B1 English Writing at B1 Level 2

Question 1

Which sentence correctly uses a time connective?

Accepted Answer

After finishing work, I went to the gym.

Answer

'After + gerund (finishing)' followed by a main clause is correct. Using both 'after' and 'then' is redundant. The infinitive 'to finish' after 'after' is incorrect.

Question 2

You are writing to apply for a part-time job. Which closing sentence is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

I look forward to hearing from you.

Answer

'I look forward to hearing from you' is the standard formal closing for a job application. The other options are too informal for this context.

Question 3

Which of the following is the correct way to end a formal letter when you began with 'Dear Mr Smith'?

Accepted Answer

Yours sincerely

Answer

When you know the person's name and use it (Dear Mr Smith), you close with 'Yours sincerely'. 'Yours faithfully' is used when you write 'Dear Sir/Madam'.

Question 4

Read the sentence and choose the correct spelling: 'We recieved/received your application last week.'

Accepted Answer

Received

Answer

The correct spelling is 'received'. The rule 'i before e except after c' applies here: rec-ei-ved (after c, use ei).

Question 5

Which sentence uses paragraphing correctly in a short formal email?

Accepted Answer

State your purpose in the first paragraph, give details in the second, and close politely in the third.

Answer

A well-structured formal email has an opening paragraph for purpose, a middle paragraph for detail, and a closing paragraph. This is the expected B1+ writing structure.

B1 English Practice Test

B1 English Practice Test

B1 English Writing at B1 Level 2