Pre-A1 to C2 Question challenge day 1
Posted on21 Apr 2022
Today I am launching a challenge. I will take a question that could be asked in a Cambridge speaking test, as well... Read More
Recognising paraphrasing in A2 Key (for Schools) Listening Part 3
Posted on08 Feb 2021
The ability to recognise paraphrasing is a key element in performing well in A2 Key Listening Tests. Developing this ability is key... Read More
Wording of questions in Cambridge Speaking Tests Part 1
In this post, I’m going to look at two areas related to the questions that typically appear in Part 1 of the... Read More
Personal questions in A2 Key, B1 Preliminary, B2 First speaking tests : Say three things
Very often in Part 1 of the A2 Key, B1 Preliminary and B2 First speaking tests, candidates answer personal questions with very... Read More
‘New’ resources!
Posted on28 May 2020
Today, I thought I’d write about the word ‘new’ – an extremely common three letter word, which learners will encounter again and... Read More
Bilbao Seminar – Preparing for B2 First and C1 Advanced Reading Skills
Posted on28 Feb 2020
Friday morning, I’ll be in Bilbao at the British Council to share ideas and insights into B2 First and C1 Advanced Reading... Read More
Seminars – 2020 A2 Key B1 Preliminary: Overview and C1 Advanced Writing
Posted on21 Feb 2020
For the second time in a month, I’ll be in San Sebastian. This time, looking at A2, B1, B2 and C1 levels. ... Read More
Student guides to Cambridge Assessment English Tests
Posted on23 Oct 2018
I came across two very useful video guides for students for the B2 First speaking tests when I was putting together resources... Read More
Key – QUIZ – KEY DATES IN THE HISTORY OF B2 FIRST
Posted on20 Oct 2018
Today, I’m sharing the answers to the quiz I posted about Key Dates in the History of B2 First. I’m going to... Read More