How long is the Duolingo English Test's free Quick Practice test?
The Duolingo English Test's free Quick Practice test currently runs for about 15 minutes. If you want a fuller preview of the real exam, you can continue from there into the complete 60-minute free practice test, which more closely mirrors the actual test format and timing.
Duolingo's free Quick Practice test currently takes about 15 minutes to complete, giving you a fast preview of the exam format. If that is not enough for you, you can move straight into the full 60-minute free practice test for a more complete rehearsal.
Duolingo Free Practice Options
| Practice Option | Duration | Best Used For |
|---|---|---|
| Quick Practice test | About 15 minutes | A fast first look at question types |
| Full free practice test | 60 minutes | A realistic rehearsal of the actual exam |
Why You Should Try Both Before Test Day
The shorter Quick Practice test works well as an early check to understand the exam's adaptive style, while the full 60-minute version helps you build stamina and get used to the timing pressure of the real test. Using both gives you a much clearer sense of where you stand.
My Advice
Take the Quick Practice test early in your preparation, then save the full 60-minute practice test for closer to your exam date. Treating that longer version as a dress rehearsal, in the same room and setup you plan to use, gives you the most realistic sense of your readiness.
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