B1 - Preliminary B1/Questions/Trivia 1

Question 1

What was the B1 Preliminary exam formerly known as?

Accepted Answer

PET (Preliminary English Test)

Answer

The B1 Preliminary was previously called the Preliminary English Test (PET). Cambridge Assessment English rebranded it to 'B1 Preliminary' to make its CEFR level immediately clear to candidates and employers.

Question 2

How long does the Reading and Writing paper in the B1 Preliminary exam last?

Accepted Answer

1 hour 30 minutes

Answer

The Reading and Writing paper lasts 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes). This is the longest single paper in the exam, combining both skills into one sitting.

Question 3

How many parts does the B1 Preliminary Listening paper contain?

Accepted Answer

4

Answer

The B1 Preliminary Listening paper has 4 parts, each featuring different task types such as multiple choice, matching, and gap-fill, testing a range of listening sub-skills.

Question 4

Which organisation develops and administers the B1 Preliminary exam?

Accepted Answer

Cambridge Assessment English

Answer

Cambridge Assessment English, part of the University of Cambridge, develops and administers the B1 Preliminary exam along with all other Cambridge English Qualifications.

Question 5

In which year was the B1 Preliminary exam significantly revised with a new format?

Accepted Answer

2020

Answer

The B1 Preliminary was substantially updated in January 2020. The revision introduced new task types, changed the reading and writing format, and placed greater emphasis on real-world communication skills.

B1 Preliminary Practice Test

B1 Preliminary Practice Test

B1 - Preliminary B1/Questions/Trivia 1