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Cutting Edge Third Edition is a communicative course with a task-based approach that helps
students to achieve their goals. The contextualised practice of grammar and vocabulary makes the
learning process more memorable and engaging. A wide range of contemporary topics and video
materials helps students discover English in the context of the modern world. Engaging texts, new
video content and a comprehensive digital package are just some of the features that make this
fully revised edition even more effective.

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Course Components
• Students’ Book with DVD
• Students’ Book with DVD & MyEnglishLab
• Workbook with Key & online audio
• Workbook without Key & online audio
• Teacher’s Book with Resource Disc
• ActiveTeach
• Class audio CDs
• Website: pearsonELT.com/cuttingedge
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The Global Scale of English and the

Common European Framework of Reference
The Global Scale of English is a standardised, granular scale from 10 to 90 which measures English
language proficiency. It is aligned with the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). Unlike
the CEFR, which describes proficiency in terms of broad levels, the Global Scale of English identifies
what a learner can do at each point on a more granular scale—and within a CEFR level. The scale is
designed to motivate learners by demonstrating incremental progress in their language ability. The
Global Scale of English forms the backbone for Pearson English course material and assessment.
CEFR and the Global Scale of English both comprise a number of Can Do statements, or “learning
objectives,” for each of the four language skills, describing what learners should be able to do at
different levels of proficiency. The learning objectives are written to reflect what a student ‘Can Do’
with language without regard to the context in which a language skill may surface. The GSE Learning
Objectives have been aligned to the CEFR, and many additional statements created, rated for difficulty,
and calibrated to the scale.
This document provides an overview of the learning objectives that are covered in each unit of the
course. As the learning objectives focus specifically on language skills, some learning objectives will be
repeated multiple times, a reflection of the fact that skills are built through practice in multiple contexts.
For each learning objective we indicate whether a statement is from the original CEFR or newly created
by Pearson English:
(C) Common European Framework descriptor, verbatim, © Council of Europe
(Ca)  Common European Framework descriptor, adapted or edited, © Council of Europe
(N2000) North (2000) descriptor, verbatim
(CJa) CEFR-J descriptor, adapted or edited
(Ea) Eiken descriptor, adapted or edited © Eiken Foundation of Japan
(N2000a) North (2000) descriptor, adapted or edited
(P) New Pearson English descriptor
(Wa) WIDA ELD Standards (2012), adapted or edited
[Note: If a value is in parentheses, it indicates the learning objective is still undergoing research and
validation, and therefore the value is a provisional estimate.]

Cutting Edge Third Edition is aligned with the Global Scale of English and the Common European
Framework of Reference. It takes learners from CEF <A1 to C1 (19-80 on the Global Scale of English).
Each lesson guides students to a ‘Can Do’ goal in line with the Global Scale of English and the Common
European Framework ‘Can Do’ statements.

10  20  30  40  50  60  70  80  90
Advanced
Upper Intermediate
Intermediate
Pre-intermediate
Elementary
Starter
CEFR <A1   A1  A2 + B1 + B2 + C1 C2
Learn about the Global Scale of English at www.english.com/gse
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UNIT 1 Your world

Grammar: Questions and short answers; Present simple and Present
continuous
Vocabulary: People around you; Everyday activities

SKILL LEARNING OBJECTIVE GSE CEFR PAGE(S)

