Free Practice Tests for learners of English. Cambridge Key (KET) listening test, part 5 - matching. In this part of the KET test you listen to a conversation and do a matching exercise. Listening Tests. Part 1: pictures; part 2: fill in a form. Part of the University of Cambridge, we help millions of people learn English and prove their skills to the world. Find out which Cambridge English exam may be best for you. Take our quick, free online test. Cambridge Key English Test 5 contains four complete KET past papers from Cambridge ESOL. These official papers provide candidates with an excellent opportunity to familiarise themselves with the content and format of the KET examination and to practise examination techniques. This test uses the Big-Five Factor Markers from the International Personality Item Pool, developed by Goldberg (1992). The test consists of fifty items that you must rate on how true they are about you on a five point scale where 1=Disagree, 3=Neutral and 5=Agree. It takes most people 3-8 minutes to complete.
This full-length English B2 practice test provides a test structure, questions and tasks similar to the certificated TrackTest English exam. You can download the full test in a pdf file for free on the link below (no registration is needed).
Please note that the B2 sample test is provided for practice only. The official results and TrackTest English certificates can be achieved only with tests taken with a computer or smartphone through the official TrackTest website.
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The TrackTest B2 English Sample Core Test contains three sections:
SECTION I: Grammar (Use of English)
SECTION II: Reading Comprehension
SECTION III: Listening Comprehension
The expected duration of the test is 45 minutes.
In the certificated test, you always need to complete the whole section (grammar, reading, listening) before you proceed to the next section. The optional Speaking&Writing exam can be started after the successful completion of the Core test.
How to use this B2 English practice test:
1. Download the B2 English Test with answers in pdf below, print it and start answering the questions.
2. When you reach the Listening comprehension section (page 8 in the pdf test), listen to the audio samples below and mark the best answers.
B2 Listening Task 1
B2 Listening Task 2
4. Calculate the result:
On the last page (p10), you will find the correct answers to the test questions and the formula for the calculation of the percentage score. A score of 65% and more means that you would pass the B2 level and get the TrackTest B2 certificate.
What is B2 English level?
The B2 proficiency level (Upper-Intermediate English) is the fourth from six reference levels defined by CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages). B2 is the most demanded proficiency level for the job positions requiring the daily active use of language. Compared to the alternative English language assessment frameworks, it is similar to IELTS level 5-6 or TOEFL score 87-109.
The CEFR Common Reference levels are fully defined in a structured set of illustrative ‘can-do’ descriptors for many different categories. The main descriptors for B2 level include also these ‘can-do’ statements:
Can understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in his/her field of specialisation.
Can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party.
Can produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options.
For the other levels descriptors, please visit CEFR English LevelsOfficial Exam Preparation Material for A2 Key:
Cambridge Key English Test 5 Free Practice
Free: Paper-based sample test
Free: Computer-based sample tests
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Watch this tutorial before you start to help you understand what you need to do.
Check your answers as you do the test. Once the test has finished you will not be able to check them.
Use the answer key below:
Vocabulary resources:
A guide to the vocabulary needed when preparing for the KET and KET Schools exams. (PDF)
Writing resources:
Listening resources:
Speaking resources:
Free: English practice:
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