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CAE C1 Exam Information

Today's Lesson

1. Use of English practice exercises:

https://engxam.com/handbook/  Filters > C1 > Practice

• Phrasal verbs exercises
  
• Practice Tests: Multiple Choice Cloze - Part 1
  
• Practice Tests: Open Cloze - Part 2
  
• 50 word formations - Part 3
  
• 40 key word transformations - Part 4
  
• Practice Test: Reading – Part 5
  
• Practice Test: Reading – Part 6
  
• Practice Test: Reading – Part 7 (Gapped Text)
  
• Practice Test: Reading – Part 8 (Multiple matching)
  

Today's Lesson

1. Signed photo consent forms 

2. Each person's timetable can be found on the confirmation of entry form in Teams. Please download, print it and bring it on exam day. You need it for exam entrance.

3. Speaking times and pairs can also be found in Teams. Please make a note of who you are teamed up with.

4. Extra time - discuss with students

2. Go through general exam information

2. Speaking practice

• https://engxam.com/handbook/ Filters > C1 > Speaking

General Exam Information

• Please double-check the exam timetable carefully. If you miss your Speaking exam, you will not be allowed to sit for the Written exams (and vice versa); rescheduling the Speaking exam will not be possible.
  
• On the day of the exam, you will need to bring:
  
• Your Confirmation of Entry.
  
• A valid ID (a copy/photo of the ID is not accepted)
  
• a. Candidates over the age of 18 without a valid ID will not be permitted to sit for the exam unless they can produce a valid ID on the same day.
  
• b. Candidates under the age of 18 without a valid ID will be permitted to sit for the exam, but if they cannot produce a valid ID within 3 working days then they will not receive a result for their exam.
  

A drink is allowed during the exam if it is in a transparent plastic water bottle with no label.  

Food in the exam room is not permitted. Food can be brought to eat during the breaks.

All electronic devices/phones will/must be collected by our staff at the beginning of the exam day and will be stored in a secure location until after the Listening exam.

Speaking exam day, electronic devices/phones are handed in only for the duration of the exam. 

 

Please remind the student to arrive 30 minutes before their exam. It is important for the exams to start on time.

General Exam Information

• A drink is allowed during the exam if it is in a transparent plastic water bottle with no label.  
  
• Food in the exam room is not permitted. Food can be brought to eat during the breaks.
  
• All electronic devices/phones will/must be collected by our staff at the beginning of the exam day and will be stored in a secure location until after the Listening exam.
  
• Speaking exam day, electronic devices/phones are handed in only for the duration of the exam. 
• Please arrive 30 minutes before your exam. It is important for the exams to start on time.
  
• You MAY NOT leave the school premises your during breaks.
• You DO NOT need your iPad. Electronic devices will be provided by the British Council.

Speaking Exam Practice - 15 mins per pair

Go to https://engxam.com/handbook/ Filters > C1 > Speaking

Part 1:  Conversation - 2 minutes

Questions about interests, career goals, studies, and other personal matters

Part 2: Long Turn - 1 minute each non-stop 

You will be shown pictures and a list of questions related to the images

Part 3: Collaborative - 2 minutes (1 minute each)

Examiner offers verbal instructions and written prompts that contain discussion topics.

Part 4: Discussion - 5 minutes

Continuation of the major themes and ideas expressed in Part 3.

Proposal Checklist

Content

• Key information is relevant
  
• Main purpose(s) is achieved, e.g. persuading
  
• A mix of fact and opinion, and style is formal or informal
  

Organisation

• Paragraphs to organise ideas
  
• Title, headings, opening, closing
  
• Is the connection between my ideas clear and easy for the reader to follow
  

Language

• Wide range of vocabulary (avoid repeating same words)
  
