B2 B1 Pronunciation is clearly intelligible even if a foreign accent is sometimes evident and occasional mispronunciations occur. A2 Pronunciation is generally clear enough to be understood despite a noticeable foreign accent, but conversational partners will need to ask for repetition from time to time. Lower level descriptors in the 1994 survey were negatively worded and rejected in analysis because they were interpreted in an inconsistent fashion. Final version expected December 1995. C1 Layout, paragraphing and punctuation are consistent and helpful.
Spelling is accurate, apart from occasional slips of the pen.
B2 Can produce clearly intelligible continuous writing which follows standard layout and paragraphing conventions. Spelling and punctuation are reasonably accurate but may show signs of mother tongue influence. B1 Can produce continuous writing which is generably intelligible throughout. Spelling, punctuation and layout are accurate enough to be followed most of the time. A1 Can copy familiar words and short phrases e.g. simple signs or instructions, names of everyday objects, names of shops and set phrases used regularly.