B1 B1 Preliminary Speaking Skills 2

Question 1

Which response best shows the ability to speculate when a speaking topic is uncertain?

Accepted Answer

'It might be a market, because I can see stalls.'

Answer

Using 'might be' with supporting evidence shows the ability to speculate appropriately.

Question 2

What should you avoid doing during the B1 Preliminary speaking test?

Accepted Answer

Reading from a prepared script

Answer

Reading a memorized script sounds unnatural and does not demonstrate real communicative ability.

Question 3

Which sentence correctly invites a partner to share their opinion during a speaking task?

Accepted Answer

'What do you think about that?'

Answer

'What do you think about that?' is a natural, open invitation that encourages equal participation.

Question 4

If you make a mistake while speaking in the B1 Preliminary test, what is the best approach?

Accepted Answer

Correct yourself quickly and continue

Answer

Self-correction shows language awareness and does not significantly affect your score if done naturally.

Question 5

Which phrase best helps extend a short answer into a longer, more developed response?

Accepted Answer

'…, and the reason for this is that…'

Answer

Adding a reason or explanation turns a simple answer into a well-developed spoken response.

B1 Preliminary Practice Test