FCE

What's in the exam?

Paper	Content	Marks (% of total)	Purpose
Reading (1 hour)	3 parts/ 30 questions	20%	Shows you can deal confidently with different types of text, such as fiction, newspapers and magazines.
Writing (1 h 20 min)	2 parts	20%	Requires you to be able to produce two different pieces of writing, such as letters, reports, reviews and short stories.
Use of English (45 min)	4 parts/ 42 questions	20%	Your use of English will be tested by tasks which show how well you can control your grammar and vocabulary.
Listening (about 40 min)	4 parts/ 30 questions	20%	Requires you to be able to follow and understand a range of spoken materials, such as news programmes, presentations and everyday conversations.
Speaking (14 min per pair of candidates)	4 parts	20%	Tests your ability to communicate effectively in face-to-face situations. You will take the Speaking test with one or two other candidates.

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