THE FIELD GUIDE
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01
Choosing an exam
B2 First, C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency? A clear comparison
Compare the three target levels, understand their progression and choose a qualification around your real goal.
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02
Exam format
B2 First exam format: papers, timing and tasks
See the four components, current timing and the main task sequence in B2 First.
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03
Scores
B2 First scores explained: grades and CEFR levels
Read the Cambridge English Scale bands for B2 First and understand what the result reports.
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04
Reading
B2 First Reading and Use of English: parts and practice
A part-by-part map of the 7-part paper, with question types and focused practice advice.
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05
Writing
B2 First Writing: tasks, word counts and planning
Understand both writing tasks, the required length and how to plan for purpose, audience and clear development.
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06
Listening & Speaking
B2 First Listening and Speaking: tasks and timing
See how recordings and speaking interaction are organized, then practise each part's distinct demands.
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Exam format
C1 Advanced exam format: papers, timing and tasks
See the four components, current timing and the main task sequence in C1 Advanced.
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Scores
C1 Advanced scores explained: grades and CEFR levels
Read the Cambridge English Scale bands for C1 Advanced and understand what the result reports.
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Reading
C1 Advanced Reading and Use of English: parts and practice
A part-by-part map of the 8-part paper, with question types and focused practice advice.
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