B2 First Cambridge English Exam Writing

The video tutorial provides guidance on the B2 First Cambridge English exam's writing section. It emphasizes understanding the examiner's perspective, structuring essays effectively, and using appropriate language. Key points include essay requirements, time management, and the importance of planning. The tutorial also covers using linkers for coherence and offers final tips and resources for exam preparation.

What is the main focus of the B2 First Cambridge English Exam writing paper?

• Writing an essay

• Writing a letter

• Writing a story

• Writing a report

What is the secret trick to succeed in the writing exam?

• Writing as much as possible

• Using complex vocabulary

• Understanding the examiner's perspective

• Memorizing sample essays

How much time is recommended for writing the essay in the exam?

• 50 minutes

• 40 minutes

• 30 minutes

• 20 minutes

How many ideas must be included in the essay?

• Four

• Three

• Two

• One

Which of the following is NOT one of the four criteria used by examiners?

• Language

• Content

• Creativity

• Organization

What is crucial to ensure when writing about the content?

• Using complex words

• Staying relevant to the task

• Writing in a humorous tone

• Including personal anecdotes

What does communicative achievement focus on?

• The number of paragraphs

• The length of the essay

• The appropriateness of the writing style

• The use of idioms

How should an essay be organized?

• In five paragraphs

• In a single paragraph

• In two paragraphs

• In three paragraphs

Why is planning important before writing the essay?

• To impress the examiner

• To ensure a logical structure

• To memorize the essay

• To use more words

What role do linkers play in an essay?

• They make the essay informal

• They increase word count

• They organize and structure the essay

• They add humor