Listening Can identify key details in a simple recorded
dialogue or narrative. (P) 39 A2+ (36-42) 6, 8
Can follow the main points in TV programmes on
familiar topics if delivered in clear standard speech. (Ca) 51 B1+ (51-58) 15
Can understand the main points of narratives and
conversations about familiar topics (e.g. work,
leisure) delivered in clear standard speech. (Ca) 47 B1 (43-50) 12–13
Reading Can scan short texts to locate specific information. (P) 44 B1 (43-50) 10
Can skim a short text to identify its main purpose. (P) 45 B1 (43-50) 12–13
Can generally understand details of events, feelings
and wishes in letters, emails and online postings. (Ca) 51 B1+ (51-58) 14
Speaking Can ask closed questions to check facts and details. (P) 46 B1 (43-50) 6
Can ask and answer simple questions in areas of
immediate need or on very familiar topics. (Ca) 25 A1 (22-29) 7, 8
Can give brief reasons and explanations, using
simple language. (P) 45 B1 (43-50) 8
Can ask and answer simple questions about people
they know in a limited way. (Ca) 28 A1 (22-29) 9
Can give an extended description of everyday topics
(e.g. people, places, experiences). (N2000a) 38 A2+ (36-42) 9
Can summarise and comment on a short story or
article and answer questions in detail. (Ca) 56 B1+ (51-58) 10
Can give or seek personal views and opinions in
discussing topics of interest. (C) 46 B1 (43-50) 10
Can ask someone about their hobbies and activities
using simple language. (P) 31 A2 (30-35) 11
Can report factual information given by other
people. (P) 56 B1+ (51-58) 12–13
Can initiate, maintain and close simple, face-to-face
conversations on familiar topics. (Ca) 46 B1 (43-50) 15
Can use a basic repertoire of conversation strategies
to maintain a discussion. (Ca) 53 B1+ (51-58) 15
Can show interest in conversation using fixed
expressions. (P) 41 A2+ (36-42) 15
Writing Can write short, simple notes, emails and messages
relating to everyday matters. (Ca) 38 A2+ (36-42) 14
Can use appropriate openings and endings in simple
informal emails. (P) 40 A2+ (36-42) 14
Can write simple informal emails/letters and online
postings giving news or opinions. (P) 46 B1 (43-50) 14
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UNIT 2 Memory
Grammar: Past simple and Past continuous; used to and would
Vocabulary: Childhood and upbringing; Remembering and forgetting

SKILL LEARNING OBJECTIVE GSE CEFR PAGE(S)

Listening Can recognise phrases and content words related to
familiar topics (e.g. shopping, local geography). (C) 31 A2 (30-35) 18
Can understand the main points of narratives and
conversations about familiar topics (e.g. work,
leisure) delivered in clear standard speech. (Ca) 47 B1 (43-50) 20, 22
Can identify the main point of TV news items
reporting events, accidents, etc. where the visual
supports the commentary. (C) 49 B1 (43-50) 24
Reading Can identify the main topic and related ideas in a
structured text. (P) 49 B1 (43-50) 16–17
Can generally understand straightforward factual
texts on familiar topics. (Ca) 46 B1 (43-50) 17
Can search the internet for specific everyday or
work-related information. (P) 44 B1 (43-50) 25
Speaking Can give or seek personal views and opinions in
discussing topics of interest. (C) 46 B1 (43-50) 17
Can ask and answer questions about past times and
past activities. (C) 40 A2+ (36-42) 18–19, 21
Can give detailed accounts of experiences,
describing feelings and reactions. (C) 49 B1 (43-50) 20
Can describe future plans and intentions using fixed
expressions. (P) 43 B1 (43-50) 20
Can narrate a story. (C) 45 B1 (43-50) 23
Can discuss the main points of news stories about
familiar topics. (CJa) 52 B1+ (51-58) 25
Writing Can write descriptions of past events, activities, or
personal experiences. (P) 47 B1 (43-50) 21, 23
Can write simple texts giving key information about
their culture (e.g. food, national holidays, festivals). (P) 43 B1 (43-50) 25
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UNIT 3 Across the globe

Grammar: Comparatives and superlatives; Different ways of comparing
Vocabulary: Features and sights; Adjectives for describing places

SKILL LEARNING OBJECTIVE GSE CEFR PAGE(S)

