B1 Preliminary for Schools · Practice 1

Prueba

CAMBRIDGE-B1-PRELIMINARY-SCHOOLS

Convocatoria

2026-2027

Curso

mcer-b1

Materia

ingles

Caracter

original-editorial

Maximum score

100

Duracion minutos

120

Advertencia

Original practice. Independent material, not an official paper. Marks are for practice, not certification.

Instructions

1. Read the instructions for each part. Use no dictionary. Keep the answer key and listening scripts closed during practice.

Parts

1. Reading · 45 minutes

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   1. Part 1

      Prueba

      CAMBRIDGE-B1-PRELIMINARY-SCHOOLS

      Convocatoria

      2026-2027

      Curso

      mcer-b1

      Materia

      ingles

      Caracter

      original-editorial

      Bloque

      r1

      Activity

      Choose A, B or C.

      Sections

      1. Points

         0.78125

         Activity

         Notice: Please leave returned laptops at the office, even when the computer room is open. A Laptops must always go back to the office. B Return them to the computer room when open. C The office only accepts broken laptops.

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         A

         Pasos

         1. Even when rules out using the computer room as a return point.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            0.78125

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         A

         Bloque

         r1

      2. Points

         0.78125

         Activity

         Text: Zoe, I’ve booked two seats for Saturday’s play. Let me know by tonight if you can come; otherwise I’ll ask Ben. A The writer has no tickets yet. B Zoe must reply today to keep her seat. C Ben is already coming instead.

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         B

         Pasos

         1. Tonight is the deadline; Ben is a conditional replacement.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            0.78125

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         B

         Bloque

         r1

      3. Points

         0.78125

         Activity

         Notice: The late bus will run on Tuesdays only until the end of November. A Tuesday’s bus has already stopped. B The late bus runs every weekday. C The service is temporarily limited to Tuesdays.

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         C

         Pasos

         1. Only Tuesdays and until November specify limited days and duration.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            0.78125

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         C

         Bloque

         r1

      4. Points

         0.78125

         Activity

         Email: Thanks for offering to lend me your camera. I found mine, but I could still use the tripod. A The writer wants to borrow only the tripod. B The writer lost both items. C The writer no longer needs any equipment.

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         A

         Pasos

         1. The camera was found; the tripod is still needed.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            0.78125

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         A

         Bloque

         r1

      5. Points

         0.78125

         Activity

         Sign: Art workshop: beginners welcome. Bring your own apron; all other materials supplied. A Only experienced artists can join. B Participants need to bring an apron. C Paint must be bought beforehand.

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         B

         Pasos

         1. Beginners welcome, with apron the only requested material.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            0.78125

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         B

         Bloque

         r1

      Maximum score

      3.90625

      Answers and criteria

      Use the final information in the text, not a rejected suggestion.

      Answers and criteria

      rubrica-manual

   2. Part 2

      Prueba

      CAMBRIDGE-B1-PRELIMINARY-SCHOOLS

      Convocatoria

      2026-2027

      Curso

      mcer-b1

      Materia

      ingles

      Caracter

      original-editorial

      Bloque

      r2

      Activity

      Match people 1–5 to workshops A–H. Each person needs all the features stated. A Night Notes: evening guitar for adults; bring an instrument. B Paper Worlds: Saturday indoor model-making for beginners; all materials supplied. C Lens Walk: Sunday afternoon outdoor photography for experienced users; bring a camera. D Beat Together: Friday after-school drumming for beginners; instruments provided. E Kitchen Start: weekday evening cooking for teenagers; work in pairs; ingredients included. F Solo Sketch: Saturday afternoon drawing for experienced artists; no group work. G Morning Wheels: Sunday morning bicycle repair for beginners; bring your bicycle. H Screen Stories: Tuesday after-school film editing for experienced users; computers supplied.

