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How many components does Aptis consist of?
5- Core (grammar and vocabulary), reading, listening, writing and speaking
True or False: The speaking test lasts for approximately 20 mins.
False - It lasts approx 12 mins
You should allow at least 15-20 mins for Reading part 4.
True
What does the second part of the speaking component involve?
Describe a picture and answer 2 additional questions of increasing difficulty.
What does speaking part 3 involve?
Describe two contrasting pictures and answer two additional questions of increasing difficulty.
What does speaking part 1 involve?
Respond to 3 personal information questions.
What does speaking part 4 involve?
Answer 3 questions on an abstract topic.
How long do you have to speak for in speaking part 1?
30 seconds for each response
How long do you have to speak for in speaking part 2 & 3?
45 seconds for each response
Is there preparation time for speaking parts 1, 2 & 3?
No
How long do you have to speak for in speaking part 4?
2 mins
Is there preparation time for speaking part 4?
Yes, 1 min preparation time
What does writing part 4 involve?
Write an informal email to a friend and a formal email to an unknown person.
How long should the letters in writing part 4 be?
40-50 words for the informal letter
120-150 words for the formal letter
True or False: In Reading part 4 you have to match headings to paragraphs.
True
