PTE Respond to a Situation Predictions – 6–12 July 2026 Weekly Study File

Your classmate's leg is injured, but he needs to return books to the library. You are planning to help him by returning the books. What would you say to him'

You have taken a course for one semester. Now your friend tells you they also want to take this course and asks for your advice. Since the course is too dizcult, you do not recommend it. What should you say'

You're sharing a flat with a few other students, but you've noticed they often use your desk and your stationery. You are very concerned about losing your things. What would you say'

You wrote an assignment, consulted your tutor, and asked them for some feedback on your work. What would you say to him'

After choosing Subject A, you're thinking about changing it and consult your tutor about Subject B. What would you say'

You want to copy some documents, but you notice the printer is broken and the red light is flashing. What would you say to the administrator'

You have to return a book to your friend, but when you get to school you realize you have forgotten to bring it. Your friend really needs it today. What will you say to your friend'

Your loan has been delayed, so you can't pay the full amount of the accommodation fee at once. You have a part-time job, but it's not enough. You are going to ask the university accommodation ozcer for advice. What will you say'

Your flatmate's visitors don't follow the rules, and your food in the fridge keeps disappearing. You need to talk to your flatmate about it. What will you say'

Your computer is broken and you can't attend the online class. How should you tell your professor'

You see a job advertisement for a caff, but you're not sure if it's still valid, so you go and ask the manager and inquire about the tasks of the position being advertised. What would you say'

Your flatmate doesn't follow the schedule to complete housework. What would you say to him or her'

Your flatmates are holding a party in their room at night, which is too noisy for you to sleep, but you have an important exam early tomorrow morning. What should you say to them'

The deadline for your assignment is approaching, but your computer is broken, and you want to ask your teacher for an extension. What would you say'

You are in your second year of university and have been working on a big assignment for your psychology class. Unfortunately, you've had the flu for the past week and couldn't concentrate or get much work done. You have a doctor's note and feel a little better now. You go to your lecturer's ozce to talk. What would you say'

You are walking out of a lecture and realize that you didn't fully understand some of the main points your professor discussed. You notice a classmate who seemed to take good notes and was paying close attention during class. You want to ask them for help in understanding what was covered. What would you say'

You are working on an essay for your course and you are having dizculty organizing your ideas. You approach your professor after class and ask her if you could come to her ozce to discuss your essay. What do you say to her'

You purchased chips at a supermarket where there was a discount offer of 2 for 3 dollars. However, at the checkout, you noticed that you were charged 3 dollars for each bag instead. How would you politely point out the pricing error to the cashier and ask for a correction'

Your classmate is currently away on vacation, and you're at her home. Due to strong winds, some of the balcony furniture has been damaged. You want to let her know about the situation so she can be mentally prepared before returning. What would you say to her in a thoughtful and considerate way'

You borrowed a book from your friend Anit, and she has asked for it back. You want to politely arrange its return and find a time that works for her to pick it up. What would you say to Anit to make the return easy and convenient for both of you'

You're getting ready to leave for a vacation and are concerned about your garden plants. One morning, you notice your neighbor at her door. You'd like to ask if she could kindly water your plants twice a week while you're away. What would you say to her'

You are trying to work on an important assignment that is due next week. While studying in the library, the person sitting next to you starts watching a video without using headphones. It's making it hard for you to concentrate. You decide to politely speak to the person to maintain the quiet environment. What do you say to them'

You borrowed a book from the university library. But while reading it, you notice that two pages have been torn out, but you didn't do it. What do you say to the librarian when you return the book'

Your flight has been canceled, so instead of going to the airport, you now need to go home. You had already told the taxi driver to head to the airport. What would you say to the driver to explain the change and give directions to your home'

You are late to school today and need to explain the situation to your teacher. How would you apologize for being late and provide a reasonable explanation for your delay'

You are going to eat outside with your friends and they want to eat Italian food. You don't like Italian food, but you want to dine out with them. What would you say to your friends'

You're running late to class, and the professor has moved it to a different room because the classroom computer broke down. You're not sure where the new room is. What would you say when you call a classmate to ask for help'

You have a roommate, but he usually does not clean the common areas. You cannot stand dirty common areas. You're going to talk to him. What are you going to say'

