Summary of the various parts of the FCE exam from week one of class

Reading:
1. Long text with 8 sequential questions. Mult. choice (A-D)
2. Insert 7 sentences into a text to flair appropriate spot. One sentence is not used.
3. Match 15 statements with 5 different short texts. 2-4 statements per text

Writing:
1. Response to a letter or e-mail 120-150 words. Address 4 main points. You must write about the topic
      given.
2.   Answer 1 question from a choice of 4 questions.
      Letter, report, short story, review, article.
      120-180 Words, 40min

Use of English:
1. 12 answers, multiple choice in a short text. Words are not always complex, but they will test your knowledge of grammar and vocabulary in English.
2. fill in the 12 gap with the correct 'grammer'words.e.g. articles, prepositions, auxverbs, pronounc etc, 12 blanks to fill in, words are not given.
3. You have ten gaps. You must write the correct form of the word given in capitals. (prefixes/ suffixes)
4. Rephrase 8 sentences with between 2-5 words. Keep the same meaning as the first phrase using the word given in bold. Don't change!


Listening:
1. 8 multiple choice questions (A-C) referring to 8 short monologues. You'll hear it twice.
2. Complete 10 sentences, need between 1-3 words. Use words you hear.
3. 5 speakers talk about a related topic. Match 1 statement to each speaker. An extra statement is given.
     You'll hear it twice.
4. 7 questions
long dialog
choose one answer from three possible options (Mult. Choice A-C)
answer in order
You will hear it twiceSpeaking:
1. You'll be asked questions about your work, life, family, hobbies, likes/dislikes, future. Individually 
      answered. About 3 minutes
2. student A has to compare two photographs and answer a question connected with both and speak on their own for a minute. student B answers a short question and A.B switch
3. give you a page with 6 pictures
discuss each of the pictures with your partner&reach a decision. 3min
4. A continuation of the previous speaking task. You will be asked further questions  based on the previous topic and will need to discuss it with your partner and the interlocutor.