Self-assessment test

Speaking (B1)

1. I can follow most of what is said to me, when people speak clearly and do not use too many ‘special’ expressions.

Yes, I can.
No, I can't.
2. If I don’t know a word or expression I can find another way of saying what I mean.
Yes, I can.
No, I can't.
3. I can respond to what people say, to show that I am following and interested.
Yes, I can.
No, I can't.
4. I can have quite long conversations with friends about things that interest us.
Yes, I can.
No, I can't.
5. I can help to solve practical problems, e.g. when doing a project, saying what I think and asking others what they think.
Yes, I can.
No, I can't.
6. I can talk about abstract things like films and music and describe my reactions to them.
Yes, I can.
No, I can't.
7. I can cope with unexpected things that could happen on holiday, e.g. needing a dentist or getting a bike repaired.
Yes, I can.
No, I can't.
8. I can handle ordinary phone calls even with strangers.
Yes, I can.
No, I can't.
9. I can give a short prepared presentation, without practising word for word, and answer clear questions.
Yes, I can.
No, I can't.
10. I can give detailed practical instructions on how to do something I know well, e.g. making food, looking after a pet.
Yes, I can.
No, I can't.
11. I can connect phrases in a simple way to describe experiences and events, my dreams and hopes.
Yes, I can.
No, I can't.
12. I can handle familiar situations with people my own age who speak the language well, e.g. in a sports team.
Yes, I can.
No, I can't.

 

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