You would like to apply for a position at the school caff, but you're aware that the manager prefers candidates with prior experience. Although you don't have that experience yet, you are enthusiastic, willing to learn, and ready to put in the effort. How would you express your interest and convince the manager to give you a chance'

You are enrolled in evening business classes, and your project deadline is approaching. You feel you need more time and would like to request an extension through the weekend. You decide to visit your professor during ozce hours. How would you politely ask for an extension'

How would you respond to your friend Susan's suggestion to go for a countryside walk tomorrow, letting her know you'd love to join but prefer to wait until the morning to decide, since the weather forecast predicts rain'

How would you start a conversation with your colleagues to discuss ideas for a farewell gift for your manager, Joe, who is retiring and planning to travel abroad'

How would you politely give feedback to the restaurant manager, mentioning that you enjoyed the food but were disappointed with the waiter's service and the missing coffee order'

During your dinner date, how would you politely tell your friend that you'd prefer to eat at a restaurant with a full menu rather than going to Sam's Cafe, which mainly offers drinks'

You have a tutorial scheduled for 3 P .M. on Monday, but you've been selected to participate in an important competition at the same time. You need to inform your teacher and request a solution. What would you say'

You've been given a deadline for an assignment, but due to a personal emergency, you need more time to finish it. How would you approach your professor to request an extension and ensure the situation is handled appropriately' What would you say'

You notice that the stairs at your workplace are wet and slippery, which could pose a safety hazard. What would you say to your colleagues or supervisor to address the situation and ensure the area is made safe for everyone'

A colleague has invited you to dinner, but you are unable to attend due to prior commitments. How would you politely turn down the invitation while expressing your appreciation' What key points would you mention to maintain a positive relationship'

You've invited a friend to dinner at your place. However, you're unsure about their food preferences or dietary restrictions. You decide to call them, but they don't answer. How would you leave a message asking about their food preferences to ensure you prepare something they would enjoy'

Your friend is planning to visit a location far from their home and is considering driving. However, you believe taking the train could be a more convenient option. Your friend is undecided between driving and taking the train. How would you recommend the train as the better choice, and what key points would you emphasize to convince them of its advantages'

Your manager is retiring soon, and you want to buy a thoughtful gift. How would you approach a friend or colleague for advice on selecting and purchasing the gift, including choosing something that reflects their interests, setting a budget, coordinating with others for a group gift, and ensuring a meaningful presentation'

You and your friends have different restaurant preferences for a night out. How should you approach the conversation to express your preference for a different restaurant, and what points should you cover to reach a compromise that considers everyone's opinions'

You are late by 10 minutes for a meeting due to a broken car and heavy trazc. How do you approach your colleagues or boss to explain your delay' What key points should you mention'

You have an appointment and need to leave work early to accompany a relative. How do you request permission from your employer for early departure' What key points should you address to ensure your request is understood and approved'

You need to leave work early to drive a family member to see the doctor. How do you approach your boss to explain the situation' What specific points do you include to ensure understanding and approval of your request'

Your car has broken down, and you know a girl is waiting for you. How do you approach this situation to inform her of the delay and ask for assistance or suggest alternative arrangements' What specific details do you include to ensure clear communication and to propose a solution that accommodates both of your needs'

You've just arrived at the ozce and realized that it's pouring rain outside. You didn't bring an umbrella and know that one of your colleagues, who sits near you, often has a spare. How do you approach your colleague to ask for an umbrella, and what specific points do you include to ensure a positive response'

You have noticed that one of your colleagues lives in the same building as you and you are planning to approach them to travel together to work to avoid parking fees. Try to cover the following details: - Welcoming the idea of carpooling - Benefits of traveling together - Logistics such as meeting time and location - Any other relevant information to coordinate the carpool

You are sick so you can't attend the invitation for the movie. Your friend in the lunchroom is having coffee, inform him about the situation.

You overheard your colleagues discussing about renting bikes, which sounds really fun and you are interested in it. Speak to your colleagues and inquire about the details, such as the cost of renting and how and where you can rent a bike.