      Sections

      1. Points

         0.78125

         Activity

         1 Nina has never made models. She wants an indoor weekend class without buying materials.

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         B

         Pasos

         1. B uniquely provides beginner models, indoors on Saturday with materials.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            0.78125

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         B

         Bloque

         r2

      2. Points

         0.78125

         Activity

         2 Adam is free after school on Fridays. He wants to try music and has no instrument.

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         D

         Pasos

         1. D meets Friday, beginner music, instruments included; A requires an instrument and adults.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            0.78125

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         D

         Bloque

         r2

      3. Points

         0.78125

         Activity

         3 Lea is an experienced photographer, free Sunday afternoons, and wants to work outdoors.

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         C

         Pasos

         1. C alone meets all photography, experience, day and outdoor constraints.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            0.78125

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         C

         Bloque

         r2

      4. Points

         0.78125

         Activity

         4 Omar wants a teenage evening cookery class with a partner and no ingredient shopping.

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         E

         Pasos

         1. E provides pair cooking, teens, evening, supplied ingredients.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            0.78125

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         E

         Bloque

         r2

      5. Points

         0.78125

         Activity

         5 Pia owns a bicycle but cannot repair it. She is free only on Sunday mornings.

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         G

         Pasos

         1. G is beginner repair on Sunday morning; the bicycle is required and owned.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            0.78125

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         G

         Bloque

         r2

      Maximum score

      3.90625

      Answers and criteria

      Use the final information in the text, not a rejected suggestion.

      Answers and criteria

      rubrica-manual

   3. Part 3

      Prueba

      CAMBRIDGE-B1-PRELIMINARY-SCHOOLS

      Convocatoria

      2026-2027

      Curso

      mcer-b1

      Materia

      ingles

      Caracter

      original-editorial

      Bloque

      r3

      Activity

      Read and choose A, B, C or D. A radio project When our teacher suggested making a school radio programme, I thought it would be another project where the confident students did all the talking. I was happy to write questions, but I didn’t want anyone to hear my voice. Our team decided to interview people who did small, useful jobs around the school, rather than the students who usually won prizes. The first person we interviewed was the caretaker. I had seen him every day but had never spoken to him. He explained how he checked the buildings before anyone arrived. I asked the questions while my friend held the microphone. Halfway through, I stopped worrying about my voice because I was interested in his answers. Editing was harder than recording. We had nearly an hour of material and needed a ten-minute programme. At first we removed every pause. It sounded strange, as if nobody had time to think. We put some pauses back and kept one small mistake that made the caretaker laugh. He said it sounded like a real conversation. We played the programme in a lunchtime club. Only twelve students came, which disappointed one team member. But afterwards several listeners asked if they could help make the next programme. We realised that a small audience could still be an interested one. Now I’m planning another interview. I still prepare my questions carefully, but I don’t write out every word I might say. Leaving space for an unexpected answer makes the interview better. I’m not suddenly the loudest person in class. I’ve simply found a reason to speak.

      Sections

      1. Points

         0.78125

         Activity

         What was the writer’s initial concern? A The equipment would fail. B Only confident pupils would be heard. C No teacher would help. D The questions would be too easy.

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         B

         Pasos

         1. The opening says confident students might do all the talking.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            0.78125

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         B

         Bloque

         r3

      2. Points

         0.78125

         Activity

         Why did the writer become less nervous? A The interview became interesting. B The friend took over. C The microphone was switched off. D The caretaker gave prepared answers.

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         A

         Pasos

         1. Interest in the caretaker’s answers reduced worry.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            0.78125

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         A

         Bloque

         r3

      3. Points

         0.78125

         Activity

         What did the team learn about pauses? A They should remove all of them. B They are always mistakes. C Some make the conversation natural. D They lengthen the programme too much.

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         C

         Pasos

         1. Restoring pauses stopped the recording sounding unnatural.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            0.78125

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         C

         Bloque

         r3

      4. Points

         0.78125

         Activity

         What mattered about the small audience? A They paid for tickets. B They praised the teacher. C They all became presenters. D Some wanted to contribute.

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         D

         Pasos

         1. Several listeners offered to help with the next programme.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            0.78125

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         D

         Bloque

         r3

      5. Points

         0.78125

         Activity

         Which title best fits the whole text? A Finding a reason to use my voice. B How to become famous on the radio. C Why school projects should stop. D A competition between presenters.

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         A

         Pasos

         1. The narrative follows the writer’s developing motivation to speak, not fame.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            0.78125

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         A

         Bloque

         r3

      Maximum score

      3.90625

      Answers and criteria

      Use the final information in the text, not a rejected suggestion.

