In the Listening part IV you hear five different speakers that have a thematic link. There are then two tasks to match two of the 16 statements or phrases to each speaker. Do you need to listen for specific details or gist?
You listen for general gist, main ideas, opinion.
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How long is the CAE Writing paper and how is it recommended that you break down that time?
1hr 30mins - Each part 10mins planning, 25 writing, 10mins reading, checking & error correction
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How long is the Listening exam? Approximately 35 / 40 / 45 minutes
Approximately 40 minutes
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In the Reading and use of English paper, do you write using upper or lower case?
UPPER CASE
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How many parts are there to the Listening exam?
4
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What is the focus of Reading and use of English Part 1? (what are they testing?)
Why is the speaking test done with other candidates?
Because some parts require you to interact with another candidate.
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How long is the certificate valid for?
Forever! But some institutions or employers may set a time limit.
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What is the focus of Reading and use of English Part 3?
Word Formation - particularly affixation and compounding.
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seesaw
Swap points!
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rocket
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gift
Win 25 points!
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thief
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How many words do you use to complete Reading and use of English Part 4?
Between three and six words
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In Speaking part 2 do you need to make sure to speak about all the images?
No, you must speak about two of the three images.
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thief
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star
Double points!
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rocket
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banana
Go to last place!
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How long does the speaking test last?
15 minutes.
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In the Listening part 2, you hear a monologue or discussion about a specific topic or event lasting about 3 minutes. What do you need to do in the 8 questions?
Complete the gaps with a word or short phrase from the audio.