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Reorder Paragraphs: PTE guide and practice
Reorder Paragraphs asks you to arrange shuffled text boxes into a logical and cohesive order.
- Section
- Reading
- Practice time
- About 3 minutes per item
- Official format
- Pearson PTE
Direct answer
What is Reorder Paragraphs in PTE?
Identify the independent opening sentence, then connect the remaining boxes using reference words, chronology and idea development.
What it measures
Which skills does Reorder Paragraphs assess?
Reading comprehension, organisation and cohesion.
Step by step
How should you approach Reorder Paragraphs?
- Find a topic sentence that does not depend on earlier text.
- Build strong pairs using pronouns, repeated terms and transitions.
- Read the complete sequence for logical progression.
Avoid these
Common Reorder Paragraphs mistakes
- Ordering boxes from general appearance alone.
- Ignoring pronouns or linkers that refer to earlier information.
Official reference
Use The Panel for guided preparation and practice. Confirm official test rules and scoring details on the Pearson PTE Reading format page.
Put the guide into practice
Try a focused Reorder Paragraphs session.
Open the matching module in The Panel practice portal and apply the steps while they are fresh.