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OET READING COURSE

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Now that the OET 2.0 has been established for a while and most candidates are familiar with the new reading test format, we felt that much more is required in terms of support for the reading sub-test than just sets of online practice tests. Read on to find out exactly what you will receive with our updated online course materials and answers to some frequently asked questions that we have compiled from our students’ queries.

Why is it so hard to get 350 in the reading test?

Many of you would agree that the OET reading 2.0 can be really challenging. Majority of OET candidates, be a doctor or a nurse, find reading and writing sub-tests to be the most difficult to reach the grade. It is extremely common for OET test takers to fall short of 20-30 points in the reading part, which when it comes down to it is just a matter of a couple of answers. Unfortunately, re-evaluation doesn’t help either and the reading score remain unchanged.

Generally, doctors and nurses have good understanding of English. However, the issue here is rather a lack of understanding and familiarity with the OET reading test itself, how to approach the reading part and what is required from you. That’s where we come in!

How can we help?

In order to pass the reading part in the OET, it is paramount to have the right online course with practice materials which capture the essence of the real OET exam format and difficulty level. Our reading practice materials, including Part A, B & C, do just that, covering the exact types of questions that appear in the OET part. We are offering not only practice tests materials, but also video course that includes tips on how to approach the various types of questions that you will find in reading part A, B and C. The online reading course also has additional features such as vocabulary exercises and a free downloadable reading e-book to improve your English reading skills.

What makes our practice tests different?

Let’s look at our practice reading tests first. We offer 20 practice reading tests on Part A, B & C which have been developed by our English teachers based on extensive research. Hundreds of our nurses and doctors have tried and tested our online practice tests so you can rest assured that the materials have been thoroughly tested and are up to the OET 2.0 standards. Feedback from our students places our practice tests as close to the actual OET tests as is possible. These sample reading tests are more than adequately challenging and are suitable for both first time and repeat OET test takers of the reading part.

All of our online practice tests are timed and simulate the true OET exam-like experience. The sample reading tests are laid out in an easily accessible computer interface which can be used on your computer laptop or tablet. We find that this is a much more flexible system than printing off PDFs to download, for example, as it gives you, as a doctor or nurse, the opportunity to practice your OET reading skills any time, wherever you are. All that you need to do is log in and get started!

A great feature of our practice materialsis that they can be taken multiple times, and of course, the answers, along with detailed explanation by our teachers, are included. This allows you to go back to the tricky areas where you may have missed out on marks and approach them again so as to improve your English. Now this is where our extra materials really come to the fore. There would be no point in just retaking parts of the test which you fell down on by looking at the answers . What you need from any course is to get a true understanding of where you have gone wrong so that you can learn from your mistakes and address specific issues that you keep getting stuck on. This has helped hundreds of nurses and will help you as well.

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What bonus materials are included?

Our package course includes tips and tricks e-book on reading part. The e-book has been prepared by English teachers with medical background and they know the OET inside-out. Factors such as time management on each reading part, skimming and scanning strategies and elimination strategies, as well as many more skills which will help you to approach the reading part more competently, are covered.

For a more detailed look at the specific sections of the reading paper, our teachers have put together an engaging online video course, providing tips and strategies tailored to part A, B and C. For many nurses and doctors, a video can be an easier way of assimilating information than reading and this gives that extra boost in terms of really getting to grips with the nitty gritty issues that could be holding you back from gaining those last few points to reach your target grade.

What different packages do we offer?

Generally, such course materials cost hundreds of dollars but keeping with Benchmark’s philosophy of making online OET training affordable, we have kept the pricing of our reading OET course package within every test taker’s reach. For a doctor or a nurse, this should be easily affordable. Whats more, there is a 30% discount being offered to the first 200 students and the entire package is available for just $35. We have even also thrown in 10 OET 1.0 Reading Part A practice tests free of cost which are worth practicing to learn time management and hone keyword identification, skimming and scanning skills.

At Benchmark, our teachers recognise that all our nurses and doctors have different requirements and varying budgets. For this reason, we always provide a selection of options in our packages, letting you make your own choices about how you approach your learning and revision of materials. You can find out more detail in our package table but to give you an idea; our Basic course and Intermediate course package offer 3 and 10 practice tests for $10 and $25 respectively. Our popular Comprehensive course package offers 20 tests with Part A, B and C, the video course and the tips and tricks e-book as well as 10 vocabulary tests; all for just $35!

