Summarize Group Discussion · Part 1: Speaking & Writing

Campus Accommodation

Question #SGD7-026Added 12 Oct 2026In this week's predictions
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Summarise the group discussion.

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How to answer: structure and key points

How to answer

  1. Start with the topic of the discussion.
  2. Give each speaker's main view in turn, by name or role.
  3. Say how the views relate: where they agree, where they differ, and any outcome.
  4. Use your own words and keep going until the time runs out.

What each speaker says

Topic: Choosing accommodation for the following university year

  • Barista: Relays the housing office's deadline and asks both students to confirm their plans.
  • Joe: Values campus study conditions and convenience, while acknowledging the appeal of greater independence.
  • Emily: Favours an affordable nearby home outside campus and suggests comparing costs, travel and distractions.

Where they end up: They recognise that suitable housing depends on individual priorities and must communicate their decisions next week.

These are key points and a structure written by RealPTE, not a script to memorise: say or write it in your own words.

RealPTE numbers

From RealPTE practice records and students’ “I sat this” reports, counted weekly (last count 2026-10-31). Reports are what students tell us; predictions are not guaranteed.

Questions about this question

How do I answer PTE Summarize Group Discussion #SGD7-026?

Start with the topic of the discussion. Give each speaker's main view in turn, by name or role. The key points above cover 3 ideas from this question.

How do I get full marks on this Summarize Group Discussion question?

Give the topic, each speaker's main view and how the views relate, in your own words.

Can I practise #SGD7-026 with scoring?

Yes. The practice button on this page opens question #SGD7-026 in the RealPTE practice screen, where your answer is scored when you finish.

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Summarize Group Discussion format (Pearson)

PromptRecording up to 3 minutes
Preparation10 seconds
Time to answer2 minutes
Skills assessedListening, Speaking
Scored onContent; Pronunciation; Oral fluency

How it is scored

  • Partial credit applies: a partly correct response still scores.
  • Traits are scored by AI; a human expert also reviews Content before the score is final.
  • You can take notes while you listen.
  • You can record your response only once.

Source: Pearson, PTE Academic & UKVI test format, Part 1: Speaking & Writing, checked 9 October 2026. New task dates: PTE Academic updates 2025.