How long is CAE Speaking 1?
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How long is CAE Speaking 1?
around 2 minutes
Timing. CAE Speaking Part 1 is meant to last around 2 minutes, which includes the questions to both candidates. Given how short this part is, it means that it isn’t necessary to extend your answers much. This part is a sort of ice-breaker which serves as introduction to the rest of the test.
How would you describe a photo b1 Cambridge?
You should describe the people, places and activities in the photographs in detail. Imagine you are describing the photograph to someone who can’t see it. The people in the picture might be at home, at work or outside, so it can be useful to look for pictures to practise describing people in different situations.
How can I improve my CAE vocabulary?
How to Improve your English Vocabulary for the CAE Exam
- Reading is better.
- The more you see vocabulary, the more you will understand what it means.
- Read articles and essays, not novels and books.
- Finding material to use and read.
- A book for vocabulary.
- Make a list of the topics and vocabulary you need to learn.
How long is CAE Speaking 3?
about four minutes
In Part 3 of the CAE Speaking test, which lasts about four minutes (six minutes for groups of three), the examiner will ask you and your partner to talk about another set of visual prompts together.
How do you write a description of a picture?
How To Write a Great Photo Description
- Write a Simple Title That Summarizes the Picture.
- Add Timeless Details to Describe the Picture.
- Give the Picture Context So That It Pertains to the Subject Matter.
- Polish Your Work.
What should I read to prepare for CAE?
Although Cambridge has a vocabulary book for the CAE exam, I don’t particularly like it. One book I would recommend that you use is a non-CAE book from Cambridge called ‘English Vocabulary in Use Upper-intermediate’. It contains a lot of vocabulary which you will find and can use in the exam.
How do you talk about pictures?
When you describe a picture, you should:
- Give a summary of what you see.
- Talk about where things are in the picture.
- Add details.
- Speculate about what’s in the picture.
- Speculate about the context of the picture.
Which is higher C1 or C2?
A C1 is someone who knows “more than most” non-natives, and would be considered an “expert” in the language, but without the full mastery of a C2.