For some more detailed information regarding any package, see our Q&A section below.

Questions & Answers

Absolutely! The OET Reading test Part A, B & C is the same across all medical occupations. You can be a nurse, doctor, dentist or pharmacist, and still practice the same reading tests.

Unlimited! There is no restriction on how many times you can practice a reading part a, b or c. Depending on the duration of your course package, you can take the reading part a, b and c as many times as you want.

No problem! We accept bank payments, Western Union, PayPal and all major debit cards. Feel free to email your payment preferences at [email protected] and we will assist you with payment processing to help you get the package you desire.

The training component (including watching videos, reading e-books, practicing vocabulary tests) of the reading course can be easily done via a computer, tablet or even mobile phone. However, you will need access to a computer or tablet to practice the reading tests covering part a, b and c.

Of course! Our entire program caters to every OET test taker who needs to score 350 in the reading module

We take pride in providing high-quality, fairly priced OET learning materials for nurses, and with our latest updated reading course, we have really upped our game! If this fantastic OET reading course is the one for you, all you need to do is….

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OET reading tips

Do you want to ace the OET reading exam? We are here with some super simple OET reading tips that can help you improve your performance in the OET reading subtest.

Let’s try to understand in detail about the OET reading subtest . Read on!

Structure of OET reading

• It is known as the summary completion task. You will get 15 minutes to finish this part. In this section, you will be assessed on your ability to locate four short texts quickly and effectively. The texts are related to a single healthcare topic. You will have to answer 20 questions in the given time.
• Basically, section A is a speed reading task. It will test your ability to read across different types of texts. The four texts in this section are different from each other. For instance, let’s say that the topic is ‘weak vision’.
• The first text can be about types of vision problems or their symptoms. The other text might outline the different types of drugs or the information about medication dosages. The third text can be a case study of a particular patient. And the fourth one can be a graph, table or bar chart.
• There are numerous types of questions that can be asked like matching, sentence completion or short answer questions.
• It will assess you on your ability to identify details or gist points of six short texts. This section is called the careful reading task of the OET exam . These texts are associated with healthcare.
• The texts might be related to extracts from policy documents, hospital guidelines or internal communications such as emails and memos. For every text, you will be provided with a three-option multiple-choice question.
• This section is also known as the careful reading task of the OET reading exam. It will assess you on your ability to identify the detailed meaning of two texts that will be related to topics of healthcare professionals.

For every text, you will have to answer eight four-option multiple-choice questions.

Note – You will have to finish section B and C in 45 minutes.

Have you been planning to take the OET exam? At Mindmine Global, you can find OET reading materials that can provide you with a comprehensive review of all the essential topics that can be asked in the test. Also, you can find the best OET reading tips at our platform. We can help you cover basic grammar concepts that can help you ace the exam. We are one of the leading and best online oet coaching in delhi .

To take the OET reading subtest efficiently, you need to work upon your reading skill.

OET reading part A tips

Here are a few reading tips from our side that can help you attend the first section of the OET reading exam:

• Always make sure to read the title of the text. Read it thoroughly. This is because the title prepares your mind for what is about to come. There are certain words in the titles that are relevant. You will see them in the summary paragraph.
• Try to read the sentence slowly. Your goal should be to understand the meaning of the sentence. Doing this is essential as this is where you will be filling information for yourself.
• Once you understand the meaning of the sentence, try to think about the word types that can fill in the gap. Read out the sentence in your head first. This way you can figure out what sounds right and what sounds wrong. This can help you avoid silly mistakes.
• Next, you need to scan the text for key pieces of relevant clues. You might be asked to find facts within the passage. So, try to look for numbers such as percentages, dates or amounts.
• If you find the words or numbers, then check the sentence with the gap to see if you have found the right information or not.
• You can read out the sentence in your head to check if it sounds grammatically correct or not. You can also check if it’s making sense contextually or not. When you’re certain in all ways, fill in the gap.

Follow these OET reading tips and improve your chances of performing efficiently in this section of the OET reading exam. Also, you can find OET reading materials and OET reading sample papers at Mindmine Global’s OET Coaching center in Delhi . Regular practices of OET reading sample papers can help you improve your reading skills. Start your preparation today.