• Range of simple and more complex grammatical structures
  
• Accurate grammar
  
• Accurate spelling and punctuation
  

Cambridge Advanced C1 Exam Structure

Part 1: Reading & Use of English - 1hr 30 mins

1. UofE: Multiple Choice Close, 2. Open Cloze, 3. Word Formation, 4. Key Word Transformation

2. Reading: 5. Multiple Choice, 6. Cross-Textual Multiple Matching, 7. Gapped text, 8. Multiple Matching

Part 2: Writing - 1 hr 30 mins

1: Essay

2. Choose 1 out of 3: Report, Review, Letter, Proposal

Part 3: Listening - 40 mins

1. Multiple Choice, 2. Gapfill, 3. Multiple choice, 4. Parallel Multiple-Matching Task

Part 4: Speaking - 15 mins

1. Interview, 2. Long Turn, 3. Collaborative Task, 4. Discussion

Cambridge Exam Website Links & Practice Exams

https://engxam.com/cefr-level/c1-advanced/

C1 Advanced Practice Tests

https://engxam.com/handbook/practice-tests-c1-advanced-cae/

C1 Advanced Exam Papers

https://app.engxam.com/cae/

Today's Lesson

1. Collect forms

2. Hand out marked proposals and discuss

3. Reviews - deadline

4. Exam mark allocation

5. Discuss Speaking exam tips and preparation

5. Discuss Reading and Use of English exam tips

6. Exam practice: Use of English

7. Homework: Exam practice - Reading exams

C1 Advanced Exam Mark Allocation

https://app.engxam.com/cae/

Part 1: Reading and Use of English - 1hr 30 mins

• Learn these collocations by heart: 
  

https://engdic.org/list-of-collocations-pdf/ 
https://www.learnenglishteam.com/useful-english-collocations/ 

• Study Phrasal verbs: 
  

https://engxam.com/handbook/list-of-phrasal-verbs-pdfxls-c1-advanced-cae/ 

• Study all vocab in the PDF Useful "Idioms & Phrases" in Teams 
  

Part 1: Multiple Choice Cloze

https://engxam.com/handbook/reading-and-use-of-english-tips-format-tasks-c1-advanced-cae/ 

A text with 8 gaps, each with four options. This mainly tests vocabulary: idioms, collocations, fixed phrases etc.  

Tips: 

• Note the collocations  
  
• Look at all the options, before choosing 
  
• Use the title 
  
• Read the text first  
• Look for clues around each gap, such as set phrases 
  
• Eliminate the options you know are wrong   
  

Part 2: Open Cloze 

A text with 8 gaps which must be filled with one word each  

Tips: 

• Get used to the English language. 
  
• Remember you only have to fill in 1 word  
  
• Some gaps require information of the whole text or paragraph 
  
• Make sure to read the whole text 
  
• Pay attention to the words around each gap 
  
• Part 2 focuses mainly on grammar  
  

Part 3: Word formation 

A text with 8 gaps. Each gap corresponds to a word. The stems of the missing words are given and must be changed to form the missing word. 

Tips: 

• Be fully aware of the context  
  
• Sometimes, you have to fill in a negative form, be aware of that 
  
• Decide what the missing word has to be; noun, verb, adjective, adverb etc.  
  
• If it is a noun, does it need to be in the plural form?  
  

Part 4: Key Word Transformation

Six questions, each with a gapped sentence which must be completed in three to six words, including a given key word.  

Tips: 

• Keyword MUST be used 
  
• Keyword may NOT be CHANGED  
  
• Do NOT exceed SIX WORDS  
  
• Learn expressions.  
  

General Tips: 

 

• Look at the titles  
  
• Read the text carefully 
  
• There are more answers than one. (Part 2 and 4) 
  
• Study the given examples closely  
  
• Read to expand your vocabulary 
  
• Be careful and do not make any spelling mistakes 
  
• Mind typos 
  

Reading: Part 5 Multiple choice: 

https://engxam.com/handbook/reading-use-of-english-5-8-tips-tasks-c1-advanced-cae/ 

A reading text is followed by multiple-choice questions 

Tips:  

• Try to practice fast reading  
  
• Read the question carefully and underline the words that answer the question  
  
• Know the difference between the main idea and an example.  
  