Listening Can get the gist of explanations of unfamiliar cultural
practices and customs, if delivered slowly and
clearly. (CJa) 48 B1 (43-50) 32
Can follow the main points of short talks on familiar
topics if delivered in clear standard speech. (Ca) 45 B1 (43-50) 32
Reading Can scan short texts to locate specific information. (P) 44 B1 (43-50) 28–29
Can derive the probable meaning of simple
unknown words from short, familiar contexts. (Ca) 46 B1 (43-50) 28–29
Speaking Can make simple, direct comparisons between two
people or things using common adjectives. (P) 37 A2+ (36-42) 27
Can express opinions and react to practical
suggestions of where to go, what to do, etc. (Ca) 51 B1+ (51-58) 28–29
Can make simple recommendations for a course of
action in familiar everyday situations. (P) 45 B1 (43-50) 28–29, 33
Can compare and contrast situations in some detail
and speculate about the reasons for the current
situation. (P) 64 B2 (59-66) 31
Can deal with common situations when making
travel arrangements or travelling. (Ca) 45 B1 (43-50) 34
Writing Can make simple comparisons between people,
places or things. (P) 36 A2+ (36-42) 27
Can write about personal experiences in a diary or
online posting, given a model. (P) 44 B1 (43-50) 35
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UNIT 4 Real lives

Ggrammar: Present perfect and Past simple; Present perfect simple and
Present perfect continuous
Vocabulary: Life events; Personal qualities

SKILL LEARNING OBJECTIVE GSE CEFR PAGE(S)

Listening Can follow the main points of short talks on familiar
topics if delivered in clear standard speech. (Ca) 45 B1 (43-50) 36, 42
Can understand a large part of many TV
programmes on familiar topics. (Ca) 58 B1+ (51-58) 44
Can identify a simple chronological sequence in a
recorded narrative or dialogue. (P) 43 B1 (43-50) 45
Reading Can scan short texts to locate specific information.
(P) 44 B1 (43-50) 38
Can make simple inferences based on information
given in a short article. (P) 51 B1+ (51-58) 38
Can generally understand straightforward factual
texts on familiar topics. (Ca) 46 B1 (43-50) 38
Can derive the probable meaning of simple
unknown words from short, familiar contexts. (Ca) 46 B1 (43-50) 39
Can search the internet for specific everyday or
work-related information. (P) 44 B1 (43-50) 45
Speaking Can give detailed accounts of experiences,
describing feelings and reactions. (C) 49 B1 (43-50) 37, 41
Can express opinions using simple language. (P) 45 B1 (43-50) 38
Can express belief, opinion, agreement and
disagreement politely. (C) 45 B1 (43-50) 39
Can give simple reasons to justify a viewpoint on a
familiar topic. (P) 50 B1 (43-50) 43
Writing Can write detailed descriptions of real or imaginary
people. (P) 59 B2 (59-66) 43
Can write short, simple biographies about real or
imaginary people. (Ca) 51 B1+ (51-58) 45
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UNIT 5 Go for it!

Grammar: Future forms; Future clauses with if, when, unless, etc.
Vocabulary: Word families; Work

SKILL LEARNING OBJECTIVE GSE CEFR PAGE(S)

Listening Can recognise a speaker’s feelings or attitudes. (P) 50 B1 (43-50) 51
Can follow the main points of short talks on familiar
topics if delivered in clear standard speech. (Ca) 45 B1 (43-50) 53
Reading Can identify key information in an extended text or
article. (P) 57 B1+ (51-58) 46
Can understand simple questions in questionnaires
on familiar topics. (P) 31 A2 (30-35) 48
Can scan short texts to locate specific
information. (P) 44 B1 (43-50) 52–53
Can compare a resume/CV against a job posting to
determine if key requirements have been met. (P) 54 B1+ (51-58) 54–55
Speaking Can express belief, opinion, agreement and
disagreement politely. (C) 45 B1 (43-50) 47
Can give simple reasons to justify a viewpoint on a
familiar topic. (P) 50 B1 (43-50) 46–47, 53
Can enter unprepared into conversation on familiar
topics (e.g. family, hobbies, work). (Ca) 47 B1 (43-50) 49
Can briefly give reasons and explanations for
opinions, plans and actions. (C) 51 B1+ (51-58) 51
Can leave phone messages containing detailed
information. (P) 54 B1+ (51-58) 55
Writing Can write a description of a future event or
activity. (P) 46 B1 (43-50) 49
Can write a basic letter of application with limited
supporting details. (P) 48 B1 (43-50) 54–55
Can write a resume/CV with basic information about
educational and work history. (P) 45 B1 (43-50) 54–55
Can take messages, communicate enquiries and
explain problems. (Ca) 53 B1+ (51-58) 55
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UNIT 6 True stories

