B1 Preliminary mock test: free sample

This is the format of the real B1 Preliminary paper, taken from our full mock tests. Try one part free below, then take a full timed mock with Pro.

What the real paper looks like

90 minutes in total

1. Reading

45 minutes

الجزء 1: Multiple Choice5 questions
الجزء 2: Matching5 questions
الجزء 3: Multiple Choice (longer text)5 questions
الجزء 4: Gapped Text5 questions
الجزء 5: Multiple-choice cloze6 questions
الجزء 6: Open cloze6 questions

2. Writing

45 minutes

الجزء 1: EmailWriting task
الجزء 2: Article or StoryWriting task

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Part 1 of B1 Preliminary Mock Test 1. Check your answers to see the explanations.

For each question, choose the correct answer (A, B or C).

1notice

A notice at the entrance to a library

Books can now be returned at any time using the box outside the main door. Please do not put DVDs in the box. Hand these to a member of staff at the desk during opening hours.

What does the notice say?

2text message

A text message from a daughter to her mother

Mum, the coach is stuck in traffic, so we’ll get back to school about an hour late, around 7. Don’t leave home yet. I’ll message you again when we’re ten minutes away. Mia

What does Mia want her mother to do?

3advert

An advert on a supermarket noticeboard

FOR SALE: Child’s bike, suitable for ages 6–9. Hardly used, because my son prefers his scooter! £45, or £35 if you can collect it this weekend. Call Dan after 6 p.m.

What does Dan say about the bike?

4sign

A sign in a museum

Photography is welcome in all galleries except the Egyptian Room. Please switch off your flash everywhere in the museum, as bright light can damage older paintings.

What does the sign say?

5notice

A notice at a sports centre

Tennis for beginners: lessons start on 4 May. Students can borrow a racket from us for their first two lessons. After that, please bring your own. Book your place at reception.

What does the notice say about rackets?

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