      Answers and criteria

      rubrica-manual

   4. Part 4

      Prueba

      CAMBRIDGE-B1-PRELIMINARY-SCHOOLS

      Convocatoria

      2026-2027

      Curso

      mcer-b1

      Materia

      ingles

      Caracter

      original-editorial

      Bloque

      r4

      Activity

      Choose sentences A–H for gaps 1–5. Three are extra. Our class organised a clothes exchange. We wanted to try it after discussing waste in a lesson. (1) ___ We booked the hall for Saturday and asked families to bring clean clothes they no longer wore. At first, we planned to put everything on one long table. (2) ___ So we made separate areas for coats, shirts and sports clothes. On the morning of the event, our signs were ready, but there were too few volunteers. (3) ___ Within half an hour, we had enough people at each table. Visitors brought clothes and received tokens to choose other items. Some people brought nothing but still wanted to look. (4) ___ They could buy a token for a small amount, and we used that money for the hall. There were a few coats left at the end. (5) ___ A local charity was happy to collect them the following day. A Two classmates phoned their friends and asked them to help. B However, that would make sizes and types difficult to find. C We decided that they should also be able to take part. D We did not want to throw those away. E That conversation gave us the idea for the event. F They decided to return all the tokens before arriving. G It had already closed several years before our lesson. H Everyone had to wear the same uniform during the event.

      Sections

      1. Points

         0.78125

         Activity

         1

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         E

         Pasos

         1. That conversation refers to the lesson discussion and causes the event idea.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            0.78125

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         E

         Bloque

         r4

      2. Points

         0.78125

         Activity

         2

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         B

         Pasos

         1. That refers to the one-table plan; the next separate areas solve the difficulty.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            0.78125

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         B

         Bloque

         r4

      3. Points

         0.78125

         Activity

         3

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         A

         Pasos

         1. Their friends provide volunteers, explaining enough people afterwards.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            0.78125

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         A

         Bloque

         r4

      4. Points

         0.78125

         Activity

         4

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         C

         Pasos

         1. They refers to people arriving without clothes; purchasing tokens allows participation.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            0.78125

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         C

         Bloque

         r4

      5. Points

         0.78125

         Activity

         5

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         D

         Pasos

         1. Those refers to remaining coats; charity collection avoids disposal.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            0.78125

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         D

         Bloque

         r4

      Maximum score

      3.90625

      Answers and criteria

      Use the final information in the text, not a rejected suggestion.

      Answers and criteria

      rubrica-manual

   5. Part 5

      Prueba

      CAMBRIDGE-B1-PRELIMINARY-SCHOOLS

      Convocatoria

      2026-2027

      Curso

      mcer-b1

      Materia

      ingles

      Caracter

      original-editorial

      Bloque

      r5

      Activity

      Choose A–D for each gap. A local walking map Our class made a map of short walks. We wanted to (1) ___ people to explore their own area. First, we (2) ___ information about paths and bus stops. Then we tested each route to make (3) ___ that the directions were clear. We paid (4) ___ to places where walkers might get lost. We also (5) ___ notes about benches for anyone needing a rest. The map is now (6) ___ at the library, free of charge.

      Sections

      1. Points

         0.78125

         Activity

         1 A encourage B increase C improve D develop

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         A

         Pasos

         1. Encourage people to do something is the intended construction.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            0.78125

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         A

         Bloque

         r5

      2. Points

         0.78125

         Activity

         2 A caught B collected C rode D held

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         B

         Pasos

         1. Collected information is the only verb that describes gathering data here; caught, rode and held do not fit.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            0.78125

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         B

         Bloque

         r5

      3. Points

         0.78125

         Activity

         3 A right B clear C sure D true

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         C

         Pasos

         1. Make sure that is the fixed phrase.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            0.78125

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         C

         Bloque

         r5

      4. Points

         0.78125

         Activity

         4 A interest B thought C knowledge D attention

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         D

         Pasos

         1. Pay attention to is the collocation.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            0.78125

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         D

         Bloque

         r5

      5. Points

         0.78125

         Activity

         5 A included B consisted C belonged D remained

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         A

         Pasos

         1. Included takes the direct object notes; the others do not fit.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            0.78125

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         A

         Bloque

         r5

      6. Points

         0.78125

         Activity

         6 A capable B available C suitable D possible

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         B

         Pasos

         1. Available at a location expresses access to the map.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            0.78125

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         B

         Bloque

         r5

      Maximum score

      4.6875

      Answers and criteria

      Use the final information in the text, not a rejected suggestion.

