How well do you know the Challenge Test?

When is the Challenge Test?

• Between early to mid October.

• At the end of October.
• At the beginning of November.
• Between mid to late November.

Is the Challenge Test the same as the Eiken test?

• Yes. Aside from the name, they are exactly the same.

• No, they are not the same exactly.

Which of the following skills are tested? Please choose all that applies.

• Writing skill
• Reading skill
• Listening skill
• Speaking skill

How long is the Challenge Test?

• 40 mins
• 45 mins
• 50 mins
• 55 mins

Answer explanation

• - Reading: 25 minutes
  - Listening: 20 minutes

How many questions are there in total?

• 45
• 55
• 65
• 75

Answer explanation

• - Reading: 35 questions
  - Listening: 30 questions

What format are the questions in? Please choose all that applies.

• Multiple choice
• Fill in the blank
• Short answer
• Open ended

What sort of content is tested on in the reading section? Please choose all that applies.

• Reading comprehension of a passage
• Vocabulary
• Grammar
• Choosing an appropriate response in a conversation

Answer explanation

• - 20 grammar/vocab questions
  - 5 questions on answers to a question in a conversation
  - 5 questions on a reading passage
  - 5 questions on a longer reading passage

What type of questions are there in the listening section? Please choose all that applies.

• Match pictures to the content of a conversation correctly.
• Answer a question after listening to a short monologue.
• Check the correct missing words based on what was read out.
• Answer a question after listening to a short conversation.

Answer explanation

• - Part 1: ABA dialogue-->Question
  - Part 2: Monologue (3-4 sentences)-->Question

• Each track is played only once.