PTE Reading Test: Multiple Choice, Single Answer For this reading task, you are required to read a text (up to 300 words) and to answer a multiple-choice question. There are several possible responses, but only one is correct. To select an option, click on it using the left button of your mouse. If you decide to change your answer, left-click on the option again to deselect it, or left-click on a different option. The option you selected is highlighted in yellow. This reading task consists of two question items and takes about four minutes to complete.