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Contents
Introduction

4

Test 1

Reading and Use of English
Writing
Listening
Speaking

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Test 2

Reading and Use of English
Writing
Listening
Speaking

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Test 3

Reading and Use of English
Writing
Listening
Speaking

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Test 4

Reading and Use of English
Writing
Listening
Speaking

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Test 1
Test 2
Test 3
Test 4

Frames for the Speaking test
Frames for the Speaking test
Frames for the Speaking test
Frames for the Speaking test

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Marks and results

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Key and transcript
Key and transcript
Key and transcript
Key and transcript

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Sample answer sheets

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Acknowledgements

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Test 1
Test 2
Test 3
Test 4Visual materials for theSpeaking test

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This collection of four complete practice tests comprises papers from the Cambridge English:
First for Schools examination; students can practise these tests on their own or with the helpof a teacher.
The Cambridge English: First for Schools examination is part of a suite of general English
examinations produced by Cambridge English Language Assessment. This suite consists of iveexaminations that have similar characteristics but are designed for different levels of English
language ability. Within the ive levels, Cambridge English: First for Schools is at Level B2 in
the Council of Europe’s Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: Learning,teaching, assessment. It has been accredited by Ofqual, the statutory regulatory authority inEngland, at Level 1 in the National Qualiications Framework. The Cambridge English: Firstfor Schools examination is widely recognised in commerce and industry and in individual
university faculties and other educational institutions.
Examination

Council of Europe
Framework LevelUK National
Qualiications
Framework Level

Cambridge English: Proiciency
Certiﬁcate of Proﬁciency
in English (CPE)C2

3

Cambridge English: Advanced
Certiﬁcate inAdvanced English (CAE)

C1

2

Cambridge English: First for Schools
First Certiﬁcate in English (FCE)for Schools

B2

1

Cambridge English: Preliminary
Preliminary English Test (PET)

B1

Entry 3

Cambridge English: Key
Key English Test (KET)A2

Entry 2

Cambridge English: First for Schools follows the same format as Cambridge English: Firstand the level of the question papers is identical. The only difference is that the content andtreatment of topics in Cambridge English: First for Schools have been particularly targeted at
the interest and experience of school pupils. Cambridge English: First for Schools candidates
who achieve Grade C or higher in the exam receive a Cambridge English: First for Schools
certiicate.

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Further information
The information contained in this practice book is designed to be an overview of the exam. For afull description of all of the above exams, including information about task types, testing focus andpreparation, please see the relevant handbooks which can be obtained from Cambridge English
Language Assessment at the address below or from the website at: www.cambridgeenglish.org
Cambridge English Language Assessment
1 Hills Road
Cambridge CB1 2EU
United Kingdom

Telephone: +44 1223 553997
Email: helpdesk@cambridgeenglish.org

The structure of Cambridge English: First for Schools: an overview
The Cambridge English: First for Schools examination consists of four papers.
Reading and Use of English 1 hour 15 minutes
This paper consists of seven parts, with 52 questions. For Parts 1 to 4, the test contains texts
with accompanying grammar and vocabulary tasks, and separate items with a grammar andvocabulary focus. For Parts 5 to 7, the test contains a range of texts and accompanying reading
comprehension tasks.
Writing 1 hour 20 minutes
This paper consists of two parts which carry equal marks. In Part 1, which is compulsory,
candidates have to write an essay of between 140 and 190 words, giving their opinion in
response to a task. In Part 2, there are four tasks from which candidates choose one to write
about. The range of tasks from which questions may be drawn includes an article, an email/letter, an essay, a review and a short story. The last question is based on a set text. In this part,candidates have to write between 140 and 190 words.
Listening 40 minutes (approximately)This paper consists of four parts. Each part contains a recorded text or texts and somequestions, including multiple-choice, sentence completion and multiple-matching. Each text isheard twice. There is a total of 30 questions.
Speaking 14 minutes
The Speaking test consists of four parts. The standard test format is two candidates and two
examiners. One examiner takes part in the conversation while the other examiner listens. Bothexaminers give marks. Candidates will be given photographs and other visual and writtenmaterials to look at and talk about. Sometimes candidates will talk with the other candidate,sometimes with the examiner, and sometimes with both.