OET reading part B tips

Now, when it comes to part B, it assesses your ability to quickly understand the main idea of a short text. Here are a few OET reading tips that can help you tackle this section of the reading exam efficiently:

• You can start by looking at the questions and the given answer options. Try to mark or underline the words or phrases that you find relevant. This way, you will have a better idea of what you are looking for.
• The next step is to read the text thoroughly. Read the text carefully but maintain a good pace. You may find information related to the question. Make sure to highlight the important parts. You can look back and forth between the questions and answers and the text as you start developing an understanding of the main points.
• This process can help you figure out the answer quickly. It will save your time and energy from re-reading the text again and again.
• Also, make sure to highlight the words that you don’t understand. In such cases, try to use your understanding of the text as a whole. Try to estimate as to what the word may mean.
• Always cross off the wrong answers as you move along. This can save you time and energy.

You can use these simple tips to master section B of your OET reading exam.

OET reading tips for part C

Now, let’s dig into the tips on section C of the OET reading exam:

• In section C of the OET reading exam, the questions are arranged in sequence. The questions also highlight the paragraph number. So, there is no need to read the whole text for any answer. You can get a clear idea of the location of the answer from the question itself.
• Read the title of the text and skim it in two to three minutes. You can read the first sentence of every paragraph. This can provide you with a general idea of the content.
• Whenever you read a question, make sure to read the answer options as well. This can help you get an idea about the right answer.
• Try to compare the given options against the passage and check which one of them perfectly matches the given question.
• Always be careful about the alternative expressions. For instance, ‘wonderful’ in the question can be ‘extremely good’ in the passage. Never expect the words or phrases in the questions or answers to appear in the same way as they appear in the text.
• You should always divide the time for the questions equally.

These easy tips can help you ace your OET reading exam. You just need consistent preparation. We can help you with the preparation journey. Get access to the best OET tips for reading with us.

OET reading scoring system

OET scores are given on a scale from A(highest) to E(lowest). Let’s have a look at the table that describes every grade level: (source)

A – A grade is a very high level of performance.

B – B grade signifies fluency and accuracy. It is adequate for professional needs.

C – This grade means a good level of performance but not accurate to a range of healthcare units.

D – This grade implies an accurate level of performance and requires improvement.

E – Grade E is a low level of performance and requires considerable improvement.

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Let’s have a look at the grading procedure for the OET reading exam: 

The entire listening subtest is scored by trained OET examiners and assessors onsite. The answer sheets are randomly assigned to avoid any kind of possible conflict of interest. 

The assessors will check the answers using a guide. This guide describes in detail which answers receive marks and how the scores are counted. All the assessors are monitored and the scores allotted by them are double checked to avoid inaccuracy. Part B is machine graded as the answers are scanned into the computer. 

Well, it is not that difficult to achieve a grade A or B in your exam. All you need is to be consistent in your preparation. We can help you too! Get the best OET reading test material with Mindmine Global Best OET Coaching Center in Delhi . It can help you enhance your preparation process. Start today! 

How to improve OET reading?

Focus on developing your skills beyond the text contexts.

• You should develop a habit of reading extensively. Try to become familiar with a range of text types.
• Do not limit yourself to only the OET reading materials. You should broaden your reading areas that are related to your professional interest. Some sources for expanding your reading can be current affairs websites or health magazines.
• Make a habit to pause at the end of every paragraph that you read. Attempt to figure out the main point that the writer is trying to convey in the paragraph.

Understand the sections of the reading subtest to sharpen your overall skills

• For taking the reading test efficiently, you need to comprehend each part of the reading subset.
• Part A consists of collecting information from different texts. Whatever section you need, try to locate it quickly. Have a look at the questions first and then, find out the information that you need to collect. This way, you can save a lot of time.
• Part B is about comprehending the main point of a short text that is related to your workplace. For instance, when you attempt sentence completion questions, make sure to consider the words before and after the blank. The complete sentence should be grammatically sound.
• Also, consider the text type of the given passage and focus on understanding the passage. Don’t act in haste. You get 45 minutes to read the texts and complete the answers.
• Part C is about identifying how meaning is developed into any line of argument. You should know how to use your inference skills to comprehend the opinion of the writer. Try to read a variety of text types. It can help you enhance your reading strategies.

Always check your answers

• It is essential to answer the questions quickly in the OET reading exam. But it is also necessary to check your answers. When it comes to part A of the reading exam, you should make sure to copy the words correctly from the text.
• In part B and C, you should make sure to collect evidence in the texts that can prove your answer to be correct.