Grammar: Past perfect; Reported speech
Vocabulary: say and tell; Adverbs for telling stories

SKILL LEARNING OBJECTIVE GSE CEFR PAGE(S)

Listening Can understand the main points of narratives and
conversations about familiar topics (e.g. work,
leisure) delivered in clear standard speech. (Ca) 47 B1 (43-50) 62–63
Can listen to a short narrative and predict what will
happen next. (N2000) 43 B1 (43-50) 63
Can identify the main point of TV news items
reporting events, accidents, etc. where the visual
supports the commentary. (C) 49 B1 (43-50) 64
Reading Can scan short texts to locate specific
information. (P) 44 B1 (43-50) 56
Can follow chronological sequence in a formal
structured text. (P) 52 B1+ (51-58) 57, 60
Can make basic inferences or predictions about text
content from headings, titles or headlines. (P) 43 B1 (43-50) 58, 60
Can search the internet for specific everyday or
work-related information. (P) 44 B1 (43-50) 65
Speaking Can discuss films, books or plays in simple terms,
using fixed expressions. (P) 50 B1 (43-50) 56
Can express opinions using simple language. (P) 45 B1 (43-50) 57
Can report factual information given by other
people. (P) 56 B1+ (51-58) 59
Can summarise and comment on a short story or
article and answer questions in detail. (Ca) 56 B1+ (51-58) 60–61
Can narrate a story. (C) 45 B1 (43-50) 63
Can discuss the main points of news stories about
familiar topics. (CJa) 52 B1+ (51-58) 65
Writing Can write a story with a simple linear sequence. (Ca) 45 B1 (43-50) 57, 63
Can develop a clear written description or narrative
with relevant supporting detail and examples. (Ca) 65 B2 (59-66) 63
Can use common connectors to tell a story or
describe an event in writing. (Ca) 51 B1+ (51-58) 65
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UNIT 7 Must see!

Grammar: -ed/-ing adjectives; The passive
Vocabulary: Entertainment and television; Extreme adjectives

SKILL LEARNING OBJECTIVE GSE CEFR PAGE(S)

Listening Can follow everyday conversation, with some
repetition of particular words and phrases. (P) 44 B1 (43-50) 72
Can extract key factual information from a phone
conversation on a familiar topic. (P) 46 B1 (43-50) 75
Reading Can make basic inferences or predictions about text
content from headings, titles or headlines. (P) 43 B1 (43-50) 70
Can make simple inferences based on information
given in a short article. (P) 51 B1+ (51-58) 70
Can derive the probable meaning of simple
unknown words from short, familiar contexts. (Ca) 46 B1 (43-50) 70
Speaking Can discuss films, books or plays in simple terms,
using fixed expressions. (P) 50 B1 (43-50) 66, 68
Can give or seek personal views and opinions in
discussing topics of interest. (C) 46 B1 (43-50) 66
Can express and respond to feelings (e.g. surprise,
happiness, interest, indifference). (C) 51 B1+ (51-58) 67
Can express their thoughts in some detail on
cultural topics (e.g. music, films). (Ca) 55 B1+ (51-58) 70, 72
Can relate the plot of a book or film and describe
their reactions. (C) 50 B1 (43-50) 73
Can make excuses using a range of polite forms. (P) 54 B1+ (51-58) 75
Can express opinions and react to practical
suggestions of where to go, what to do, etc. (Ca) 51 B1+ (51-58) 75
Can make an invitation including information about
the time and location. (P) 37 A2+ (36-42) 75
Can decline offers politely using a range of formal
and informal expressions. (P) 56 B1+ (51-58) 75
Writing Can write a simple review of a film, book or TV
programme using a limited range of language. (P) 52 B1+ (51-58) 74
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UNIT 8 Social life

Grammar: Polite requests; will and shall for instant responses
Vocabulary: Social behaviour; Talking about norms and customs

SKILL LEARNING OBJECTIVE GSE CEFR PAGE(S)

