The Notebook on the Last Bus
About this practice test
Practise B1 English narrative writing by developing a coherent story about an unexpected discovery on a bus.
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 25 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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An unexpected notebook · Story / Narrative
Write your own response, addressing every part of the task.
Write a story beginning with this sentence: “When I opened the notebook, I realised it did not belong to me.” The discovery must affect what the main character does next.
Task requirements
- Use the given opening sentence.
- Develop a clear sequence of connected events.
- Provide an ending that follows from the discovery.
Write at least 140 words. Suggested practice time: 25 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.