Yesterday, you went to a cafe and forgot your bag, which contained your college materials. You were sitting by the window at lunchtime. Now, you need to call the cafe and discuss your forgotten bag. How would you respond to that'

You and your friends went to a local restaurant where you encountered several issues with the quality and service. The long wait times, small meal portions, and the coffee you ordered never arrived. Now, the manager is asking for your feedback after the meal. How would you respond to that'

A friend called you to discuss a problem with one of her children. Let her know that you are busy preparing dinner and that you will call her later to help with the issue. How do you handle such situations'

You borrowed a book from the library and forgot to return it on time. Now, there's a late fee, and you need to explain the delay to the librarian and possibly request a waiver or reduction of the fee. What is your conversation like'

You've organized a group study session with your classmates at your apartment. However, when they arrive, you notice some of them are not following the agreed-upon noise level and are causing disturbances to your neighbors. You need to remind them to be considerate of others. What would you say to your classmates'

You're a project manager who has just reviewed a team's project draft due next week. You notice several critical sections are incomplete, and the overall quality is below expectations. You need to address these issues promptly while motivating the team to improve their work before the deadline. What would you say to your team'

Your neighbor has been playing loud music late at night, making it dizcult for you to sleep. You want to address the situation diplomatically to maintain a good relationship with your neighbor while ensuring the noise is reduced during late hours. What would you say to your neighbor'

You're at a salon and you want to get a haircut, but you realize that you left your wallet in your taxi. You don't have the taxi number and you don't have any other payment methods with you. What will you tell the stylist in order to get this situation sorted'

You are supposed to submit an essay by tomorrow, but you have been unwell for a fortnight. You have a medical certificate from the clinic. You have recovered now, but you need more time to finish your essay. You visit your professor's ozce. How do you request him for an extension over the weekend'

You have a presentation at 9 am and your laptop crashed. Call your professor and ask for an extension or an alternative way to submit your work.

You had a doctor's appointment at 10 am and you were late. Explain at the reception the reason for your delay and request the reception to know if you can see the doctor later today.

You're working on a group project with three other classmates and you have a deadline coming up soon. One of your group members has not contributed anything so far and is not responding to your messages. What would you say to your group member and your other teammates'

As a university student sharing a dorm with a consistently messy and inconsiderate roommate, you've attempted discussions without success. Frustrated and unsure of what to do, you plan to consult your resident advisor. What do you say to your Roommate'

The oral storytelling skills of African American preschoolers make a difference in how quickly their reading skills develop, according to a new study from the Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute (FPG) at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Researchers say the effect is much different for girls and boys. 'Knowing how to tell a clear and coherent story is an important skill for helping young children develop strong reading skills, which, in turn, can help them to be successful across a number of different subjects in school,' said FPG advanced research scientist Nicole Gardner-Neblett. 'Prior research suggests that historical and cultural factors foster strong storytelling skills among African American children, which has implications for their development as readers.' Two years ago, Gardner-Neblett's own research was the first to demonstrate a connection between African American preschoolers' storytelling abilities and their early reading skills in kindergarten. The study found a link between storytelling and reading only for African American children, from households across income levels, but not for any other demographic group. Stark differences in reading achievement exist between Black and White elementary school children, as does a gender gap in reading outcomes, with girls outperforming boys. Because of both disparities in achievement, Gardner-Neblett and FPG advanced research scientist John Sideris wanted to better understand if and how gender plays a role in the link between African American children's storytelling skills and reading development.

Who would have thought back in 1698, as they downed their espressos, that the little band of stockbrokers from Jonathan's Coffee House in Change Alley EC3 would be the founding members of what would become the world's mighty money capital' Progress was not entirely smooth. The South Sea Bubble burst in 1720 and the coffee house exchanges burned down in 1748. As late as Big Bang in 1986, when bowler hats were finally hung up, you wouldn't have bet the farm on London surpassing New York, Frankfurt, and T okyo as Mammon's international nexus. Yet the 325,000 souls who operate in the UK capital's financial hub have now overtaken their New York rivals in size of the funds managed (including offshore business), they hold 70% of the global secondary bond market and the City dominates foreign exchange trading. And its institutions paid out ñ9 billion in bonuses in December. The Square Mile has now spread both eastwards from EC3 to Canary Wharf and westwards into Mayfair, where many of the private equity 'locusts' and their hedge fund pals now hang out. For foreigners in finance, London is the place to be. It has no Sarbanes Oxley and no euro to hold it back, yet the fact that it still flies so high is against the odds. London is one of the most expensive cities in the world to live in, transport systems groan and there's an ever-present threat of terrorist attacks. But for the time being, the deals just keep on getting bigger.