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📖OET60 dk
ReadingOET Exam Guide
60
minutes
42
questions
3
task type
60 minutes, 42 questions. Scored A-E. Part A is time-pressured (15 min only).
Tested Skills
exam.skills.medical-readingexam.skills.expeditious-readingexam.skills.clinical-comprehensionexam.skills.healthcare-texts
Question Types
1Part A - Expeditious Reading (15 min)
2Part B - Short Texts (6 texts)
3Part C - Long Texts (2 texts)
Task Types
OET Reading
1
Part A - Expeditious Reading (15 min)
20 questionsSkim and scan 4 short texts to locate specific information (20 questions)
Strategies:
- •Work quickly - this section tests speed reading
2
Part B - Short Texts (6 texts)
6 questionsRead 6 short workplace texts (100-150 words each) with 1 question per text
Strategies:
- •Identify the main purpose of each text
3
Part C - Long Texts (2 texts)
16 questionsRead 2 longer texts (600-800 words) on health topics with detailed questions (16 questions)
Strategies:
- •Read questions first, then scan the text
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Golden Tips
- ✓Practice speed reading for Part A - do not read every word
- ✓Part B tests understanding of workplace texts - know the context
- ✓Part C requires careful reading - manage remaining time well
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Common Mistakes
- ✗Spending too long on Part A (only 15 minutes allowed)
- ✗Not reading Part C questions before the text
Preparation Resources
Recommended resources for Reading section
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Practice
OET Reading Strategies
Speed reading techniques for healthcare texts
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Guide
Healthcare Reading Materials
Medical journals and patient information leaflets
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