Sample Test Flashcards
7 cards from real Duolingo English Test practice questions. Tap to flip, then mark Knew It or Still Learning — missed cards come back until you master them.
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In the Duolingo English Test, the 'Read and Select' task asks you to identify which of the displayed words are:
Answer: Real English words
You must click only the words that are genuine English words, ignoring invented non-words.
Approximately how long does the full Duolingo English Test take to complete?
Answer: About 1 hour
The test runs roughly one hour, including the graded section and a video interview.
What is the highest overall score you can earn on the Duolingo English Test?
Answer: 160
Scores range from 10 to 160 on the Duolingo English Test scale.
The Duolingo English Test is best described as:
Answer: A computer-adaptive test
Item difficulty adapts in real time based on your previous answers.
In the 'Read Aloud' task, you are asked to:
Answer: Speak a sentence shown on screen
You read a displayed sentence aloud while the microphone records your speech.
Which equipment is required to take the Duolingo English Test at home?
Answer: Webcam, microphone, and stable internet
A working camera, mic, and reliable connection are mandatory for proctoring.
During the test, looking away from the screen repeatedly may result in:
Answer: Your test being flagged or invalidated
AI proctoring flags suspicious behavior, which can void your results.