      Answers and criteria

      rubrica-manual

   6. Part 6

      Prueba

      CAMBRIDGE-B1-PRELIMINARY-SCHOOLS

      Convocatoria

      2026-2027

      Curso

      mcer-b1

      Materia

      ingles

      Caracter

      original-editorial

      Bloque

      r6

      Activity

      Write ONE word in each gap. Hi Jo, I’ve been in the drama club (1) ___ September. The play is next week. There are more than twenty students taking part, (2) ___ makes the stage rather crowded. I’m looking forward (3) ___ seeing you in the audience. We have had to practise every day (4) ___ order to be ready. The tickets are cheaper (5) ___ those for the town theatre. Could you let me know (6) ___ soon as you have decided? Max

      Sections

      1. Points

         0.78125

         Activity

         1

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         since

         Pasos

         1. Since introduces the start date with have been.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            0.78125

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         since

         Bloque

         r6

      2. Points

         0.78125

         Activity

         2

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         which

         Pasos

         1. Which refers to the whole previous clause, explaining the crowded stage.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            0.78125

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         which

         Bloque

         r6

      3. Points

         0.78125

         Activity

         3

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         to

         Pasos

         1. Look forward to is followed by the gerund seeing.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            0.78125

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         to

         Bloque

         r6

      4. Points

         0.78125

         Activity

         4

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         in

         Pasos

         1. In order to expresses purpose.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            0.78125

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         in

         Bloque

         r6

      5. Points

         0.78125

         Activity

         5

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         than

         Pasos

         1. Cheaper than compares ticket prices.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            0.78125

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         than

         Bloque

         r6

      6. Points

         0.78125

         Activity

         6

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         as

         Pasos

         1. As soon as is the required expression.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            0.78125

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         as

         Bloque

         r6

      Maximum score

      4.6875

      Answers and criteria

      Use the final information in the text, not a rejected suggestion.

      Answers and criteria

      rubrica-manual

2. Writing · 45 minutes total · Part 1

   Elegir

   1

   Options

   1. Points

      12.5

      Activity

      Read this email from your English-speaking friend Chris. I’m excited that you’ll visit next weekend! [Respond] Would you rather go to the science museum or the park? [Choose and explain] What food would you like for lunch? [Say] Do you need me to meet you at the station? [Explain] Write your email in about 100 words.

      Tipo respuesta

      redaccion

      Answers and criteria

      Answers and criteria

      See the two annotated models: cam-b1-01-w1-justa / -alta.

      Pasos

      1. Borderline: Content 5/5 (four notes); Communicative Achievement 2/5 (friendly but repetitive); Organisation 2/5 (limited linking); Language 2/5 (thank you for invite → inviting). Indicative 11/20.

      2. Strong B1: Content 5/5; Communicative Achievement 5/5 (friendly requests); Organisation 4/5 (three coherent sections); Language 4/5 (if, although and appropriate everyday range). Indicative 18/20.

      Answers and criteria

      1. Points

         12.5

         Descripcion

         Manual assessment using the named criteria; a different relevant response is acceptable.

      Answers and criteria

      Accept any response meeting the task and level; the model is not a fixed key.

      Bloque

      w1

3. Writing · Part 2 · Choose ONE option

   Elegir

   1

   Options

   1. Points

      12.5

      Activity

      Write an article for the school magazine: A useful skill. What useful skill have you learned? How did you learn it? Why would you recommend it to other teenagers? Write about 100 words.

      Tipo respuesta

      redaccion

      Answers and criteria

      Answers and criteria

      See the two annotated models: cam-b1-01-w2-article-justa / -alta.

      Pasos

      1. Borderline: Content 5/5; Communicative Achievement 2/5 (article with basic recommendation); Organisation 2/5; Language 2/5 (uncle show → showed; did mistakes → made mistakes). Indicative 11/20.

      2. Strong B1: Content 5/5; Communicative Achievement 5/5 (title and reader questions); Organisation 4/5; Language 4/5 (clear past account and advice). Indicative 18/20.

      Answers and criteria

      1. Points

         12.5

         Descripcion

         Manual assessment using the named criteria; a different relevant response is acceptable.

      Answers and criteria

      Accept any response meeting the task and level; the model is not a fixed key.

      Bloque

      w2-article

   2. Points

      12.5

      Activity

      Your story must begin: When I opened the box, I found something unexpected. Write your story in about 100 words.

