CEFR Checklist B1+ Unit

KEY
Circle a score (1–5) for each competence covered 1 = I can do this with a lot of help from my teacher.
in your Student’s Book. Use the key to help you. 2 = I can do this with a little help.
Are there any areas where you might need 3 = I can do this fairly well.
more practice? 4 = I can do this really well.
5 = I can do this almost perfectly.

Competence page your score

Listening
I can generally follow the main points of extended discussion around me, provided speech is
90 1 2 3 4 5
B1

clearly articulated in standard dialect.

I can understand the main points of radio news bulletins and simpler recorded material on topics
89 1 2 3 4 5
B1

of personal interest delivered relatively slowly and clearly.

I can catch the main points in TV programmes on familiar topics when the delivery is relatively
89 1 2 3 4 5
B1

slow and clear.

I can follow a lecture or talk, provided the subject matter is familiar and clearly structured. 90 1 2 3 4 5
B2

I can understand most radio documentaries delivered in standard language and can identify the
90 1 2 3 4 5
B2

speaker’s mood, tone etc. by using contextual clues.

I can use a variety of strategies to achieve comprehension, including listening for main points and
89 1 2 3 4 5
B2

checking understanding.

Reading
I can understand the main points in short newspaper articles about current and familiar topics. 91 1 2 3 4 5
B1

I can guess the meaning of single unknown words from the context, thus deducing the meaning
85 1 2 3 4 5
B1

of expressions if the topic is familiar.

I can skim short texts (for example news summaries) and find relevant facts and information (for
88, 89 1 2 3 4 5
B1

example, who has done what and where).

I can understand simple messages and standard letters (for example, from businesses, clubs or
93 1 2 3 4 5
B1

authorities).
I can rapidly grasp the content and the significance of news, articles and reports on topics
85 1 2 3 4 5
B2

connected with my interests, and decide if a closer reading is worthwhile.

I can understand in detail texts within my field of interest or the area of my academic speciality. 85 1 2 3 4 5
B2

I can understand specialised articles on unfamiliar topics if I can occasionally check with a
88 1 2 3 4 5
B2

dictionary.
I can read reviews dealing with the content and criticism of cultural topics (films, theatre, books,
85, 93 1 2 3 4 5
B2

concerts) and summarise the main points.

Speaking: Spoken Interaction

I can start, maintain and close simple conversations on topics that are familiar or of personal
90 1 2 3 4 5
B1

interest.
I can maintain a conversation or discussion but may sometimes have difficulty when trying to be
90 1 2 3 4 5
B1

very specific.
I can give or seek personal views and opinions in an informal discussion with friends. 85, 87 1 2 3 4 5
B1 B1

I can agree and disagree politely. 84, 92 1 2 3 4 5

I can exchange considerable quantities of detailed factual information on matters within my fields
90 1 2 3 4 5
B2

of interest.
I can account for and sustain my opinions in discussion by giving relevant explanations and
92 1 2 3 4 5
B2

arguments.
I can keep a discussion going, confirm comprehension and invite others to contribute. 92 1 2 3 4 5
B2

I can carry out a prepared interview, checking and confirming information and following up on
87 1 2 3 4 5
B2

interesting replies.
Speaking: Spoken Production
I can give clear, detailed descriptions on a wide range of subjects related to my fields of interest. 92 1 2 3 4 5
B2 B2

I can construct a chain of reasoned argument, linking my ideas logically. 92 1 2 3 4 5

I can explain a viewpoint on a topical issue, giving the advantages and disadvantages of various
92 1 2 3 4 5
B2

options.

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CEFR Checklist B1+ Unit

KEY
Circle a score (1–5) for each competence covered 1 = I can do this with a lot of help from my teacher.
in your Student’s Book. Use the key to help you. 2 = I can do this with a little help.
Are there any areas where you might need 3 = I can do this fairly well.
more practice? 4 = I can do this really well.
5 = I can do this almost perfectly.

Speaking: Strategies
When I can’t think of the word I want, I can use a simple word meaning something similar. 84 1 2 3 4 5
B1

I can use standard phrases like “That’s a difficult question to answer” to gain time and keep the
92 1 2 3 4 5
B2

turn while formulating what to say.

Vocabulary: Language Quality

I can express myself reasonably accurately in familiar, predictable situations. 84 1 2 3 4 5
B1

I can produce stretches of language with a fairly even tempo; although I can be hesitant as I
90 1 2 3 4 5
B2

search for expressions, there are few noticeably long pauses.

I can pass on detailed information reliably. 87 1 2 3 4 5
B2 B2 B2

I have sufficient vocabulary to express myself on most general topics. 94, 95 1 2 3 4 5
I can communicate with reasonable accuracy and correct mistakes that have led to misunderstandings. 87 1 2 3 4 5

Writing
I can write clear and detailed texts (essays, reports or presentations) on various topics related to
89 1 2 3 4 5
B2

my interests.
I can develop an argument systematically in an essay, letter or report, emphasising decisive
93 1 2 3 4 5
B2

points and including supporting details.

Study strategies: Action plan

I am confident that I can … 1. ____________________________________________________________________________________________
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3. ____________________________________________________________________________________________

I need to work on … 1. ____________________________________________________________________________________________

2. ____________________________________________________________________________________________
3. ____________________________________________________________________________________________

My personal action plan Date Completed

1. ________________________________________________________________________________
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2. ________________________________________________________________________________
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3. ________________________________________________________________________________
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