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GradingCandidates will receive a score on the Cambridge English Scale for each of the four skills
and Use of English. The average of these ive scores gives the candidate’s overall Cambridge
English Scale score for the exam. This determines what grade and CEFR level they achieve.
All candidates receive a Statement of Results and candidates who pass the examination withGrade A, B or C also receive the First Certiﬁcate in English. Candidates who achieve Grade A
receive the First Certiﬁcate in English stating that they demonstrated ability at Level C1.
Candidates who achieve Grade B or C receive the First Certiﬁcate in English certiicate statingthat they demonstrated ability at Level B2. Candidates whose performance is below B2 level,
but falls within Level B1, receive a Cambridge English certiicate stating that they havedemonstrated ability at Level B1. Candidates whose performance falls below Level B1 do notreceive a certiicate.
For further information on grading and results, go to the website (see page 5).

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Test 1READING AND USE OF ENGLISH (1 hour 15 minutes)
Part 1
For questions 1–8, read the text below and decide which answer (A, B, C or D) best its each gap.
There is an example at the beginning (0).
Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.
Example:0 A describes

0A

B suggests

BC

C explains

D shows

DChocolate teapots really are useful
A chocolate teapot is not as useless as the old British saying (0) ………. . Scientists have shown
it’s possible to use one to make tea. They’ve created a chocolate teapot that can be illed withboiling water and left to (1) ………. for two minutes, after which the tea is ready to be served.

After (2) ………. a range of experiments, the scientists (3) ………. to the conclusion that the(4) ………. to making a teapot that wouldn’t melt was to use dark chocolate with 65% chocolate
solids and build up a series of layers to strengthen it. This whole process took around two-anda-half hours.

At irst the scientists wondered whether they might (5) ………. end up with chocolate tea. They
discovered some of the chocolate on the inside of the pot would melt, but (6) ………. that thewater was poured in carefully, the (7) ………. majority of it wouldn’t be affected. When they tried
the tea, the team agreed it was lovely with a (8) ……….. taste of chocolate.

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Test 1WRITING (1 hour 20 minutes)
Part 1You must answer this question. Write your answer in 140–190 words in an appropriate style on
the separate answer sheet.
1In your English class you have been talking about decisions which teenagers sometimes
have to make. Now your English teacher has asked you to write an essay for homework.
Write your essay using all the notes and giving reasons for your point of view.

Is it better for teenagers to make their own decisions or to ask for advice
from other people?
Notes
Write about:
1. deciding which subjects to study
2. choosing clothes
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LISTENING (approximately 40 minutes)
Part 1
You will hear people talking in eight different situations.
For questions 1–8, choose the best answer (A, B or C).
1

You hear a singer talking about performing on stage.
What does she do if she feels nervous before a performance?
A She pretends the audience is not there.
B She talks with other people in her group.
C She uses a technique suggested by a colleague.

2

You hear a girl telling her father about a special day at school.
How did she feel?
A surprised to be asked for her views
B excited about meeting someone well known
C pleased that her talents were recognised

3

You hear two friends talking about a summer camp they could both go on.
What would they both ind dificult about going on it?
A being away from home
B getting on with other people
C doing the organised activities

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You hear a boy talking about his favourite TV programme.
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Listening5

You hear a journalist talking about an unusual type of house.
What does he think of it?
A He’s impressed by how original the design is.
B He’s conident that it could be successful elsewhere.
C He’s keen to experience staying in it himself.

6

You hear part of an interview with a boy called Max, who found a prehistoric object.
What effect has the discovery had on Max’s life?
A It’s made him more conident.
B It’s provided him with a new interest.
C It’s changed the way his friends treat him.

7

You hear a girl talking about the sport called netball.
What does she say about it?
A The rules are quite complicated.
B The skills are dificult to acquire.
C The level of itness needed is surprising.

8You hear two friends discussing a news story about some rock climbers.
How does the boy feel about it?
A He feels sorry for the families of the climbers.
B He admires the courage the climbers showed.
C He’s determined to follow the climbers’ example.

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