FCE Speaking Part
When given the pictures, you must:
a) describe them
b) compare them
c) ask the other candidate for their opinion
b) compare them
The essay instructions always include the following phrase: "Your English teacher has asked you to write an essay".
a) true
b) false
a) true
We have been waiting here since half past ten.
for
We have been waiting _______ one hour.
We have been waiting here for one hour.
There were very _____ people at the party when we arrived but half an hour later, it was crowded.
few
We should go and eat at "Franco's" which is ______ a great little restaurant.
suppose
supposedly
How long does the Speaking Part of the FCE last per pair of candidates?
14 minutes
The topic you are asked to write about is usually related to the environment.
a) true
b) false
a) true
The strong winds blew down the two ancient trees during the storm.
blown
The two ancient trees________ the storm.
The two ancient trees were blown down during the storm.
How was I to know that she would have an allergic reaction ___ the nuts in the cake? She should have said something!
to
If you have any problems finding things, just ask Roger. He is very ______ and will tell you where to find what you want.
help
helpful
When given the pictures, you must:
a) make sure you have answered the question before your time is up.
b) make sure you have compared the pictures before your time is up.
c) "a" and "b".
c) a and b
Where should you include your own opinion on the given topic?
In the conclusion
He doesn't have enough money to buy the computer.
too
The computer ____________ to buy.
The computer is too expensive for him to buy.
He said he couldn't come to the meeting because of a previous engagement but I think he is just _____ excuses.
making
The gang robbed three banks in the same city and all at about the same time. Not ________ , they were caught by the police during the fourth attempt.
surprise
surprisingly
What percentage does the Speaking part represent in the whole mark of the FCE?
20%
It's ok to use informal language in essays when you are required to write to your teacher.
False. Always remember to use formal language in the FCE essay!
"You should start a new hobby, Mr. Jenkins", the doctor said.
take
The Doctor advised _________ a new hobby.
The Doctor advised Mr. Jenkins to take up a new hobby.
I can eat almost ____ type of fish or seafood except for octopus which I can't stand.
any
You paid $25 for a simple breakfast?! They have certainly ________ you! You should go back and complain.
charge
overcharged
How many parts does the Speaking Exam have in the FCE?
4
The instructions always include notes. Within the notes there are 3 contents you must write about. 2 of such contents will be given to you and the third one is for you to: ...
write your own idea
Many people think Steve stole the money.
believed
Steve ________ the money.
Steve _is believed to have stolen the money.
The city is pretty safe although you may have some problems if you go into certain neighborhoods ___ night.
at
I left the house at 8am and stared at the empty garage in ______ . My car was nowhere to be seen. Someone had stolen it!
believe
disbelief