LanguageCert B1 Exam
Part One: Personal Information Questions
Playing Games
I: What games did you use to play when you were little?
C: I liked to play tag games, hide and seek, and “Blindman’s Buff”game.
I: How often do you do crosswords and other puzzles?
C: I used to do crosswords and other puzzles sometimes back. I don't think I have an interest in them currently.
I: What do you think about computer games
C: I think computer games are good. They help people improve their cognitive skills, including memory, problem-solving skills, attention and concentration, and coordination, among other skills. I think they can be greatly helpful to learners, and anyone else, if played at the right time.
I: What can we learn from playing games?
C: Playing and succeeding in games, especially those that have different levels, teaches us that every problem can be solved through hard work and persistence.
Weather
I: What is the weather like in your area?
C: The weather in my area varies based on the seasons of the year. Currently, the weather is warm with enough sunshine because we are in the summer season of the year.
I: Which season do you prefer, and why?
C: I do like the summer season, which I am sure many others do like. The season consists of warm weather that supports most outdoor activities, fun, and enjoyable school vocations.
I: What kind of weather do you like best? Why?
C: I like calm weather that is not too hot or too cold. Such weather allows me to perform indoor and outdoor activities satisfactorily.
I: How do you find out the weather forecast?
C: I find out the weather forecast by following weather forecast updates on the internet.
Internet
I: How often do you use the internet?
C: I can say that I use the internet every day, although the time I consume each day varies depending on my schedule. The internet gives access to the most important things, including news, academic content, and fun. I think such things can make anyone secure time to access the internet.
I: Tell me about your favorite website.
C: My favorite website is Google because it enables me to search for all information that may appear on other websites.
I: How often do you send emails?
C: I mostly send important emails, such as school assignments. In brief, I mostly send emails when I am actively at school.
I: What do you mostly use the internet for?
C: I mostly use the internet to google academic content so that I can be well-informed about what I have learned in class.
Building and Rooms
I: What important buildings are there in your area?
C: Important buildings in my area include hospital buildings, religious buildings, and schools.
I: What buildings in the world would you most like to visit? Why?
C: I would like to visit the Eiffel Tower in Paris because it is said to be the most famous building in the world due to its beautiful design. I would also like to visit the Heydar Aliyev Center building. I have seen its picture, and I think it is uniquely designed and would like to see it by myself.
I: Do you think colours in a room are important? Why?
C: Of course, colours are very important in rooms. The selected colours determine the tone experienced by those inside the room. For example, I prefer cool colours such as blue and green in relaxing atmospheres. Bright colours such as orange and red can work better during house parties.
I: What is your favorite room where you live? Why?
C: My favorite room is the sitting room because I can comfortably sit there, watch, and perform my personal activities.
Part Two: Role Play of Situations
A
I: Excuse me, do you know of a good place to eat near here?
C: Of course, walk a hundred meters to the right and turn to the left and walk fifty meters. You will come across a tall multifunctional building that has a restaurant on the ground floor. You will easily recognize the door because the word “restaurant” is written at the top.
I: So (Name), is your presentation ready? I need to see it.
C: Of course, I am summarizing the last bit, and I will deliver it to you in ten minutes.
I: So, what are we going to do?
C: Well, we shall visit the cinema hall to watch the latest movie. After that, we shall pass by the restaurant and buy some snacks before getting home.
I: My car’s broken down. Could I borrow yours for today?
C: Of course, I will not drive today, and so you can pass by when you are ready so that I can hand over the car keys to you.
B
I’m your waiter in a restaurant. There is a problem with your drink.
I: (Initiates)
C: Excuse me please, I think this is not the same drink that I ordered for, would you mind changing it for me, please?
I: Of course, what did you order for then?
C: I ordered for lemonade, but this is fruit juice.
I: I’m really sorry, I will change it for you.
C: Thank you.
Part Three: Discussion about Hobbies
I: What will you choose as a hobby? Cooking, playing tennis, painting, playing guitar, taking photos, or dancing?
C: I will choose to take photos as my hobby because it feels awesome for me. I feel satisfied when I capture photos of people and their surroundings.
I: What about playing tennis, guitar, painting, and cooking? Won’t you like to either of them too?
C: Of course, I do cook because it is essential, but I cannot take it as a hobby. About the other suggestions, I find no interest either in painting, dancing, playing guitar, or tennis.
Part 4
A: Responding to questions after listening to a script reading
I: Where would Hugo like to go to?
C: Greece Island
I: According to Hugo’s friends, when is the best time for this trip?
C: September
I: What local dishes would Hugo like to try?C: Fresh fish
B: A trip you would like to take
I: (Initiates)
C: I would like to take a trip to the best places in the United Kingdom, such as UK Castle. I have heard stories about how amazing the UK Castle is, and I would like to visit and see it by myself. Besides, I have seen pictures of the Castle House and its surroundings. They look really amazing. Walking through the old building would be such a memorable moment for me. Besides, it will be a great opportunity for me to practice my hobby, which is capturing pictures. In this case, I will take photos of the Castle House, both inside and outside. Besides, I would take pictures of the beautiful gardens surrounding the castle. Another good thing about tripping to the UK Castle is that it would be a chance to rest and have fun in the gardens. The summer season would, therefore, be the perfect time to go for the trip. Lastly, visiting the place would as well give me a chance to study the history of the Castle House, including information on how it started and its purpose.
Follow Up Questions
I: How do you prepare for a trip?
C: First of all, I have to set a budget for the requirements needed for the trip. Then I have to pick a destination for my trip by reviewing different places that I admire. After choosing a destination, I have to book accommodation to avoid confusion on arrival. The next step is to arrange all the required items for the trip, including necessary documents and clothing. I can then set off for my desired trip after all the arrangements are made.
I: What are the main reasons that people travel nowadays?C: People mostly travel for leisure and business purposes, depending on where they choose to go.
I: Which are the main things to consider when choosing holiday accommodation?
C: The major things to put into consideration include the cost of accommodation, the convenience of the place, safety, and accessibility of the place.
I: Would you enjoy going camping? Why/why not?
C: I would enjoy going camping because it offers a chance to learn how to survive in different environments.
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