Upper Intermediate, B2
UNDERSTANDING |
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Listening |
Reading |
| I can understand extended speech and lectures and follow even complex lines of argument provided the topic is reasonably familiar. I can understand most TV news and current affairs programmes. I can understand the majority of films in standard dialect. | I can read articles and reports concerned with contemporary problems in which the writers adopt particular attitudes or viewpoints. I can understand contemporary literary prose. |
SPEAKING |
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Spoken Interaction |
Spoken Production |
| I can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible. I can take an active part in discussion in familiar contexts, accounting for and sustaining my views. | I can present clear, detailed descriptions on a wide range of subjects related to my field of interest. I can explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options. |
WRITING |
| I can write clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects related to my interests. I can write an essay or report, passing on information or giving reasons in support of or against a particular point of view. I can write letters highlighting the personal significance of events and experiences. |
Example of writing practice for this level:
http://timjulian.files.wordpress.com/2011/05/upper-intermediate-1-writing-practice-2.pdf
Tests for B2
http://www.englishtag.com/tests/level_test_upper_intermediate_B2.asp
http://www.newschool.co.uk/courses/test-your-english/upper-intermediate-english-test.aspx
http://linguaspectrum.com/leveltests/take_the_test.php?id=4
http://www.englishjet.com/english_courses_files/test_level.asp