      Tipo respuesta

      redaccion

      Answers and criteria

      Answers and criteria

      See the two annotated models: cam-b1-01-w2-story-justa / -alta.

      Pasos

      1. Borderline: Content 5/5 (opening and complete events); Communicative Achievement 2/5; Organisation 2/5; Language 2/5 (very surprise → very surprised). Indicative 11/20.

      2. Strong B1: Content 5/5; Communicative Achievement 5/5 (story rather than report); Organisation 4/5; Language 4/5 (past forms, then, luckily). Indicative 18/20.

      Answers and criteria

      1. Points

         12.5

         Descripcion

         Manual assessment using the named criteria; a different relevant response is acceptable.

      Answers and criteria

      Accept any response meeting the task and level; the model is not a fixed key.

      Bloque

      w2-story

4. Listening · 30 minutes including transfer time

   Elegir

   4

   Options

   1. Part 1

      Prueba

      CAMBRIDGE-B1-PRELIMINARY-SCHOOLS

      Convocatoria

      2026-2027

      Curso

      mcer-b1

      Materia

      ingles

      Caracter

      original-editorial

      Bloque

      l1

      Activity

      Choose the correct picture. Hear each recording twice.

      Sections

      1. Points

         1

         Activity

         What did the girl leave at home? [cam-b1-01-l1-1] A Gloves B Keys C Umbrella

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         A

         Pasos

         1. Only gloves were left.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            1

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         A

         Bloque

         l1

         Answers and criteria

         1. Hablante

            T

            Texto

            I’ve got my keys and umbrella, but my hands are freezing. I left my gloves on the kitchen table.

         

      2. Points

         1

         Activity

         Which activity will they do? [cam-b1-01-l1-2] A Climbing B Cycling C Bowling

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         C

         Pasos

         1. Bowling is booked after rejecting the others.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            1

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         C

         Bloque

         l1

         Answers and criteria

         1. Hablante

            T

            Texto

            We wanted to go climbing, but all the places are booked. It’s too wet for cycling, so we’ve booked a bowling lane.

         

      3. Points

         1

         Activity

         Where is the meeting? [cam-b1-01-l1-3] A Gym B Library C Garden

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         B

         Pasos

         1. The meeting moves to library.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            1

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         B

         Bloque

         l1

         Answers and criteria

         1. Hablante

            T

            Texto

            The garden is wet, and the gym is being used. We’re meeting in the library this afternoon instead.

         

      4. Points

         1

         Activity

         Which cake did he make? [cam-b1-01-l1-4] A Chocolate B Lemon C Carrot

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         B

         Pasos

         1. He follows Mum’s lemon request.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            1

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         B

         Bloque

         l1

         Answers and criteria

         1. Hablante

            T

            Texto

            I usually make chocolate cake, but Mum asked for lemon today. We had no carrots anyway.

         

      5. Points

         1

         Activity

         What time is the bus? [cam-b1-01-l1-5] A 8:10 B 8:25 C 8:40

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         C

         Pasos

         1. The available next service is 8:40.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            1

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         C

         Bloque

         l1

         Answers and criteria

         1. Hablante

            T

            Texto

            The early bus at eight ten has gone. The eight twenty-five service is cancelled. The next one leaves at eight forty.

         

      6. Points

         1

         Activity

         What will she buy? [cam-b1-01-l1-6] A Book B Mug C Plant

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         A

         Pasos

         1. The final decision is a book.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            1

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         A

         Bloque

         l1

         Answers and criteria

         1. Hablante

            T

            Texto

            Grandma has enough mugs, and she doesn’t have space for more plants. She’d love this book about gardens. I’ll get it.

         

      7. Points

         1

         Activity

         How will they return? [cam-b1-01-l1-7] A Ferry B Bus C Train

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         B

         Pasos

         1. Return journey, not outward journey, is bus.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            1

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         B

         Bloque

         l1

         Answers and criteria

         1. Hablante

            T

            Texto

            We’re taking the ferry out, but it stops running early. We can’t afford the train, so we’ll take the bus back.

         

      Maximum score

      7

      Answers and criteria

      Use the final information in the text, not a rejected suggestion.

      Answers and criteria

      rubrica-manual

   2. Part 2

      Prueba

      CAMBRIDGE-B1-PRELIMINARY-SCHOOLS

      Convocatoria

      2026-2027

      Curso

      mcer-b1

      Materia

      ingles

      Caracter

      original-editorial

      Bloque

      l2

      Activity

      Listen to six short conversations twice. Choose A, B or C.

