Guidance for teachers preparing candidates for part 3 of the speaking paper of the cambridge preliminary exam. The entire b1 pet exam underwent a major overhaul in 2020 and the b1 pet speaking was also changed. Decide which college letters ah would be the most suitable for each person numbers 610. Write your name, centre number and candidate number on your answer sheet if they are not already there. Quality materials for teaching cambridge exams from breakout english. Swiss exams is a cambridge assessment english platinum centre and strives for quality, accessibility, reliability. It is the english language exam that shows you have mastered the basics. Preliminary english test for schools speaking test part 1 23 minutes. You should probably continue studying once you have passed the pet exam. Pet preliminary english test 1 listening part 1 level. Preliminary english test speaking test part 1 23 minutes ab can i have your mark sheets, please. Bec preliminary speaking part 1 teachers notes description students look at questions which they may be asked in speaking part 1, and pairs of possible answers, and they discuss which answer is better in each case.
Pdf preliminary english test for schools speaking test part. The b1 preliminary speaking test has four parts and you take it together with another candidate. All four skills of writing, reading, speaking and listening are assessed, each skill accounting for 25% of total marks available. This is part of a letter you receive from your english friend pat. Do not open this question paper until you are told to do so. Like all of the cambridge english exams, the pet exam is a passfail test and for those who pass, it delivers a certificate that does not expire. Mark the correct letter a, b or c on your answer sheet. They then do a speaking activity in groups of four, taking it in turns to act as examiners and candidates. At centres with an uneven number of candidates, the last single candidate is examined with the last pair in a group of three. Cambridge pet speaking sample test 1 english courses. This table summarises verb tenses up to the stage where perfect tenses are introduced. Normally you will do the speaking test with another candidate. Once the test has finished you will not be able to check them.
A b1 preliminary qualification shows that you have mastered the basics of english and now have practical language skills for everyday use. Speaking part 2 of the preliminary b1 speaking exam consists of a long turn, in which candidates must speak for about 1 minute about a topic, using an image. Preliminary speaking test commentary published by cambridge english language assessment remember, moments, significant part 2 paper, ruler, picture part 3 discourse management extent despite some hesitation, christina produces responses which are extended beyond short phrases. Pet for schools speaking test preparation pack teachers notes 4 pdf, 190 kb.
One of the examiners will talk to you, the other does not particpate in the conversations. This exam shows that you can communicate in english in practical, everyday situations. New preliminary english test speaking pdf cambridge english. Jul 20, 2015 contents a guide to cambridge english. The b1 speaking exam from cambridge exam english is a preliminary exam that tests the candidated ability to converse fluently. Cambridge english exams have similar characteristics, but are designed for different purposes and. Preliminary, also known as the preliminary english test pet, is part of a comprehensive range of exams developed by university of cambridge esol examinations cambridge esol. It covers all four language skills reading, writing, listening and speaking. The speaking test is conducted by two oral examiners and you will be tested in pairs of candidates.
It will give you a good foundation if you want to study for a professional english qualification. Pet for schools exam report march 2009 pdf, 178 kb pet for schools exam report march 2010 pdf, 118 kb preliminary for schools exam report 2011 pdf, 167 kb. Preliminary english test paper 1 reading and writing sample paper 1 1 hour 30 minutes additional materials. The task in part 3 of the speaking test the candidates are each in turn given a colour photograph and asked to talk about it for up to one minute. Paper 2 a summary of preliminary english test writing paper 2. Top tips for preparing for the cambridge pet speaking exam.
B1 preliminary for schools is a rigorous and thorough test of. Examinations syndicate ucles preliminary english test pet. You can also find business concepts, grammar, use of english, speaking elements, street talk. For each of these numbers mark the correct letter on. Cambridge b1 preliminary for schools speaking test from 2020. One of the examiners talks to you and the other examiner listens.
Entry level certificate in english esol entry 3 candidate centre number number candidate name university of cambridge esol examinations english for speakers of other languages preliminary english test paper 1 reading and writing sample paper 1 1 hour 30 minutes additional materials. Compact preliminary for schools is a focused, 50 60 hour course for cambridge english. Practise with these pet speaking part 3 pictures and part 4 prompts. Write your name, centre number and candidate number on your answer sheets if they are not already there.
Answer sheets soft clean eraser soft pencil type b or hb is recommended time 1 hour 30 minutes instructions to candidates write your name, centre number and candidate number in the spaces at the top of this page. Preliminary is a rigorous and thorough test of english at level b1. University of cambridg esol examinations business english. A summary of preliminary english test reading paper 1. It is also the first of the steps in the 10step system to reach a common european framework of reference level. Cambridge pet speaking sample test 1 cambridge practice tests.
Official cambridge english b1 preliminary for schools. Cambridge b1 preliminary for schools speaking test from. Preliminary for schools, also known as preliminary english test pet. The marks are for what you do over the whole speaking test, not for each part of the test. Read more about those changes and the differences between the exams in our post about cambridge exam. In part 2 he keeps the discussion going and introduces new ideas. Preliminary speaking test commentary published by cambridge english language assessment remember, moments, significant part 2 paper, ruler, picture part 3 discourse management extent despite some hesitation, christina produces responses which. Oct 18, 2018 this is the pet preliminary english test 1, listening part 1 from cambridge. B1 preliminary for schools speaking real test 2020 format duration. Test 1 8 part 2 questions 610 the people below are all looking for a college course. The students book features eight topic based units with focused exam preparation to maximise the performance of schoolage learners. Preliminary english test for schools speaking test part 1 23 minutes ab ab a b phase 1 interlocutor good morning afternoon evening. Preliminary is also known as the preliminary english test pet and preliminary english test for schools petfs. Pet preliminary english test 1 listening part 1 level b1.