Part 6: Cross textual multiple matching
Four short texts, followed by multiple-matching questions. You must read across texts to match a prompt to elements in the text.  

Tips: 

• Expand your vocabulary  
  
• Read every text carefully 
  

Part 7: Gapped text & Part 8: Multiple Matching  

Part 7:

A text with missing paragraphs. You must use the missing extracts to complete the text 

Tips:  

• Don’t pay attention to every gap individually, focus on the text as a whole and practice!  
  

Part 8:  

A text or several texts with multiple choice questions  

Tips: 

• Scan the text, get an overall idea  
  
• Underline keywords in the questions  
  
• Every word of the answer has to be correct, not only one part. 
  

Tips for every part:  

• It is not important to know every single word, read the title and subtitle and learn to manage your time well! 

Exam Part 2 Writing - 1 hour 30 minutes 

Writing Part 1: Essay  

https://engxam.com/handbook/how-to-write-an-essay-c1-advanced-cae/ 

• You’ll need to answer a question in between 220-260 words. 
  
• You’ll get 3 points, and you have to choose 2 points out of the three. 
  
• It is a formal text. 
  
• They want to see a balanced argument, that is interesting and easy to read.  
  

Structure:

Introduction, introduce the main question: 

The first paragraph of an essay provides the introduction. It states what is to be discussed and why. Your main points are briefly introduced.  

Main body (1-2 paragraphs), discuss the 2 points you have chosen. First the most important one. 

Paragraph 1: In this paragraph, more background information is provided in greater detail. Your first, often the strongest main point is expanded upon. Bring in and refute any arguments against your point of view. 

Paragraph 2: The second paragraph provides your second key point, connecting it to the theme of your essay. Again, bring in opposing points of view and support your second key point with Information and background. 

Conclusion, summarize what you’ve stated in the body 

The final paragraph is used to summarize or conclude your essay. It shows how the two key points you have presented compare or relate to each other. It also clearly re-states your initial position from the introductory paragraph. 

Tips: 

• Don’t talk about yourself all the time and DO NOT USE THE WORD YOU 
  
• There are 2 approaches: For and against (you have to refute the counter argument). One side only 
• ANSWER THE QUESTION and PLAN your essay
• REVISE your essay to correct mistakes
  
• The final paragraph is the best place to express your opinion clearly 
  
• Add quotations, statistics, facts, examples and other relevant data to support your points. 
  
• The tone and register can be formal or semiformal depending on your treatment of the topic. If your essay is written in a formal register, only bring in informal expressions when you use a direct quotation to support your argument. 
  
• Punctuation is important in essays and can be a powerful tool for expressing subtle or emphatic points. Short sentences make for a peachy style but get irritating if they are over-used, long sentences need careful use of commas, semi-colons and desires to achieve flow and rhythm. 
• Link everything together by the correct use of linking words: https://www.smart-words.org/linking-words/linking-words.pdf 

Writing Part 2:

 

You will be given 3 tasks to choose 1 from out of 4 options: 

1. Report  
   
2. Review 
   
3. Letter / email 
   
4. Proposal 
   

Report:

 

In a report, you always have to describe and evaluate a situation and usually suggest some cause of action that you would recommend.  https://engxam.com/handbook/how-to-write-a-report-c1-advanced-cae/ 

A report always has a title. 

There are 4 main areas to focus on: 

1. Present factual information. Even if they are made up, make them look like facts. 

2. Effective and efficient text organization. 

3. Proper paragraph structure, relevant headings as well as different liking words and expressions.  

4. Making suggestions/recommendations. Every report has a suggestion or recommendation at the end, because that’s the purpose of a report. 

Structure:  

• Introduction: The purpose of this report is to… 
  
• Main content: 2 paragraphs with subheadings, give the relevant facts.  
  
