Structure of the examination
The telc B1-B2 consists of a written and an oral examination.
Test takers complete tasks evaluating both receptive and productive skills. Receptive skills are tested through reading and listening comprehension tasks, as well as a language elements section. Tasks include multiple choice or text matching.
Productive skills are evaluated in written and oral tasks. Here, test takers are presented with some form of input, such as questions or images, which they respond to in written or spoken form.
| Subtest | Number of parts | Duration in minutes | Additional information | |
| Listening | 4 | 25 |
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| Reading | 4 | 40 | ||
| Language Elements | 2 | 20 | ||
| Writing | 1 | 30 | ||
| Oral examination | Speaking | 3 | 16 | Pair examination 20-minute preparation time |
This exam can be taken in a computer or paper-based format.
The mock examination includes a complete test with solutions, which can be used to prepare at home or in class. It also provides you with all the important information about the examination procedure and how the written and oral performances are assessed.
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In the Tips for Test Takers you will find detailed instructions for all types of tasks that appear in the exam. You will also find examples of written test takers' performances with comments on the evaluation.
telc English B1∙B2 Mock Examination
The mock examination and corresponding audio files can be downloaded here free of charge.
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The CEFR level B1-B2
The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) defines six levels of competence: A1, A2, B1, B2, C1 and C2.
Learners at B1 level can
• communicate in a simple and coherent way in daily life, at work, and when travelling.
• write or speak about a range of topics in their own area of interest.
• participate in conversations about family, hobbies, work, and current events, reporting experiences, describing goals, and giving reasons for opinions.
• use grammar and language correctly. They can understand and produce simple, connected texts on familiar topics.
Learners at B2 can
• communicate easily with others in a relatively fluent and spontaneous way.
• actively participate in discussions and interact with native speakers without strain for either side.
• understand and produce clear, detailed text on both concrete and abstract topics and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving advantages and disadvantages of various options.
Why choose a telc language test?
telc language tests are recognised worldwide by schools, universities, employers and government authorities as valid proof of language proficiency at all six levels of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). As a full member of ALTE (Association of Language Testers in Europe), telc is committed to complying with international quality standards. Regular audits are carried out to ensure we meet these standards.
Find out more about telc quality standards here.