Listening Can generally follow changes of topic in discussions
related to their field if conducted slowly and
clearly. (Ca) 49 B1 (43-50) 80, 82
Can follow the main points in TV programmes
on familiar topics if delivered in clear standard
speech. (Ca) 51 B1+ (51-58) 84
Reading Can identify key information in an extended text or
article. (P) 57 B1+ (51-58) 77
Can make simple inferences based on information
given in a short article. (P) 51 B1+ (51-58) 77
Can derive the probable meaning of simple
unknown words from short, familiar contexts. (Ca) 46 B1 (43-50) 77
Can search the internet for specific everyday or
work-related information. (P) 44 B1 (43-50) 85
Speaking Can make requests related to immediate needs
using basic fixed expressions. (P) 30 A2 (30-35) 78–79
Can express opinions and react to practical
suggestions of where to go, what to do, etc. (Ca) 51 B1+ (51-58) 79
Can describe future plans and intentions using fixed
expressions. (P) 43 B1 (43-50) 79
Can express belief, opinion, agreement and
disagreement politely. (C) 45 B1 (43-50) 80
Can make simple recommendations for a course of
action in familar everyday situations. (P) 45 B1 (43-50) 83
Writing Can give advice, including reasons. (P) 61 B2 (59-66) 83
Can summarise factual information within their field
of interest. (Ca) 57 B1+ (51-58) 85
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UNIT 9 Stuff!
Grammar: Defining relative clauses; Quantifiers
Vocabulary: How gadgets work; Describing everyday objects

SKILL LEARNING OBJECTIVE GSE CEFR PAGE(S)

Listening Can identify objects, places or people from short
spoken descriptions. (Wa) 32 A2 (30-35) 89
Can identify a simple chronological sequence in a
recorded narrative or dialogue. (P) 43 B1 (43-50) 89
Can identify key details in a simple recorded
dialogue or narrative. (P) 39 A2+ (36-42) 90
Reading Can derive the probable meaning of simple 86–87,
unknown words from short, familiar contexts. (Ca) 46 B1 (43-50) 92–93
Can use a monolingual dictionary to check the
meaning of words without needing to refer to a
bilingual dictionary. (P) 59 B2 (59-66) 88
Speaking Can discuss everyday, practical issues when the
conversation is conducted slowly and clearly. (Ca) 49 B1 (43-50) 86
Can summarise and comment on a short story or
article and answer questions in detail. (Ca) 56 B1+ (51-58) 86–87
Can discuss the main points of news stories about
familiar topics. (CJa) 52 B1+ (51-58) 86–87
Can define the features of something concrete for
which they can’t remember the word. (C) 53 B1+ (51-58) 88
Can describe objects, possessions and products
in detail, including their characteristics and special 89, 91,
features. (P) 59 B2 (59-66) 92–93
Can use a range of language to make detailed
comparisons of quantities. (P) 61 B2 (59-66) 91
Can describe what they are looking for when
shopping. (Ea) 44 B1 (43-50) 94
Writing Can write very simple personal emails/letters
expressing thanks and apology. (Ca) 38 A2+ (36-42) 95
Can write a formal email/letter of thanks or apology
with appropriate conventions. (P) 59 B2 (59-66) 95
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UNIT 10 Society and change

Grammar: Making predictions; Hypothetical possibilities with if
Vocabulary: Numbers and statistics; Society and change; Society and social
issues

SKILL LEARNING OBJECTIVE GSE CEFR PAGE(S)