Make sure to attend the question booklet correctly

• It is essential to attempt the question booklet appropriately.
• In part A, you have to write your answers directly on the line provided for each question.
• Part B and C are computer marked questions. Therefore, you must follow the instructions provided on the front page of the question booklet. You should fill the circle that contains your chosen answer.

Try to keep these points in mind and you are ready to ace the reading test of the OET exam. If you need effective and efficient guidance, you can always connect with Mindmine Global . We can provide you with OET reading practice materials and study guides.

Reading tips for OET reading exam

Simple dos for oet reading part a.

• Try to skim through the text appropriately. Read the headings and first lines of every paragraph. Try to attain a general idea of what each text is about. The first 7 questions of part A are always based on general information. So, you will be able to answer them through your initial skimming.
• Once you complete the first seven questions, you have a good general idea of the texts. When you know what a particular text is focusing on, you can easily find the details related to it.
• Always write exactly what you read. You should not paraphrase or change the words in the texts in any way.
• Also, make sure to practise as much as you can. Try to take mock tests and focus on areas that need improvement.

Dos for section B

Now, let’s have a look at some simple and quick ways to attempt part B of the OET reading test:

• Read the context sentence to understand the text type.
• Read the question carefully and cover the answer options.
• Try to figure out the answer.
• Now read the answer options and mark the one that you think is most suitable and similar to what you thought initially.
• If you are left with extra minutes, re-check your answers.

By following the simple strategies mentioned above, you can answer part B questions more rapidly.

Dos for section C

Part C of the OET exam measures your ability to comprehend the explicit and implied meaning presented in the texts. Let’s have a quick look at some important points that need to be remembered while attempting the OET reading part C task:

• First, you need to analyze the questions. Look for relevant points such as medical terms, key words or phrases to comprehend the overall gist of the questions.
• Then, list down all the critical points that you find in every multiple-choice question. Organize your notes properly.
• Examine the answer options properly and eliminate the answers that you think are incorrect.
• Skim the texts properly. Focus on the headings and subheadings, bold or italicized words or phrases. Try to jot down all the relevant information that you find in the text.
• Time management is an essential factor when it comes to part C of the OET reading test. You can focus on the easiest questions first. Also, don’t forget to check your answers.

Follow the easy strategies mentioned above and ace your OET reading task like a pro!

The reading subset of the OET exam consists of 42 questions. In total, there are three parts of the OET reading test. You will get 60 minutes to complete all the three sections. The topics that are asked are of generic healthcare interest. If you want to improve your reading skills, you can enroll with Mindmine Global. You will find top quality OET reading tips at the platform. Also, you can get access to the best OET reading materials and OET reading sample papers. This way, you can upgrade and enhance your OET preparation. For more details, visit the website.

You can find OET reading samples for nurses with Mindmine Global. Get access to the best OET reading materials for nurses. The OET reading sample papers are designed in the same way as the main OET reading exam. The sample papers can help you understand the structure of the exam in a better way. Also, at Mindmine Global, you will receive quality feedback from highly-qualified faculty. To know more, kindly visit the website.

For the first part of the OET exam that is part A, you need to balance your speed and accuracy. One thing that you need to remember for part B is that you don’t have to understand every word of the text. You need to understand the overall purpose of the text. Don’t ever waste your time on questions for which you are not able to decide answers. In part C, you need to focus on what the writer is saying. You can find more interesting OET reading tips at Mindmine Global. Also, you can access top class OET reading materials and OET reading sample papers. Visit the website for more information.

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H ow to improve your score in OET Reading  

There are three parts in the OET Reading sub-test , and each one is testing you on different skills you will use in your work as a healthcare professional. This means that to be successful in the Reading sub-test, you need to make sure you are using the best skill for the questions in each part. If you are currently trying to improve your Reading score and feeling like you’re not making much progress, it could be because you are approaching the three parts using the same reading skill. Changing your approach could be the easiest way to increase your score.  

Improve your score in Reading Part A  

Part A is testing you on your ability to quickly synthesise information from four texts to find specific details that might be of use when treating a patient for a particular condition. The exact word or phrase that answers each question can be copied directly from one of the texts, but this means you need to be accurate when you record your answers.

