FCE Speaking Test 1: practical tasks, free-time places and meeting other residents
FCE Speaking Test 1 is a free B2 First Speaking practice test in four parts, with recorded examiner prompts and 4 photos. You compare ways of learning and spending free time, then discuss how a town can help residents meet one another. The Part 3 question is “How could these activities help residents get to know one another?”
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- Solo practice with recorded examiner prompts
- Estimated Cambridge English Scale score
What is in FCE Speaking Test 1
| Part | Task | Exam time | In this test |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Interview | 2 min | 8 questions (6 asked), from “What do you like most about the place where you live?” |
| 2 | Long turn | 4 min | 2 photos each: people working on practical tasks in different ways; people spending their free time in different places |
| 3 | Collaborative task | 4 min | How could these activities help residents get to know one another? |
| 4 | Discussion | 4 min | 6 questions (5 asked), from “Why do some people find it difficult to get to know their neighbours?” |
Solo practice: you answer recorded examiner prompts. The real test is face to face with two examiners, usually in pairs.
Part 1: interview
- What do you like most about the place where you live?
- Which part of your day is usually the busiest?
- How do you like to spend a free afternoon?
- Do you prefer making plans for the weekend or deciding at the last minute?
- Who do you usually spend time with at home?
- Is there anything you would like to change about your daily routine?
- What did you enjoy doing last weekend? extra
- How often do you try a new activity? extra
Part 2: long turn
Candidate A (you)
Photos of people working on practical tasks in different ways.
Why might the people have chosen to do these tasks in these ways?
Partner question: Which approach would you prefer when learning a new practical skill? Why?
Candidate B
Photos of people spending their free time in different places.
What might the people enjoy about spending time in these places?
Partner question: Which of these places would you choose for a free afternoon? Why?
Part 3: collaborative task
A town wants to make it easier for residents to meet one another.
How could these activities help residents get to know one another?
- a shared meal
- a sports afternoon
- a neighbourhood website
- a weekend craft group
- an outdoor film evening
Now you have about a minute to decide which activity would bring together the widest range of people.
Part 4: discussion
- Why do some people find it difficult to get to know their neighbours?
- Is it easier to make friends through an activity or through conversation?
- How can young and older people benefit from spending time together?
- Do people need to meet face to face to become good friends?
- Should everyone take part in local events?
- What can a town do to help people who have recently moved there? extra
How it is marked
FCE Speaking marking
Grammar and Vocabulary, Discourse Management, Pronunciation, Interactive Communication and Global Achievement: 60 marks. Our expert evaluation gives an estimate from your recordings.
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14 minutes in the exam; the solo practice is a little shorter. Free, no sign-up to start: you give an email address when you submit, and we email you when your expert evaluation is ready to view.