B1 exam reading & writing

How many parts are there usually in the reading section?

• 5

• 6

• 7

How long does the reading section typically last?

• 30 mins

• 40 mins

• 45 mins

How many questions are there in total in the reading section?

• 30

• 32

• 35

What are the two main writing tasks?

• email

  story

• story

  article

• email

  story or article

How long does the writing section typically last?

• 30 mins

• 40 mins

• 45 mins

How many notes will you be asked to write in the email?

• 2 notes

• 3 notes

• 4 notes

How many words are you supposed to write in the writing task?

• 100 words

• 150 words

• 200 words

What is the main point in the article?

• describe a personal experience or opinion

• provide a detailed analysis

• list facts and figures

How many subscales does the B1 exam assess in the writing section?

• Content

• Communicative Achievement

• Grammar

  Vocabulary

• Language

• Organization

In the B1 exam, candidates are required to write their answers in capital letters

• Yes

• No