These two sides to the test act like push and pull forces during the 15 minutes available to you. After reading the question, it can be relatively simple to locate the answer in the text (push) but to get the answer correct, you need to slow down and record the answer accurately and legibly (pull). Every candidate is likely to lose at least one mark and some candidates lose many marks because their answers are illegible or have not been copied accurately. Avoid mistakes with these tips:  

• Tip 1: If you are trying to improve your Reading score, this is the first and easiest thing you should work on: ensuring you are not wasting any valuable marks through illegibility or spelling inaccuracy.  

Key words in the question will gui de you to the correct part of the text containing the answer, so careful reading of the question and then scanning to find the same key word or synonym of the key word is a good strategy to use. You only need to write the word or short phrase that answers the question so be careful not to include too much detail or words (or synonyms of words) that are part of the question. This will score you zero.  

• Tip 2: Use official OET sample tests which come with an answer key, and be strict with yourself when checking your answers. If you have included unnecessary words or repeated a word from the question, score yourself zero, and make this something to pay more attention to for the next sample test you try.  

For further tips, read the OET Reading Part A - Complete Guide  

Improve your score in Reading Part B  

Part B is testing you on your ability to understand the main points of short texts that you would commonly read in relation to your work. This means gaining an overall understanding of the text’s contents to be able to select the best option that answers the question. This last point is particularly important as the other options will also be covered to some extent in the text to act as distractors. It’s important that you ensure the final choice you make answers the set question. Improve your Part B score with these tips:

• Tip 3: Read the sentence you think contains the answer more than once to check that it completely matches the answer option you are selecting.  

If you are struggling to improve your Reading score, it could be that you are applying a Part A strategy (e.g., matching key words from the question with key words or synonyms in the text) to Part B questions. Answer options that seem to fit with this strategy are often distractors. On closer reading, you will notice that the text doesn’t totally match the answer option. You are possibly most familiar with Part B texts, and this can lead also lead you to being influenced by prior experience or knowledge when choosing an answer.  

• Tip 4: You are not required to draw on any external knowledge of the topic. The correct answer is found in the text and will completely evidence the whole option.  

For further tips, read the OET Reading Part A -  Complete Guide  

Improve your score in Reading Part C  

Part C is testing you on your ability to understand the writer’s opinion or attitude in a longer text that may cover a range of arguments and points of view on a general healthcare topic of interest to professionals. Writers do not always give their opinions obviously but instead try to persuade the reader towards their way of thinking using their choice of language (adjectives, adverbs etc.). Use these tips to boost your Part C scores:

• Tip 5: For questions asking you about the point the writer is making or trying to highlight, isolate the adjectives and adverbs in the section of text containing the answer. What do they tell you about the writer’s attitude? Are they positive, negative or neutral towards the idea? Be careful about what the writer is presenting as their own opinion and opinions they are presenting from other experts or related individuals.  

In Reading Part C, one of the questions about each text may be a reference question. These test your understanding of how words such as ‘this’ or ‘it’ are used in specific sentences. Once you understand how these words are used in texts (to avoid repetition of the main noun in the previous sentence), they can be quite straightforward questions to answer. 

• Tip 6: To be confident you have chosen the correct answer option, try replacing your answer with the underlined word in the question. If the sentence still makes sense then you are likely to be correct.  

If you are struggling to improve your Reading skill, it could be because you are less familiar with reading this kind of text or when you are reading this type of text, you are not thinking critically about the meaning of what the writer is presenting. 

• Tip 7: Analyse why you are finding this kind of reading difficult. Is it vocabulary, your reading speed, concentration, lack of interest in the topic etc.? Once you can isolate the problem, you can start working to fix it.  

For more tips, read the OET Reading Part C - Complete Guide  

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OET Reading subtest is a part of the Occupational English Test and aims to assess the reading abilities of a healthcare professional in the English language. The reading subtest consists of three parts and a total of 42 questions.

The reading skills of a candidate are thoroughly assessed in this subtest. Part A, B and C use different techniques to assess a candidate’s reading abilities. Since reading skills are one of the rudimentary assets of a medical professional, OET put considerable focus on this part.

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In this article, we have mentioned some useful tips for the OET Reading test and each of its parts.

OET Reading Tips

Reading is a fairly straightforward action as it is not influenced much by regional accents, which helps readers spend less time decoding the meaning of unfamiliar words. In the OET exam, candidates can tackle the reading subtest easily if they have sufficient reading skills and can use them properly. Here are some useful tips for candidates to improve their reading skills for the OET Reading test.