      Sections

      1. Points

         1

         Activity

         How does the girl feel about a new club? A Worried about the cost B Pleased by a warm welcome C Disappointed by the activities

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         B

         Pasos

         1. Warm inclusion is the positive focus.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            1

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         B

         Bloque

         l2

         Answers and criteria

         1. Hablante

            B

            Texto

            How was the new club?

         2. Hablante

            G

            Texto

            I thought everyone would already have their own friends. But they included me straight away. The activities were fine, and it was free.

      2. Points

         1

         Activity

         Why does the boy change his plan? A A friend needs his help B The weather is bad C His homework is late

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         A

         Pasos

         1. Dan’s need changes the plan.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            1

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         A

         Bloque

         l2

         Answers and criteria

         1. Hablante

            G

            Texto

            Aren’t you going swimming?

         2. Hablante

            B

            Texto

            I finished my homework, and the weather is lovely. But Dan can’t move his desk alone, so I’m going to his house first.

      3. Points

         1

         Activity

         What do they agree about the film? A The ending was surprising B The music was too loud C The actors were convincing

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         C

         Pasos

         1. Both explicitly agree about convincing actors.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            1

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         C

         Bloque

         l2

         Answers and criteria

         1. Hablante

            G

            Texto

            The ending was easy to guess.

         2. Hablante

            B

            Texto

            Yes, but the actors made the characters feel real.

         3. Hablante

            G

            Texto

            I agree. I liked the music too.

      4. Points

         1

         Activity

         What is the girl doing? A Complaining about instructions B Asking for advice C Offering to teach

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         B

         Pasos

         1. She seeks a recommendation.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            1

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         B

         Bloque

         l2

         Answers and criteria

         1. Hablante

            G

            Texto

            I can’t decide between photography and drama. You’ve tried both. Which do you think would suit me?

         2. Hablante

            B

            Texto

            What would you most like to learn?

      5. Points

         1

         Activity

         Why did the boy enjoy the trip? A He could practise a language B He bought unusual gifts C He travelled alone

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         A

         Pasos

         1. Practising French, not shopping purchases or solitude, matters.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            1

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         A

         Bloque

         l2

         Answers and criteria

         1. Hablante

            G

            Texto

            Did you buy much in France?

         2. Hablante

            B

            Texto

            No, but I finally used my French in real shops. Going with my class gave me the confidence to try.

      6. Points

         1

         Activity

         What will they do about the broken chair? A Replace it immediately B Ask someone to repair it C Throw it out without asking

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         B

         Pasos

         1. They agree to seek repair before replacement.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            1

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         B

         Bloque

         l2

         Answers and criteria

         1. Hablante

            G

            Texto

            Should we buy a new chair?

         2. Hablante

            B

            Texto

            My neighbour repairs furniture. Let’s ask her first.

         3. Hablante

            G

            Texto

            Good idea. It might still be useful.

      Maximum score

      6

      Answers and criteria

      Use the final information in the text, not a rejected suggestion.

      Answers and criteria

      rubrica-manual

   3. Part 3

      Prueba

      CAMBRIDGE-B1-PRELIMINARY-SCHOOLS

      Convocatoria

      2026-2027

      Curso

      mcer-b1

      Materia

      ingles

      Caracter

      original-editorial

      Bloque

      l3

      Activity

      Complete six gaps with the missing information. Hear cam-b1-01-l3 twice. Photography course

      Sections

      1. Points

         1

         Activity

         Meeting place: town ___

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         library

         Pasos

         1. The meeting is at the library, not school.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            1

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         library

         Bloque

         l3

      2. Points

         1

         Activity

         Departure: ___

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         10:30

         Pasos

         1. Ten thirty is stated.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            1

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         10:30 / 10.30

         Bloque

         l3

      3. Points

         1

         Activity

         Everyone brings a water ___

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         bottle

         Pasos

         1. A water bottle is required; cameras can be lent.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            1

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         bottle

         Bloque

         l3

      4. Points

         1

         Activity

         First place photographed: old ___

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         bridge

         Pasos

         1. The bridge is the first stop.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            1

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         bridge

         Bloque

         l3

      5. Points

         1

         Activity

         Cost: £___

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         12

         Pasos

         1. Twelve includes one printed photograph.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            1

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         12 / twelve

         Bloque

         l3

      6. Points

         1

         Activity

         Contact: Ms ___

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         Carter

         Pasos

         1. Carter is given and spelled.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            1

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         Carter

         Bloque

         l3

      Maximum score

      6

      Answers and criteria

      Use the final information in the text, not a rejected suggestion.

