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 follow clearly articulated speech directed at me in everyday conversation, though I sometimes
44 1 2 3 4 5
B1

have to ask for repetition of particular words and phrases.

I can generally follow the main points of extended discussion around me, provided speech is
50, 52 1 2 3 4 5
B1

clearly articulated in standard dialect.

I can catch the main points in TV programmes on familiar topics when the delivery is relatively
49 1 2 3 4 5
B1

slow and clear.

I can understand most radio documentaries delivered in standard language and can identify the
49 1 2 3 4 5
B2

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

I can follow the main ideas of complex speech on concrete and abstract topics in standard
49, 50 1 2 3 4 5
B2

dialect, including technical discussions on familiar topics.

Reading
I can understand the main points in short newspaper articles about current and familiar topics. 48 1 2 3 4 5
B1

I can guess the meaning of single unknown words from the context, thus deducing the meaning
45 1 2 3 4 5
B1

of expressions if the topic is familiar.

I can understand the most important information in short, simple information brochures. 48 1 2 3 4 5
B1

In private letters I can understand those parts dealing with events, feelings and wishes well
53 1 2 3 4 5
B1

enough to correspond regularly with a pen friend.

I can rapidly grasp the content and the significance of news, articles and reports on topics
45, 56 1 2 3 4 5
B2

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

I can read and understand articles and reports on current problems in which the writers express
45 1 2 3 4 5
B2

specific attitudes and points of view.

I can understand in detail texts within my field of interest or the area of my academic speciality. 45 1 2 3 4 5
B2 B2

I can read letters on topics within my areas of interest and grasp the most important points. 53 1 2 3 4 5

Speaking: Spoken Interaction

I can start, maintain and close simple conversations on topics that are familiar or of personal
44, 52 1 2 3 4 5
B1

interest.
I can maintain a conversation or discussion but may sometimes have difficulty when trying to be
45 1 2 3 4 5
B1

very specific.
I can give or seek personal views and opinions in an informal discussion with friends. 45, 47, 52 1 2 3 4 5
B1 B1

I can agree and disagree politely. 51, 52 1 2 3 4 5

I can exchange considerable quantities of detailed factual information on matters within my fields
50 1 2 3 4 5
B2

of interest.
I can engage in extended conversation in a clearly participatory fashion on most general topics. 52 1 2 3 4 5
B2

I can account for and sustain my opinions in discussion by giving relevant explanations and
52 1 2 3 4 5
B2

arguments.
I can keep a discussion going, confirm comprehension and invite others to contribute. 52 1 2 3 4 5
B2

I can carry out a prepared interview, checking and confirming information and following up on
52, 56 1 2 3 4 5
B2

interesting replies.
Speaking: Spoken Production
I can explain and give reasons for my plans, intentions and actions. 51 1 2 3 4 5
B2 B1 B1

I can paraphrase short written passages orally, using the original text wording and ordering. 45 1 2 3 4 5
I can construct a chain of reasoned argument, linking my ideas logically. 52 1 2 3 4 5
I can explain a viewpoint on a topical issue, giving the advantages and disadvantages of various
50 1 2 3 4 5
B2

options.
I can speculate about causes, consequences and hypothetical situations. 47 1 2 3 4 5
B2

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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
I can make a note of “favourite mistakes” and consciously monitor speech for them. 57 1 2 3 4 5
B2

Vocabulary: Language Quality

I can produce stretches of language with a fairly even tempo; although I can be hesitant as I search
47, 57 1 2 3 4 5
B1

for expressions, there are few noticeably long pauses.

I can pass on detailed information reliably. 44 1 2 3 4 5
B1 B1 B1

I have sufficient vocabulary to express myself on most general topics. 44, 47 1 2 3 4 5

I can communicate with reasonable accuracy and correct mistakes that have led to misunderstandings. 54, 55 1 2 3 4 5

Writing
I can write simple texts about experiences or events, for example about a trip. 53 1 2 3 4 5
B1

I can write personal letters to friends or acquaintances asking for or giving them news and
53, 57 1 2 3 4 5
B1

narrating events.
I can convey simple factual information to friends, or ask for information, via letters or e-mails. 53 1 2 3 4 5
B1

Study strategies: Action plan

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

I need to work on … 1. ____________________________________________________________________________________________

2. ____________________________________________________________________________________________
3. ____________________________________________________________________________________________

My personal action plan Date Completed

1. ________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________

2. ________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________

3. ________________________________________________________________________________
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