Be familiar with the different parts of the Reading test:

Having substantial knowledge of the different parts of the Reading subtest and the kinds of questions they involve can significantly sharpen a candidate’s skills and help them use these skills effectively.

Double-check your answers:

Although being time efficient is of utmost importance in the OET exam, it is also vital to check your answers for errors and silly mistakes. This practice helps you avoid losing marks and ensures your performance is immaculate.

Improve your reading skills:

Practicing for the OET reading test by limiting your preparation to text extracts is not enough. It is important to extend your reading habits beyond textbooks and study resources. Medical journals, books, and current affairs related to healthcare are productive sources of information to improve reading skills.

Understand which skills to use:

Since the reading subtest has different parts which assess a candidate’s reading skills using different approaches, it is important to understand which skills should be used for each part of the OET reading test. One of the aims of the reading test in OET is to make sure candidates know how to use the right reading strategies at the right time.

Section-wise Reading Tips for OET

The OET Reading test consists of three parts which are Part A, B, and C. Candidates have 60 minutes to complete this section. In the first part of the reading test, that is, Part A, candidates are required to answer questions based on text extracts related to a medical context.

In Part B, candidates need to identify minute details or summary points from the six given text passages. Using these details, candidates have to answer multiple-choice questions. Part C of the OET reading test requires candidates to understand the detailed meaning of two test passages related to healthcare topics and answer multiple-choice questions based on their understanding of the texts.

Given below are some tips to help candidates perform well in each part of the OET reading test.

Reading tips for OET Reading Part A

Part A of the OET Reading test is also known as the speed reading task. Candidates have 15 minutes to complete this part of the reading test. During this time, candidates have to read and retain important details from four short texts and answer different types of questions. Here are some tips candidates can implement in this part.

• Always read the title of the text carefully. There are certain words in the title of the text that help in preparing the candidates for what they are about to read in the passage. Thus, it is important to read and make a note of these relevant words.
• It is important to take time to read the text properly. Understanding the meaning of the text is as important as using time judiciously. It is important to concentrate while reading the text as that is when we acquire information about the topic in question.
• Scan the text for information and relevant clues. Candidates may be required to find facts from the text. Thus, they should be noted down whenever useful details are found in the text.
• Read the questions carefully and try to read the words before and after the gap to predict the required kind of answer.

Reading tips for OET Reading Part B

As we know in Part B of the OET Reading test, candidates need to analyze the given text passage and identify relevant details in order to answer the given questions.

This particular task is also known as a careful reading task. The text passages can range from hospital guidelines and policy documents to internal communications like memos and emails. Here are some tips candidates can implement in this part.

• When answering Part B of the OET Reading test, candidates must read the questions and the given answer option before answering. This technique will help the candidate find relevant keywords and phrases, which will make it easier to locate the answer from within the text extract.
• Eliminating irrelevant and wrong answers is also an effective way of finding the answer to a question. Such an approach works better in the case of multiple-choice questions. If candidates cross off wrong answers as they move along with a question, it helps them guess the correct answer more quickly.
• If candidates come across a certain word or phrase that they do not understand, it is advisable to highlight that word. Candidates can try to read the whole text in order to ascertain the meaning of a particular word or phrase in that context.
• Candidates should also mark relevant bits of information from the reading passages. This will help them use their time more effectively as they go back and forth between the reading passage and the question when looking for the correct answer.

Reading tips for OET Reading Part C

Part C of the OET Reading test is also a careful reading task. In this part, candidates need to understand the meaning of the two text passages provided in detail. A deeper understanding of the text passages is required to locate the answers. There are eight four-option multiple-choice questions for each text extract. Here are some tips candidates can implement in this part.

• An easy way to locate the answer to the question is to notice which paragraph the question refers to out of the entire passage so that candidates do not have to read the entire passage to find every answer. This is easy to ascertain as the questions also highlight the paragraph number.
• Skim the title of the text to understand what the passage is about. Reading the first sentence of each paragraph is also helpful in understanding the gist of the paragraph.
• Compare the given answer options to the paragraph the question is related to in the passage. The correct answer option will significantly match the relevant paragraph.
• Always keep abbreviations and synonyms in mind. Words from the text passage can be used differently in the questions. Candidates should expect the synonyms for a word used in the question for a particular passage.

The OET Reading section can be a scoring part of the OET exam if a candidate has prepared decently. Hopefully, the tips mentioned in this article will help aspiring candidates in their preparation for the OET Reading test.

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