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Focusing on reading questions from DET practice tests available on the official website, the research analyzed 120 questions from 20 test sessions, with each session containing six questions. Data were collected through observation sheets and field notes, then analyzed using a descriptive interpretative method. The findings reveal four main question patterns: main idea (16. 7%), detailed information (50%), conclusion (16. 7%), and vocabulary (16. 7%). As for question types, the frequencies are evenly distributed among multiple choice (33%), short answer/fill in the blank (33 .3%), and matching (33 .3%). These patterns and formats are similar to those found in other standardized English proficiency tests, though DET presents slight variations. The study concludes that understanding question types and having a strong vocabulary are essential for success in DETreading tasks. Moreover, the complexity of DET reading questions challenges not only basic comprehension but also higher-order thinking skills such as analysis, interpretation, and evaluation.  \nKeywords: Analysis; Duolingo English Test; Reading Questions; Question Patterns and Types.  \nA. Introduction  \nAlthough each country has a different language, they are all united by the international language of English. Rohmah (2005) explained that English is a global language and not just an international one. Then, an international language can be understood as a language used in international communication involving people from various countries. This makes learning English a very important thing. Likewise, in the field of tests, be it entrance tests for several well-known universities or scholarships, English is definitely used. Generally, the tests used are the TOEFL and IELTS tests. However, after the COVID-19 pandemic, the Duolingo English Test became an alternative for English tests because it is easy to access and the price is also affordable. So many test takers use this website to take the English test.  \nThe Duolingo English Test (DET) is a modern English language proficiency evaluation for today's international institutions and students. The test is administered using computer-based adaptive technology, which means the difficulty of the questions is customized to each test taker. The entire test takes less than an hour. Test results are validated within two days and can be shared across institutions.  \nAccording to DET's official website, DET is also officially accepted by more than 4,500 institutions worldwide, and the number continues to grow. This opens up great opportunities for overseas scholarship hunters to get into prestigious universities such as Harvard Graduate Business School, Adams State University, and many more. However, this also requires extra learning. Although the Duolingo English test can be accessed anywhere and anytime, before starting the Duolingo test, it is better for participants to prepare things that make the test better and test takers score well by understanding the test structure, one of which is the reading test. The test includes several sections designed to assess different aspects of English language proficiency, such as listening comprehension, reading, writing, and speaking. One of the tests that has a difficulty level on the Duolingo English Test is the reading test. 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