      Answers and criteria

      rubrica-manual

      Answers and criteria

      1. Hablante

         N

         Texto

         Welcome to our weekend photography course. We’ll meet at the town library on Saturday, not at the school. The group leaves at ten thirty. Bring a camera if you have one, though we can lend you one. Everyone should bring a water bottle. Our first stop is the old bridge, where we’ll practise taking pictures of moving water. After lunch, we’ll look at our photos in a classroom. The course costs twelve pounds, and this includes printing your favourite photograph. Please email Ms Carter to book a place. That’s Carter, C A R T E R. We finish at four.

   4. Part 4

      Prueba

      CAMBRIDGE-B1-PRELIMINARY-SCHOOLS

      Convocatoria

      2026-2027

      Curso

      mcer-b1

      Materia

      ingles

      Caracter

      original-editorial

      Bloque

      l4

      Activity

      Listen to an interview with Tess. Choose A, B or C. Hear cam-b1-01-l4 twice.

      Sections

      1. Points

         1

         Activity

         What inspired Tess? A A successful repair B A shop competition C A school examination

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         A

         Pasos

         1. Her neighbour repaired headphones she would have discarded.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            1

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         A

         Bloque

         l4

      2. Points

         1

         Activity

         Why were people initially hesitant? A They could not afford it. B They thought skills were required. C They disliked the location.

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         B

         Pasos

         1. They believed prior experience was necessary.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            1

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         B

         Bloque

         l4

      3. Points

         1

         Activity

         How often does the club meet? A Weekly B Once a month C Twice a month

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         C

         Pasos

         1. Tess explicitly contrasts twice-monthly with too much weekly work.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            1

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         C

         Bloque

         l4

      4. Points

         1

         Activity

         What is a practical difficulty? A Obtaining parts B Finding a room C Attracting teachers

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         A

         Pasos

         1. Parts can be slow; school provided room.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            1

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         A

         Bloque

         l4

      5. Points

         1

         Activity

         What matters most to Tess? A Making a profit B Building members’ confidence C Repairing the greatest number

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         B

         Pasos

         1. She values a member’s confidence more than counting repairs.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            1

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         B

         Bloque

         l4

      6. Points

         1

         Activity

         What is the next plan? A Opening a shop B Holding a family event C Buying new equipment

         Tipo respuesta

         semiconstruida

         Answers and criteria

         Answers and criteria

         B

         Pasos

         1. An open afternoon for families is planned.

         Answers and criteria

         1. Points

            1

            Descripcion

            One correct answer; no credit for multiple choices.

         Answers and criteria

         B

         Bloque

         l4

      Maximum score

      6

      Answers and criteria

      Use the final information in the text, not a rejected suggestion.

      Answers and criteria

      rubrica-manual

      Answers and criteria

      1. Hablante

         I

         Texto

         Tess, you recently started a repair club. Why?

      2. Hablante

         T

         Texto

         My headphones stopped working. I nearly threw them away, but my neighbour repaired them. That made me wonder how many other things we waste.

      3. Hablante

         I

         Texto

         Was it easy to find members?

      4. Hablante

         T

         Texto

         Not at first. People thought they needed experience. Once we explained that beginners could learn, several joined. We meet twice a month, because weekly sessions would be too much during term.

      5. Hablante

         I

         Texto

         What has been difficult?

      6. Hablante

         T

         Texto

         Getting spare parts can take time. Finding a room was easy because the school helped. We don’t work on dangerous electrical equipment: adults check what we can safely repair.

      7. Hablante

         I

         Texto

         What achievement are you proudest of?

      8. Hablante

         T

         Texto

         One member used to say she was bad at practical tasks. Last week she fixed a bag herself. Seeing her confidence was better than counting repairs.

      9. Hablante

         I

         Texto

         What’s next?

      10. Hablante

          T

          Texto

          We’d like to hold an open afternoon for families. We aren’t trying to become a business. We want more people to try repairing something before buying a replacement.

