Cambridge B2 First – Exam Practice

Practice Test

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Reading and Use of English Sample
Writing Sample
Listening Sample
Speaking Sample

The Cambridge B2 First computer-based exam contains exactly the same content and has the same format as the paper-based version. Using the Net Languages B2 First Practice Tests provides essential practice for both versions of this exam.

Reading and Use of English

There are seven parts to this paper, with a total of 52 questions, which count as 40% of the total marks. Each part contains a different text. In the exam you have 1 hour 15 minutes to complete this paper.

Writing

There are two parts to this paper, which count as 20% of the total marks. You have to write two compositions: a compulsory one, and another one where you have a choice from three titles. In the exam you have 1 hour 20 minutes in total. When you have finished your two compositions, send them to your tutor, who will mark them for you.

Listening

There are four parts and 30 questions in total, which count as 20% of the total marks. In each part you will listen to a recording and answer comprehension questions. In the exam this part lasts about 40 minutes.

Speaking

In the exam there are four parts to this paper, which count as 20% of the total marks. It takes place in the presence of two examiners and another candidate. You speak to one of the examiners in parts 1 and 2, and to the other candidate in parts 3 and 4. It lasts 14 minutes. In these practice tests, this paper is conducted over the phone, and you will speak only with the examiner. You will need to look at the pictures that are shown in this part of the exam.