Should the Library Open Later
About this practice test
Practise B1 English academic-discussion writing by responding to classmates and developing a supported contribution.
What you’ll practice
Answering the task
Address the purpose, audience and every requirement.
Developing your ideas
Build clear paragraphs with relevant support.
Using language well
Choose precise vocabulary and varied, accurate sentences.
What to expect:
1 writing task. Write and save each response, then choose feedback for 25 coins. Sign in to receive feedback and practice scores out of 10.
The practice timer allows 10 minutes.
Study the questions and tasks
Work through the material below, or start the interactive practice above to complete an attempt. Use the task instructions and the guidance at the end of the page to review your own response.
- Practice level
- B1. Try this level if you can follow the instructions and understand most of the language; choose an earlier level if you need more support.
- Question formats
- Writing response
How to approach this practice
Identify the purpose of the task and plan your main points before writing. For a visual task, compare the important features and use the supplied data accurately.
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Should the Library Open Later · Academic discussion
Write your own response, addressing every part of the task.
Contribute to the discussion below. State your view, respond to at least one idea already raised, and add a reason or example that develops the discussion.
Teacher: Our college can fund either later library opening on weekdays or extra weekend opening. Which would benefit students more, and why? Lena: I prefer later weekdays. Many students work during the day, so they need a quiet place after dinner. Omar: Weekend opening matters more. Students with long journeys can spend several useful hours there instead of travelling for a short evening visit.
Task requirements
- Make your own position clear.
- Engage with an idea from the discussion.
- Add a relevant explanation or example.
Write at least 100 words. Suggested practice time: 10 minutes.
What to review next
Check every task requirement, paragraph organisation, word choice and sentence accuracy. Revise your response after reviewing any feedback you choose to request.
A focused practice result shows how you did on these tasks. Use several activities across skills to decide what to study next; one practice score does not certify an overall CEFR level.