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British citizenship. Published by SELT expert Courtney Harvey, the materials from this book are designed to help you ACE the B1 Speaking and Listening Test. In this book, you'll find advice and tips on: how to prepare for your test, the different kinds of tests that you can take, sample questions and much more! If you are looking to secure your citizenship, then this truly is the ULTIMATE speaking and listening guide.

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Publié par	How2become
Date de parution	30 janvier 2017
Nombre de lectures	4
EAN13	9781911259466
Langue	English
Poids de l'ouvrage	1 Mo

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You can also order through Amazon.co.uk under ISBN 978-1911259084
ISBN: 978-1911259084
First published in 2017 by Courtney Harvey
Copyright © 2017 Courtney Harvey
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Every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained within this guide is accurate at the time of publication. The publisher is not responsible for anyone failing any part of any selection process as a result of the information contained within this guide. The publisher cannot accept any responsibility for any errors or omissions within this guide, however caused. No responsibility for loss or damage occasioned by any person acting, or refraining from action, as a result of the material in this publication can be accepted by the publisher.
The information within this guide does not represent the views of any third party service or organisation.
Contents
Your Assessment
Preparing for the B1 Tests
Exam Language
Practice Tests
Answers to Practice Tests
Final Thoughts
INTRODUCTION TO YOUR GUIDE
Hello, and welcome to your guide, Pass the B1 Speaking and Listening Test. If you are reading this, then the chances are you’ve decided to become a British citizen. This is a brave and exciting choice, which will have fantastic benefits for you. However, it’s also time consuming and expensive. The application process is long and arduous. Luckily, this guide is here to help!
As the third book in our British Citizen Series , this guide will provide you with a complete breakdown of the B1 Speaking and Listening test. Since 2010, there have been many changes to the UK citizenship laws. So, this book contains the most up to date information for the tests.
The English language speaking and listening test will form an essential part of the process of becoming a naturalised British citizen, or a permanent resident. This test is used in conjunction with the Life in the UK test, where both results will count towards your final assessment. As part of your application for British citizenship, you’ll need to provide the Home Office with both sets of results.
In this book, we’ll be taking you through the process of passing the B1 Speaking and Listening test.

HOW TO USE THIS BOOK
This book has been written to help you understand how to pass the speaking and listening English language tests. In order to do this, we’ll run through both sets of tests, to help you decide which one is the best option for you. Following this, we’ll give you advice on preparation, revision and perfecting your language technique, to ensure that you pass the test.
Throughout this book, we’ve provided you with a number of practice questions, to help you track your progress and recap on what you’ve learnt. The questions in this guide are extremely similar to what you will encounter in the real assessment, so make sure that by the end of the guide, you are comfortable answering them.
In order to use this book in the most effective manner, we advise that you take notes as you progress. Once you are finished with the content, you can then use these notes in your revision.
This book will cover all 6 learning levels. We’ll start with A1 – beginner’s level, and then move on to A2 all the way through to C2, which is the most advanced level.
Now, let’s move onto learning some key info about the assessment.

ABOUT THE TEST
There are a total of two speaking and listening tests which are currently accepted by the UK Home Office for British citizenship. Please note: you only need to pass one of these tests.
These tests are:
• The Trinity GESE Grade 5 Exam;
• The IELTS Life Skills Test.
Both of these tests are run under different formats, but each of them is designed to assess whether the candidate meets the Common European Framework reference (CEFR) standards of English.
The CEFR was created as a guide by the Council of Europe, and is used by the examiners to judge your English skills. The CEFR guidelines are used almost universally, as a way of assessing candidates. The IELTS Life Skills test and the Trinity GESE Grade 5 test both use different tasks to assess users. However, both tests require Independent Users to fulfil the expectations laid out by CEFR.
When taking the assessment, always make sure that you are sitting the test at a Secure English Language Test (SELT) Centre. This is the only centre from which test results will be accepted.
Candidates can choose which test they would prefer to take. If you wish to become a British citizen, or are applying for indefinite leave to remain, then you will need to take the B1 Speaking and Listening test at CEFR B1 level. If you are taking this test, then you will be known as an ‘Independent User’. Independent users must prove that they have the necessary skills to deal with key topics of conversation (such as travelling) and other fundamental elements of life in the UK.
Please note that if you are from a majority English speaking country, or have achieved a degree which was taught in English, then you won’t need to take the assessment.

HOW ARE THE TESTS MARKED?
At each learning level, the tests will assess your speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. If you are applying for citizenship or settlement, then you will only be required to demonstrate your speaking and listening skills.
The B1 test is some way off the required standard for C2 Advanced Users, and therefore it will reassure you to know that it’s not too difficult. During your examination, the examiner will cross-check your language skills against a checklist in front of them, to see how closely it matches.
The examiner will also be looking at other qualities, such as the pronunciation of your words and how clearly you speak, the quality of your physical interaction, and how well you understand what they are saying to you.

HOW CAN I IMPRESS THE EXAMINER?
In order to impress the examiner, you will need to show them that you can meet the requirements expected of a B1 Independent User.
The requirements are measured on the following:
• The fluency of your speech;
• The quality of your English interaction;
• The accuracy of your speech;
• Your range of vocab;
• Your pronunciation.
When taking the assessment, you will be expected to talk with the examiner, in simple terms about familiar/everyday scenarios and situations. For example, conversing with someone whilst travelling, asking for directions or ordering a meal.
The assessor will not expect you to talk at the same level as someone who has lived in the UK for their entire life, nor will you be required to speak for long periods of time or about extremely complex subjects. You’ll need to show the examiner that you are able to interact to a sufficient level in English, by speaking clearly and accurately, and showing a good range of vocabulary.

INTERACTING WITH THE EXAMINER
When taking your assessment, you won’t just be judged on your level of speech, but how well you interact as a whole. So, simply repeating responses to the examiner will not gain you a high mark. You will need to go out of your way to try and interact with them, making comments, agreeing, nodding, shaking your head or asking them extra questions.
On some occasions, you may be asked to sit the test along with another test-taker, who you will need to converse with. The examiner will then judge you based on how well you interact with that person.
Always remember that while you are not being judged on your personality, it’s best to be as open and chatty as possible for this assessment. While you might well be able to speak in complex terms about certain subjects, controversial views will not help your case, and could result in you scoring poorly. You should do your best to put your personality across, but don’t be overbearing.
One of the best and most basic pieces of preparation advice that we can give you is to practise your speech beforehand. This is especially true if you are someone who often pauses/stops whilst speaking, or struggles to think of things to say. If this is the case, it will be evident in the exam, and you will lose marks. That being said, the examiner will expect you to think for a moment or two before responding. This is normal practice, especially if speaking slowly, clearly and pronouncing each word helps you to demonstrate your language ability.
While you won’t be judged based on how well you pronounce certain words or your accent, it’s essential that the examiner can understand what you are saying.

VOCABULARY SKILLS
As mentioned, during the assessment you will need to show that you are able to use a wide range of vocabulary. This means being able to use words and phrases from common scenarios and situations. It’s important to remember that if you don’t understand a particular expression, you are allowed to ask the examiner to clarify or expand on what was said.
While you should try to avoid this where possible, asking for the occasional bit of help won’t damage your chances of success. It’s far better to ask for clarification, and then give a clear, in-depth and precise answer; than to give an answer that is lacking these qualities. When you do reply to the examiner, it’s also best to try and do so in proper English.
While studying for the assessment, or living in the country, there is a good chance you will have picked up certain slang t