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Duolingo English Test Practice Test 11
AI-generated practice paper in the style of Duolingo English Test — original material, not a reproduction of any real exam paper, following the official task types. Listening audio is read aloud by your browser's voice. For Speaking you can record yourself and compare with a model answer, and Writing tasks include a model answer — neither is scored automatically, since that needs real speech and writing evaluation this site does not offer for this exam.
Reading
Read and Select
Look at each word. Is it a real English word?
1.notion
2.youngster
3.vetant
4.stetant
5.tarure
6.ponder
7.rebellion
8.rantit
9.anchor
10.laundry
11.ecology
12.resal
13.zontle
14.chikous
15.refuse
Fill in the Blanks
Type the missing letters to complete the word in each sentence.
Bring a warm sweater, sturdy shoes, and plenty of water, because the trail to the summit is steep and expo.
Whoever left the window open last night should not be surprised that the curt are damp this morning.
Once the lifeguard blew her whistle, all the swimmers hurried out of the water and gath beside the towels.
Given the extraordinary complexity of the human immune system, doctors are still uncovering how it disting friend from foe.
Skilful negotiators listen far more than they speak, and they rar reveal their real limit at the start.
Founded by a group of teachers in 1920, the orchestra now performs for more than sixty thousand lis every season.
Read and Complete
Type the missing letters to complete the text below.
Constant background noise in cities does more than annoy people; it can genuinely affect their health. Traffic, construction, and blaring sir raise stress horm, disturb sleep, and have even been linked to a higher risk of heart dise over many years. Children who grow up near busy roads sometimes show slower prog in reading, possibly because steady noise makes it harder for young brains to concen. Several cities have started building quieter pavem, planting sound-absor hedges, and limi night flights near airports to give resid a genuine chance to re.
Interactive Reading
Read the passage and complete each step.
Marco works as a lifeguard at a small lake outside his town, and most of his shifts pass without anything dramatic happening at all. He sits on a raised wooden chair, watching swimmers near the wooden pier, and every so often he his whistle to call in someone who has swum too far out. In the mornings, mainly older people come to swim slow, careful laps before the lake gets busy. By early afternoon, families arrive with inflatable toys, and Marco has to watch several groups of children at once. On busy days, a colleague named Priya the second chair. He has only had to jump into the water twice this whole summer, both times for young children who panicked in water only up to their waist. Between rescues, most of the job is patience: watching, scanning, watching again. Marco brings a small notebook and writes down anything unusual, such as a broken ladder on the pier or a dog that keeps swimming past the rope line. He says the quietest hour is usually right before sunset, when most families have gone home and only a few swimmers remain. On those evenings, he sometimes himself to enjoy the view instead of only watching the water. He a spare whistle in his bag in case the cord snaps. Marco says people often assume his job is boring, since nothing seems to happen.
16. The passage stops before its final sentence. Which sentence best completes it?
17. Highlight the answer: Which sentence describes the two times Marco had to jump into the water?
18. Highlight the answer: Which sentence tells us what Marco writes in his notebook?
19. What is the main idea of the passage?
20. What is the best title for the passage?
Listening
Listen and Type
Listen and type the sentence you hear. You can play the audio as many times as you like.
1. Type what you hear.
2. Type what you hear.
3. Type what you hear.
4. Type what you hear.
5. Type what you hear.
6. Type what you hear.
Interactive Listening
Listen to each conversation, then answer.
Transcript (available after checking)
Emma: We usually donate to a charity around this time of year. Any ideas this time?
Frank: I was thinking about the local food bank, since demand has grown a lot lately.
Emma: That's a great cause. Should we donate money, or also volunteer some time?
Frank: Maybe both, a donation now and a few volunteer hours next month.
7. What is the best reply to the last speaker?
8. Why does Frank suggest the food bank?
Summarize the conversation in one or two sentences.
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Model answer: Emma and Frank decide to support their local food bank this year, planning to both donate money and volunteer their time.
Transcript (available after checking)
Ben: Carla, did you hear that spin class moved to seven tonight instead of six?
Carla: Really? I thought it was staying at six this week.
Ben: No, the instructor is sick, so they pushed it back an hour.
Carla: That works better for me anyway, since I finish work late today.