Listening Can understand the main points of narratives and
conversations about familiar topics (e.g. work,
leisure) delivered in clear standard speech. (Ca) 47 B1 (43-50) 98, 102
Can understand the key points about a radio
programme on a familiar topic. (P) 53 B1+ (51-58) 99
Can follow the main points in TV programmes
on familiar topics if delivered in clear standard
speech. (Ca) 51 B1+ (51-58) 104
Reading Can generally understand straightforward factual
texts on familiar topics. (Ca) 46 B1 (43-50) 96–97
Can search the internet for specific everyday or
work-related information. (P) 44 B1 (43-50) 105
Speaking Can express hopes for the future using a range of
fixed expressions. (CJa) 51 B1+ (51-58) 97
Can use a range of language to make detailed
comparisons of quantities. (P) 61 B2 (59-66) 97
Can make simple predictions about the future. (P) 42 A2+ (36-42) 99
Can express their opinions in discussions on
contemporary social issues and current affairs. (Ea) 61 B2 (59-66) 99
Can speculate about causes, consequences or
hypothetical situations. (N2000) 64 B2 (59-66) 101
Can briefly give reasons and explanations for
opinions, plans and actions. (C) 51 B1+ (51-58) 103
Can summarise and give opinions on issues and
stories and answer questions in detail. (Ca) 56 B1+ (51-58) 105
Writing Can summarise factual information within their field
of interest. (Ca) 57 B1+ (51-58) 105
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UNIT 11 Rules
Grammar: Obligation and permission in the present; Obligation and
permission in the past
Vocabulary: Linking words; Crime and punishment

SKILL LEARNING OBJECTIVE GSE CEFR PAGE(S)

Listening Can understand the main points of narratives and
conversations about familiar topics (e.g. work,
leisure) delivered in clear standard speech. (Ca) 47 B1 (43-50) 106
Can extract the meaning of unknown words from
context if the topic discussed is familiar. (Ca) 57 B1+ (51-58) 112–113
Reading Can scan short texts to locate specific information. (P) 44 B1 (43-50) 108
Can derive the probable meaning of simple
unknown words from short, familiar contexts. (Ca) 46 B1 (43-50) 110
Can generally understand details of events, feelings
and wishes in letters, emails and online postings. (Ca) 51 B1+ (51-58) 112
Can make simple inferences based on information
given in a short article. (P) 51 B1+ (51-58) 115
Speaking Can express belief, opinion, agreement and
disagreement politely. (C) 45 B1 (43-50) 106
Can talk about possibilities in the past with
precision. (P) 60 B2 (59-66) 111
Can summarise and give opinions on issues and
stories and answer questions in detail. (Ca) 56 B1+ (51-58) 114
Can respond to opinions expressed by others. (Wa) 53 B1+ (51-58) 114
Writing Can write simple structured essays, organising basic
ideas. (P) 53 B1+ (51-58) 115
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UNIT 12 Your choice

Grammar: could have, should have, would have; Hypothetical situations in the
past with if
Vocabulary: Problems and solutions

SKILL LEARNING OBJECTIVE GSE CEFR PAGE(S)

Listening Can follow the main points of short talks on familiar
topics if delivered in clear standard speech. (Ca) 45 B1 (43-50) 118
Can follow the main points in TV programmes
on familiar topics if delivered in clear standard
speech. (Ca) 51 B1+ (51-58) 124
Reading Can derive the probable meaning of simple
unknown words from short, familiar contexts. (Ca) 46 B1 (43-50) 120
Can make basic inferences or predictions about text 120–121,
content from headings, titles or headlines. (P) 43 B1 (43-50) 122–123
Can generally understand straightforward factual
texts on familiar topics. (Ca) 46 B1 (43-50) 120–121
Can search the internet for specific everyday or
work-related information. (P) 44 B1 (43-50) 125
Speaking Can give detailed accounts of experiences,
describing feelings and reactions. (C) 49 B1 (43-50) 116–117
Can talk about possibilities in the past with 117,
precision. (P) 60 B2 (59-66) 118–19
Can briefly give reasons and explanations for
opinions, plans and actions. (C) 51 B1+ (51-58) 120
Can summarise and give opinions on issues and
stories and answer questions in detail. (Ca) 56 B1+ (51-58) 120–121
Can report factual information given by other
people. (P) 56 B1+ (51-58) 122–123
Can express opinions as regards possible solutions,
giving brief reasons and explanations. (Ca) 51 B1+ (51-58) 122–123
Writing Can show a basic direct relationship between a
simple problem and a solution. (P) 46 B1 (43-50) 120
Can clearly signal problem and solution relationships
in structured text. (P) 62 B2 (59-66) 120
Can write personal emails/letters giving advice. (P) 50 B1 (43-50) 123
Can collate short pieces of information and
summarise them for somebody else. (Ca) 58 B1+ (51-58) 125
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