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | preservation | …years due to their preservation . The subjects… |
| 2 | religious | …decoration but also had religious significance. For instance,… |
| 3 | folklore | …to convey stories and folklore . The use… |
| 4 | traditional | …of natural pigments and traditional techniques highlights the… |
Words in the box that fit no gap: destruction, digital, financial, machinery.
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) #724028?
The answers in order are: preservation, religious, folklore, traditional.
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.
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Yes. The practice button on this page opens question #724028 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.