It contains four complete tests based on recent pet papers. Sample papers key can be found in the pet for schools handbook. Here youll find information about the exam, practice tests, vocabulary exercises and grammar activities to help you succeed in your exam preparation. This lesson is suitable for students at the beginning, in the middle and towards the end of their cambridge english. Read the instructions for each part of the paper carefully. Mar 18, 2019 b1 preliminary speaking test from 2020 kenza and mohammed. Access cambridge pet speaking sample test 1 here to help you prepare and succeed in the cambridge pet exam. Try to do this test and check your answers at the end. The preliminary english test is one of the cambridge english exams. B1 preliminary for schools speaking test roberto and simone video speaking test examiner comments pdf free online activities. Pdf preliminary english test for schools speaking test. Welcome to flojoes preparation area for the cambridge preliminary english test pet. For each of these numbers mark the correct letter on your answer sheet.
Pet handbook, sample papers paper 1, reading and writing. Preliminary english test for schools paper 1 reading and writing sample paper time 1 hour 30 minutes instructions to candidates do not open this question paper until you are told to do so. Pet paper 3 speaking cambridge english preliminary. On the opposite page there are descriptions of eight colleges and the courses they offer. Preliminary exam, also known as the pet exam, which stands for preliminary english test, is designed for students with intermediate english. At the bottom of most pages youll find a box like this. Preliminary 4 test1 14 test2 34 test3 54 test4 74 frames for the speaking test 94 test key 108 test 2key 121 test3key 6 test 4key 151 sample answor sheets 166, acknowledgements 171 visual. Do this test if you want to know that you have an intermediate level of english. Preliminary pet, is one of our cambridge english qualifications. B1 preliminary speaking test from 2020 kenza and mohammed. Manual responds and interacts appropriately and effectively throughout the test and is able to develop the discussion topics with very little support. The more words you encounter and understand, the broader your daytoday vocabulary will become. Preliminary english test speaking test part 1 cambridge english. Pet and pet for schools there are two versions of the exam available.
This is the pet preliminary english test 1, listening part 1 from cambridge. With this level of english you will enjoy holidays in english speaking countries. For each part of the test there will be time for you to look through the. The cambridge preliminary pet speaking test is a comprehensive assessment of speaking over 4 parts, both individual and collaborative.
Answer sheets soft clean eraser soft pencil type b or hb. This material may be photocopied without alteration and. Examiners ses is managed by team leaders tls who are in turn. The preliminary english test, corresponds to level a2b2 of the common european framework and is provided by cambridge english language assessment. Cambridge english exams online preparation, free practise test, exercises and video lessons.
Paper 3 a summary of preliminary english test listening paper 3. The students in his class want to give him a present. Preliminary english test for schools speaking test part 1 23. You have to read notices, short texts and longer factual. Preliminary is the first of the levels to divide the language tested into separate skills. The examiners are evaluating the candidates ability to organise their speech and develop a topic without repetition. Preliminary 4 test 1 14 test 2 34 test 3 54 test 4 74 frames for the speaking test 94 test1 key 106 test 2 key 121 test 3 key 6 test 4 key 151 sample answer sheets 166 acknowledgements 171 visual material for. Preliminary english test 8 free ebook download as pdf file. Preliminary helps candidates develop the skills they need to use english to communicate effectively in a variety of practical contexts. Come back regularly as well be adding more materials. Paper 4 a summary of preliminary english test speaking paper 4. Pet has three examination papers which test reading, writing, listening and speaking. We have activities for reading, writing, listening, grammar, pronunciation and vocabulary. Preliminary 4 test 1 14 test 2 34 test 3 54 test 4 74 frames for the speaking test 94 test1 key 106 test 2 key 121 test 3 key 6 test 4 key 151 sample answer sheets 166 acknowledgements 171 visual material for the speaking test colour section at centre of book.
Grammar and vocabulary, discourse management, pronunciation, interactive communication and global achievement. Pdf pet practice tests cambridge preliminary english. To make sure our exams are up to date with the latest research in language learning and teaching, we update them regularly. Top tips for preparing for the cambridge pet speaking exam posted on december 9, 2016 by phil weir to get a good mark in the pet speaking exam, you will need to produce simple sentences on familiar topics, and also be able to give reasons, opinions and explain your plans. B1 preliminary pet exam practice intermediate level. In the pet speaking test, candidates are examined in pairs by two examiners. Pet for schools speaking test preparation pack student worksheet 4 pdf, 195 kb pet for schools speaking test preparation pack candidate visuals worksheet 4 pdf, 493 kb exam reports.
It is widely accepted as a qualification representing a general basic ability in english cefr level b1. When your test is complete, the examiners give you marks for each of these things. Pet for schools speaking sample paper part 1 phase 1. Reading answer key pdf listening answer key pdf there is no answer key for the writing sample paper.
1125 978 425 935 833 708 1328 1319 168 960 91 1214 200 1621 559 1063 89 529 1424 211 879 33 1517 1348 436 1378 298 1196 1649 373 1403 288 572 840 550 295 1453 370 1117 845 608 815