• Conclusion: make your recommendations.  
  

Today's Lesson

 

• Collect photo consent forms.
• Fill out an Excel spreadsheet with exam registration information.
• Make sure all names are on the spreadsheet with pairs for speaking exam.
• Learn how to write a review - engxam handbook > Review.
• Write a review according to engxam specifications > submit by Wed. 6 March.

* HWK: Learn list of collocations in Teams: Collocations quiz on 13 March.

Review

 

1. What is a review?

2. Where would you write a review?

3. What could you write a review about?

4. What's the difference between a review and a testimonial?

Review:

 

The main purpose is to describe and express a personal opinion about something which the writer has experienced.  

Structure: 

Title + introduction: name what you’re going to be reviewing 

Main content: describe the 2 things mentioned in the task. One thing per paragraph. 

Recommendation contains your general impression and your verdict.  

Tips: 

• Don’t talk about yourself 
  
• Be interesting. Good title, opening, facts, advanced vocabulary, finish in style.  
  
• New paragraph for every item/aspect you are addressing.  
  

Letter/Email:

 

1. Formal letter:  

https://engxam.com/handbook/how-to-write-a-formal-letter-email-c1-advanced-cae/ 

2. Informal letter: 

https://engxam.com/handbook/how-to-write-an-informal-letter-email-c1-advanced-cae/ 

Letter/Email: Structure

 

• Salutation: Dear … 
  
• Opening: reason why you’re writing 
  
• The first paragraph of formal letters should include an introduction to the purpose of the letter. The summary of the letter can be found and the intentions which will be displayed through the rest of the letter should be outlined. 
  
• Main content: organize all the essential information in a clear and logical way 
  
• The second and following paragraphs should provide the main information of the letter, and describe the main purpose mentioned in the introductory first paragraph.  Most letters in English are not very long, so keep the information to the essentials and concentrate on organizing it in a clear and logical manner rather than expanding too much. 
  
• You should always be polite and respectful. A useful way to achieve this, especially in formal letters, is to use ‘modal verbs’, i.e., would, could or should.  It’s important to write simply and clearly. It’s worth noting that you have to avoid using informal language, for instance, avoid contractions. 
  

Proposal:

 

https://engxam.com/handbook/how-to-write-a-proposal-ca-advanced-cae/ 

A proposal should provide suggestions for a future project or event in order to persuade the reader to take some form of action. It starts with the title and purpose. The main content should be divided into sections with endings and describing a situation. It ends with recommendations. 

Structure:  

• Title + introduction 
  
• Main content: include subheadings  
  
• Final recommendations. 
  

Part 3: Listening - 40 mins

Part 1: Multiple Choice

https://engxam.com/handbook/listening-paper-exam-tips-format-parts-c1-advanced-cae/#c1-advanced-cae-listening-part-1-multiple-choice 

• This part consists of three unrelated short texts. 
  
• These texts are approximately 1 minute in length and involve two speakers. 
  
• Texts are taken from a wide range of real-life contexts and, therefore, contain a correspondingly wide range of topics, voices and styles of delivery. 
  
• There are two 3-option-multiple-choice questions on each text. 
  

Part 2: Gapfill

https://engxam.com/handbook/listening-paper-exam-tips-format-parts-c1-advanced-cae/#c1-advanced-cae-listening-part-2-sentence-completion 

Features an informational monologue of approximately 3 minutes in length. 

Texts typically take the form of talks, lectures or broadcasts, aimed at a non-specialist audience, and are delivered in a neutral or semi-formal style. 

Part 3: Multiple Choice

https://engxam.com/handbook/listening-paper-exam-tips-format-parts-c1-advanced-cae/#c1-advanced-cae-listening-part-3-multiple-choice 

• Features interviews and discussions, involving two or more speakers. 
  
• The text is approximately 3–4 minutes in length and typically takes the form of a broadcast interview or discussion aimed at a non-specialist audience. 
  

