Why is the speaking test done with other candidates?
Because some parts require you to interact with another candidate.
How long does the speaking test last?
15 minutes.
In the Reading and use of English paper, do you write using upper or lower case?
UPPER CASE
What type of examiner is an interlocutor?
The examiner in the Speaking test who speaks directly with the candidates.
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.
In Speaking part 3, do you need to come to an agreement of opinion with the other candidate?
Not necessarily, but you should justify why you can't agree with them.
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.
How many parts are there to the Listening exam?
4
What score do you need to get in order to pass C1 level?
180-199
How many words do you use to complete Reading and use of English Part 4?
Between three and six words
How many questions are included in the Reading and use of English paper?
56
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.
How many parts does the Reading and use of English paper have?
8
What is the suggested word limit for each writing task?
220-260 words
What is the focus of Reading and use of English Part 1? (what are they testing?)
Vocabulary - idioms, collocations, phrasal verbs, semantic precision.
How long is the Reading and use of English paper?
1hr 30mins
What is the focus of Reading and use of English Part 3?
Word Formation - particularly affixation and compounding.
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
In the Speaking part 2 you are presented with 3 images and asked to comment and react to them. What do you need to do? (3 things)
Compare, speculate and express your opinion.
How many options do you have to choose from in Writing part II?
three