Activity continuing to now
Leah began the report at eight. It is now eleven, and she is still writing it.
Leah ___ on the report for three hours.
Complete B1 before advancing
B1 End-of-Level Diagnostic
Use this after all B1 lessons to identify any remaining gaps and confirm whether the learner is ready to begin B2.
Benchmark goal
The learner should understand the main points of clear connected input, explain experiences and opinions, manage familiar problems, and produce organized language with reasons and relevant detail.
Advance when ready
- Controls the B1 time, voice, condition, reporting, and clause systems in context.
- Distinguishes main idea, supporting evidence, viewpoint, and uncertainty.
- Speaks and writes connected language that explains, compares, and justifies.
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A B2 starting point needs evidence from connected reading, listening, speaking, and writing—not grammar recognition alone.
1. Control time, viewpoint, and information
Earlier past
We reached the restaurant at 9:15. Our friends left at 9:00 because they thought we were not coming.
When we arrived, our friends ___.
Imagined present
You want to take a design course, but your current schedule makes it impossible.
Which sentence expresses the imagined situation?
Past state and present contrast
The neighborhood was quiet twenty years ago. It is now busy and crowded.
This neighborhood ___ much quieter.
Passive focus
You are writing a complaint about the affected order. The driver’s identity is not important.
Choose the most useful sentence.
Reported statement
Yesterday Mina said to you, “I’ll send the file tomorrow.” You report the message today.
Which report keeps the listener, viewpoint, and time clear?
Defining relative clause
The company needs a trainer. The trainer must be able to explain complex ideas clearly.
The company needs a trainer ___.
Present deduction
Omar’s calendar shows “Client review, 2–3 p.m.” It is 2:30, and he is not at his desk.
Omar ___.
Question tag
The clients have approved the design, ___?
Verb pattern
Priya is seriously considering a new role.
Priya is considering ___ for the position.
Future arrangement
The appointment is confirmed for Tuesday at ten with the bank manager.
I ___ the bank manager on Tuesday at ten.
Concession
The more expensive option has one important disadvantage and one expected benefit.
Choose the correctly connected sentence.
2. Read for argument, evidence, and implication
Proposal: a shared workshop for the neighborhood
A vacant shop on Park Street has been empty for three years. A local group proposes turning it into a shared workshop where residents could repair bicycles, furniture, and small appliances. Supporters argue that the project would reduce waste, teach practical skills, and create a place for neighbors to meet.
The building needs electrical repairs and step-free access. The group has raised half the renovation cost, but it would need a council grant and regular membership fees. Some nearby businesses are concerned about noise and parking. In response, the group has proposed evening closing hours, sound insulation, and a six-month trial.
Overall, the project appears promising because it addresses both waste and social isolation. However, approval should depend on a realistic budget, safe access, and clear evidence from the trial.
Main purpose
What is the proposal’s central idea?
Supporting concerns
Which set contains only unresolved practical concerns?
Writer’s position
What position does the final paragraph take?
3. Listen, evaluate, and respond
Listen: project update
Play the message. Which summary preserves all three key developments?
Listen: community report
Play the report. Which conclusion matches the speaker’s level of certainty?
Work collocations
The role requires finishing work on time and owning communication with clients.
Which résumé phrase sounds precise and natural?
Money direction
Ana gives you $50 temporarily. You will return it on Friday.
Choose the accurate description from your viewpoint.
Careful recommendation
You need to attribute a possible benefit and acknowledge missing financial information.
Which sentence does both jobs clearly?
4. Teacher-scored independent communication
Speaking task · 5 points
Decision meeting: A company has $5,000 to improve either staff training, office energy efficiency, or customer support. The learner chooses a priority, responds to one alternative, and revises or defends the recommendation after two follow-up questions.
Award one point for each ability demonstrated independently or after one light prompt.
Writing task · 5 points
Write a recommendation of 130–170 words. Choose a realistic change for a workplace, neighborhood, or learning program. Explain the current problem and evidence, compare at least two options, acknowledge one disadvantage, and recommend a next step or trial.
Award one point for each observable quality.
Complete the sections, then check the assessment.