General Practice Flashcards
6 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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What is the 'adaptive' nature of the Duolingo English Test?
Answer: The difficulty of questions adjusts in real-time based on the test taker's performance
The Duolingo English Test uses computer-adaptive technology where question difficulty changes based on real-time performance. Correct answers lead to harder questions, and incorrect answers lead to easier ones, allowing precise measurement of ability.
What happens during the 10-minute unscored writing and speaking sample of the Duolingo English Test?
Answer: The test taker responds to prompts, and the sample is shared with institutions alongside the score
The unscored sample allows test takers to demonstrate their abilities through extended writing and speaking responses. While not factored into the numerical score, these samples are shared with institutions and provide additional evidence of English proficiency.
What are the four subscores provided by the Duolingo English Test?
Answer: Literacy, Conversation, Comprehension, Production
The test provides four subscores: Literacy (reading + writing), Conversation (listening + speaking), Comprehension (reading + listening), and Production (writing + speaking). Each subscore is on a 10-160 scale and provides a detailed proficiency profile.
How long are Duolingo English Test scores valid?
Answer: 2 years from the test date
Duolingo English Test scores are valid for 2 years from the test date, which is the same validity period as TOEFL and IELTS scores. After 2 years, test takers would need to retake the test if institutions require current scores.
What security measures does the Duolingo English Test use to prevent cheating?
Answer: AI proctoring with camera monitoring, screen recording, and human review of flagged sessions
The test uses multi-layered security: AI monitors the camera feed for suspicious behavior (looking away, other people), the screen is recorded, and flagged sessions are reviewed by human proctors. Test takers must be alone in a well-lit room.
Can the Duolingo English Test be taken on a mobile device?
Answer: No, it requires a laptop or desktop computer with specific requirements
The Duolingo English Test can only be taken on a laptop or desktop computer running a supported browser (Chrome is recommended). Smartphones and tablets are not supported because the test requires a full-sized screen, camera positioning, and typing capability.