Part 4: Parallel Multiple-Matching Tasks

https://engxam.com/handbook/listening-paper-exam-tips-format-parts-c1-advanced-cae/#c1-advanced-cae-listening-part-4-multiple-matching 

• Consists of a series of five short monologues on a theme. 
  
• The text is 3–4 minutes in length with each monologue lasting approximately 30 seconds. 
• The monologues represent spontaneous speech, delivered in an informal spoken style by speakers with a range of backgrounds and voices. 
  
• There are two parallel multiple-matching tasks, each with a different focus. 
  
• In each case, the correct option has to be chosen from a list of eight. 
  

Tips:

• Listen to all sorts of accents 
  
• Predict your answer 
  
• Mark keywords in the answer  
  
• (Maybe skip the introduction for some extra time)  
  
• Be aware of distractions, sometimes when you hear a word, be careful. The speaker could have said the opposite of what you have to answer.  
  
• Study the transcript when you’re done (when you’re practising) 
  
• Don’t stick to your answer and stay open minded  
  
• You hear the answers to the questions in order.  
  
• Read the questions  
• Eliminate clearly wrong answers  
  
• Develop questing words you don’t know  
  

Part 4: Speaking - 15 minutes (per couple)

 

During this 15-minute portion of the test, candidates demonstrate their verbal skills through four speaking tasks, each of which focuses on a different skill: interview, long turn, collaborative task, and discussion. 

Part 1: Interview 

 

https://engxam.com/handbook/whats-in-speaking-part-1-interview-c1-advanced-cae/ 

• The first part of the Speaking paper takes the form of a conversation. 
  
• The examiner begins by asking questions about interests, career goals, studies, and other personal matters, and candidates will be expected to respond appropriately. 
  
• This task lasts about two minutes. 
  

Part 2: Long Turn 

 

https://engxam.com/handbook/whats-in-speaking-part-2-long-turn-c1-advanced-cae/ 

• This portion tests a candidate's ability to speak at length without assistance. Candidates are shown three pictures and a list of questions related to the images. Each candidate is then asked to spend a minute talking about two of the pictures. Once a candidate has finished providing his or her answers, the other candidate is required to offer a 30-second commentary about the responses provided. 
  
• After the commentary, the candidates exchange roles. The second candidate is then shown a different set of images and asked to answer questions about them, and the first candidate must then provide a commentary. 
  

Part 3: Collaborative Task 

 

https://engxam.com/handbook/whats-in-speaking-part-3-collaborative-cae-speaking/ 

• In part 3, candidates hold a conversation with each other. The section begins with the examiner offering verbal instructions and written prompts that contain discussion topics. Candidates then speak to each other for two minutes, sharing ideas and offering opinions. In the event that there is a group of three candidates, the group will have three minutes for the discussion. 
  
• After this discussion, the interlocutor presents candidates with a question that necessitates a decision. Candidates must speak to each other for a minute and consider their options, and then inform the examiner of their decision. Groups of three will have two minutes to make their choice. 
  

Part 4: Discussion 

 

https://engxam.com/handbook/whats-in-speaking-part-4-discussion-c1-advanced-cae/ 

• This final part is essentially a continuation of the major themes and ideas expressed in Part 3. The examiner takes on a more active role by asking candidates to explain or support the ideas they mentioned in the previous section. 
  
• This prompting usually takes the form of additional questions, which can be answered by either candidate. 
  
• This section usually takes about five minutes. 
  

Tips:

 

Practice, practice, practice!  

Extend your repertoire: 

Learn these collocations by heart: 

https://engdic.org/list-of-collocations-pdf/ 

https://www.learnenglishteam.com/useful-english-collocations/ 

Study Phrasal verbs: 

https://engxam.com/handbook/list-of-phrasal-verbs-pdfxls-c1-advanced-cae/ 

Study all vocab in the PDF Useful "Idioms & Phrases" in Teams