Cambridge | B2 First
Cambridge | B2 First
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New information for candidates booklet
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Free Computer-based sample tests - current sample tests
You will need to use the Firefox browser to access these sample tests. You can download Firefox for free. Once downloaded, open Firefox and use the links below to view the tests. Watch this tutorial before you start to help you understand what you need to do.
Check your answers as you do the test. Once the test has finished you will not be able to check them.
Use the answer keys below
- Reading and Use of English answer key (PDF)
- Listening answer key (PDF)
- There is no answer key for the Writing paper, but there are sample answers and examiner comments on the relevant pages of the B2 First handbook. (PDF)
Free Exam Guides for Candidates for Cambridge B2 First (FCE)
Have a look at free exam guides and tips from Cambridge English Assessment
Free Digital sample tests - effective as of April 1, 2024
New sample tests will be implemented for exams beginning April 1, 2024. Cambridge will upgrade from computer-based exams to an improved digital platform - Cambridge English Qualifications Digital. Find out more about digital assessment and its many benefits.
Watch the tutorial to understand how to complete a B2 First digital exam.
Listening Time: approximately 40 minutes
- B2 First Digital Listening Sample Test (online)
- B2 First Sample 1 answer key (PDF)
- B2 First Sample 1 tapescript (PDF)
Reading and Use of English Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Writing Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Free Paper-based sample test
Download sample papers for B2 First
Reading & Use of English resources
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Writing resources
Listening resources
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Speaking resources
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Free English practice
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