Duolingo Reading Practice Test - DET Reading Questions

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Read and Select

In this Duolingo reading question you have to read the text and select the real English word. This task requires strong vocabulary.

Subscore: Reading, Literacy, comprehension

Fill in the Blanks

In this Duolingo reading task you will read a sentence with one unfinished word and you have to complete the blank by filling it properly.

Subscore: Reading, Literacy, comprehension

Read & Complete

In Read and Complete, you need to type the missing letters to finish the words in a short passage.

Subscore: Reading, Literacy, comprehension

Interactive Reading

In this task, a set of questions appears one after another, where you complete the passage, choose the right ideas, verify details, and check what’s logically implied from the text.

Subscore: Reading, Literacy, comprehension

Duolingo Reading Practice Tips

Read Actively, Not Passively

Skimming won't help in the Duolingo English test. Focus on understanding the main idea, tone, and intent behind each sentence. Pay attention to how sentences connect and support each other. This builds your ability to quickly grasp the meaning without rereading too much, which saves time and boosts accuracy.

Build Your Vocabulary Daily

A strong vocabulary makes reading easier. Learn 5–10 new words each day, especially academic terms and common connectors (like “however” or “therefore”). Use them in sentences to make them stick. The broader your vocabulary, the faster you’ll recognize meanings and avoid getting stuck on tricky words during the test. You can give the Duolingo reading practice test to evaluate your performance.

Practice with Real-Like Passages

Don't just read random articles. Use reading material that matches DET style—short academic or informational passages. DET Practice Test offers realistic practice. Get used to the structure and question types so nothing surprises you on test day. Familiarity with the format builds confidence and helps you move faster.

Improve Reading Speed Gradually

You don’t need to rush, but slow reading hurts your score too. Time yourself when practicing and aim for steady improvement. Begin by reading slowly to ensure full understanding, then gradually increase your speed while maintaining accuracy. Quick comprehension is key to completing the test within the time limit.

Understand Context, Not Just Words

Sometimes you may not know a word, and that’s okay. Learn to guess the meaning from the surrounding text. Examine the sentence flow, grammatical clues, and the overall topic. Understanding context helps you handle unfamiliar vocabulary confidently, especially when under time pressure.