9. What is the best reply to the last speaker?
10. Why was the class moved to a later time?
Summarize the conversation in one or two sentences.
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Model answer: Ben tells Carla that spin class has been pushed back an hour because the instructor is sick, and Carla says the new time suits her better.
Writing
Write About the Photo
Look at each picture and write one or two sentences describing it.
Describe this picture in one or two sentences.
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Model answer: This is a pencil with a sharp tip. Students use pencils to write and draw in class, and the good thing is that you can always rub out your mistakes.
Describe this picture in one or two sentences.
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Model answer: I can see a snowman made of two big balls of snow. Children build them in winter, and I remember making one with my brother in the garden, using a carrot for the nose.
Describe this picture in one or two sentences.
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Model answer: The picture shows a bright yellow sun with rays around it. It means the weather is warm and sunny, which is my favourite kind of day for a picnic in the park.
Interactive Writing
Answer the question.
Some cities are now closing their centres to private cars on weekends. Do you think this is a good idea? Explain why, and say how it might change daily life for the people who live there.
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Model answer: I think it is a good idea, as long as public transport is reliable. Without cars, the streets become quieter and cleaner, and families can walk or cycle safely. It could also help small shops, because people stay longer when they are not worried about traffic. The only problem would be for elderly residents, who might need special permission to drive.
Writing Sample
Write about the topic for up to three minutes.
Do you prefer to shop online or in physical shops? Give reasons for your preference.
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Model answer: I prefer shopping in physical shops for clothes and shoes, because I need to try them on and feel the material. For books, electronics and everyday items, however, I usually order online, since it saves time and I can compare prices easily. The problem with online shopping is that returning things can be annoying, and I sometimes buy things I do not need because it is so easy to click. In a real shop, I can talk to the staff and take my purchase home immediately. So my answer is a mix of both.
Speaking
Speak About the Photo
Look at the picture and speak about it for 30 seconds.
Speak about the picture. Say as much as you can.
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Model answer: This picture shows a bag with handles. People use bags to carry their belongings, such as books, a laptop or lunch. I always take a bag with me when I leave the house. Mine is not very fashionable, but it is big enough for everything I need, and I use it every single day.
Read, Then Speak
Read the prompt, then speak about it.
Do you think students should be allowed to use phones in the classroom? Give reasons for your answer.
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Model answer: I think phones should be limited but not completely banned. They can be useful for looking up information or using a dictionary. On the other hand, students often use them to play games or check messages, and this makes it hard to concentrate. A good solution would be to let the teacher decide when phones can be used, and keep them in bags the rest of the time. That way, students learn to use technology responsibly.
Interactive Speaking
Answer each question in turn.
How often do you read books for pleasure?
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Model answer: I try to read most evenings before bed, even if it is only for fifteen minutes.
What kind of books do you usually choose?
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Model answer: I usually choose novels, especially ones with a strong story and interesting characters.
Do you prefer paper books or e-books? Explain your preference.
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Model answer: I prefer paper books, because I like turning real pages, although e-books are more convenient when I travel.
Tell me about a book that changed the way you thought about something.
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Model answer: A book about minimalism made me get rid of a lot of things I did not need, and I felt much calmer afterwards.
Why do you think reading habits have changed in recent years?
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Model answer: Phones and short videos compete for our attention, so many people find it harder to concentrate on a long book than they used to.
Do you think schools do enough to encourage children to enjoy reading? What could be done better?
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Model answer: I do not think schools always succeed, because forcing children to read set books can make reading feel like a duty; letting them choose their own books more often might help far more.
Speaking Sample
Speak about the topic for up to three minutes.
Explain the advantages and disadvantages of online learning compared with studying in a classroom. Which do you prefer and why?
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Model answer: Online learning is flexible, and that is its biggest advantage. You can study at any time, repeat lessons and save the cost of travelling. It also gives access to teachers and courses from all over the world. The disadvantages are that it requires a lot of self-discipline, and it can feel lonely because you do not meet classmates. In a classroom, you can ask questions immediately and learn from other students. Personally, I prefer a combination. I like to watch lectures at home in my own time, but for discussions, projects and practice of speaking, I think there is no replacement for meeting people face to face.
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