FCE Speaking – Part 2 The speaking part 2 of your FCE exam is straightforward; the candidate needs to talk about two photographs and compare them. The examiner gives you two photographs and asks you to talk about them. You have to speak for 1 minute without interruption and the interlocutor then asks the other […]
FCE Speaking – Part 1 The speaking part 1 of your FCE exam is straightforward; the candidate needs to answers simple questions about themselves and express their opinion based on personal experiences. If they have a lack of experience, they should use the hypothetical tenses: The questions in part one of the exam are usually […]
This is an a writing sample that will show you the crucial elements to keep in mind when writing your opinion essay.
How to write a formal letter When you have a formal letter or email for your FCE, keep in mind these basic instructions: Dear Sir/Madam (In case you don’t know the name → Yours Faithfully) Dear Mr X (→Yours Sincerely) Reason for writing (Who I am (not the name!), What I want, When and Where […]
Cloze tests: most common expressions Here you are a brief compilation of the most common words and expressions you will find in cloze tests. If you get acquainted with them, you will see how this challenging type of exercise in the First Certificate Exam, Advanced or Proficiency, gets easier and easier. Practice makes it perfect!
6 Tips for your FCE exam day Practicing FCE exams at home has its perks: it’s a comfortable, low-pressure environment. However, when the day of your FCE exam arrives, the situation changes, and your confidence may plummet dramatically. Fortunately, there are six tricks you can use to help you handle this nerve-racking experience: 1. To […]
How to pass your FCE exam with flying colors and prove you have the language skills to live, work or study in an English-speaking country.