Responses should be about 250 words in length. English in Use Listening Candidates are expected to demonstrate the ability to apply their knowledge of the language system by completing tasks based on authentic passages. They must complete six tasks with a total of approximately seventy items. Candidates are expected to understand each text as a whole, gain detailed understanding and appreciate gist and the attitude of the speaker. They must also be able to identify and interpret the context.
Texts take the form of announcements, speeches, radio broadcasts, etc.
There are four sections lasting approximately 45 minutes in all, with a total of thirty to forty questions. Speaking The Speaking Test is conducted by two Examiners with a pair of candidates. The test lasts for fifteen minutes. The candidates first introduce themselves and respond to questions about their interests, careers, etc. Each candidate is then given a set of visual stimuli which serve to encourage a 'long turn' from each candidate.