5. Speaking · 10–12 minutes for a pair

   Elegir

   4

   Options

   1. Points

      6.25

      Activity

      Examiner: Where do you live? What do you enjoy studying? Tell me about something you did last weekend. What would you like to learn next year?

      Tipo respuesta

      desarrollo

      Answers and criteria

      Answers and criteria

      I live near the station. I enjoy history because I like finding out how people lived. Last weekend I visited my cousin and we cooked together. Next year I’d like to learn to play guitar.

      Pasos

      1. Grammar and Vocabulary: present, past and future plans at B1. Discourse Management: short linked answers. Pronunciation, Interactive Communication and Global Achievement need live assessment.

      Answers and criteria

      1. Points

         6.25

         Descripcion

         Manual assessment using the named criteria; a different relevant response is acceptable.

      Answers and criteria

      Accept any response meeting the task and level; the model is not a fixed key.

      Bloque

      s1

   2. Points

      6.25

      Activity

      Examiner to A: Describe photograph [cam-b1-01-s2-a] for about one minute. To B: Describe [cam-b1-01-s2-b]. Talk about people, place, actions and visible details.

      Tipo respuesta

      desarrollo

      Answers and criteria

      Answers and criteria

      A: In this photograph, three young people are working in a garden. On the left, one person is holding a plant in a pot. Another person is kneeling and using a small tool to make a hole in the ground. The third person is watering some flowers. There is a school building behind them, so they may be doing a project together. It seems to be daytime. They look interested in their work, and each person has a different job. I can’t tell exactly what they are saying, but they seem to be helping each other. The garden looks like a pleasant place to spend time outside. B: This picture shows two teenagers preparing food in a kitchen. They are standing at a table, where I can see bread, tomatoes and plates. One person is cutting tomatoes, while the other is putting food on a plate. They seem to be making sandwiches, although I can’t know who will eat them. The table is being used as a work area, and the food is easy to reach. Both people look busy with different parts of the job. I think preparing a meal together can be enjoyable. The picture reminds me of helping with lunch at home, but these people may be cooking for another reason.

      Pasos

      1. Discourse Management: connected description of visible people, place and actions. Grammar and Vocabulary: present continuous; may and seems mark uncertainty. Do not invent unseen identities. These fuller models remain untimed; actual one-minute delivery must be checked.

      Answers and criteria

      1. Points

         6.25

         Descripcion

         Manual assessment using the named criteria; a different relevant response is acceptable.

      Answers and criteria

      Accept any response meeting the task and level; the model is not a fixed key.

      Bloque

      s2

      

   3. Points

      6.25

      Activity

      Examiner: A new student joins your class. Talk together about these ideas [cam-b1-01-s3] for helping them meet people, then decide which would work best.

      Tipo respuesta

      desarrollo

      Answers and criteria

      Answers and criteria

      A: A picnic might be relaxed, but rain could be a problem. What about board games? B: They would help everyone talk, although some people don’t like games. A: We could choose simple team games. B: Yes, and do them indoors. A: Shall we agree on a games afternoon? B: Yes, because people can join small groups.

      Pasos

      1. Interactive Communication: compare, respond, negotiate and reach agreement; no official correct option. Discourse Management: give reasons instead of listing pictures.

      Answers and criteria

      1. Points

         6.25

         Descripcion

         Manual assessment using the named criteria; a different relevant response is acceptable.

      Answers and criteria

      Accept any response meeting the task and level; the model is not a fixed key.

      Bloque

      s3

      

   4. Points

      6.25

      Activity

      Examiner: Is it easier to make friends in a small group? What helps a new student feel comfortable? Tell us about an activity you enjoy with friends. Would you rather organise or join an event? Why?

      Tipo respuesta

      desarrollo

      Answers and criteria

      Answers and criteria

      Small groups are easier for me because I get time to speak. When someone is new, we should explain things without making them feel different. I enjoy cooking with friends because we share a job and talk while we work. I’d rather join an event first, but I could help organise it later.

      Pasos

      1. Opinions with personal reasons demonstrate B1. Respond to the partner rather than repeating a memorised paragraph. Live pronunciation remains unverified.

      Answers and criteria

      1. Points

         6.25

         Descripcion

         Manual assessment using the named criteria; a different relevant response is acceptable.

      Answers and criteria

      Accept any response meeting the task and level; the model is not a fixed key.

      Bloque

      s4

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