| Task Type | Task Description | Skills Assessed |
|---|---|---|
| Task 1: Multiple Choice | Candidates are required to choose one answer from four options (A, B, C and D), Or the best two answers from five alternatives (A, B, C, D or E), or the best three answers from seven alternatives (A, B, C, D, E, F or G). | Detailed understanding, overall understanding |
| Task 2: Identifying Information | True, False and Not Given | Recognition of particular points. |
| Task 3: Identifying Writer’s Views/ Claims | Yes, No, Not Given | Recognition of opinions. |
| Task 4: Matching Information | Specific details, an example, a reason, a description, a comparison, a summary, an explanation. | Recognition of specific information. |
| Task 5: Matching Headings | Candidates are required to match the headings marked alphabetically. | Recognition of main ideas or theme. |
| Task 6: Matching Features | Candidates are required to match sets or pieces of information with a given list of options. | Ability to connect reationships and facts. |
| Task 7: Match Sentence Endings | Candidates are given first half iof a sentence and asked tro complete it. | Ability to understand. |
| Task 8: Sentence Completion | Candidates are required to complete sentences ion a given number of words. | Recognition of specific information |
| Task 9: Summary, Note Table, Flow-Chart Completion | Candidates are given information towards completion of sentences. | Summarizing skills. |
| Task 10: Diagram Label Completion | Candidates are required to complete labels on a diagram. | Ability to grasp detailed description. |
| Task 11: Short-Answer Questions | Candidates are required to relate their answers with factual information. | Ability to locate and understand precise information. |