2. What is IELTS Life Skills A1 Test ?
IELTS Life Skills A1 test is for people who need
to prove their English speaking and listening
skills as part of a spouse visa UK.
3. WHAT IS CEFR A1 ?
(CEFR) The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) is
an international standard for describing language ability. It describes
language ability on a six-point scale, from A1 for beginners, up to C2 for
those who have mastered a language. This makes it easy for anyone
involved in language teaching and testing, such as teachers or learners, to
see the level of different qualifications. It also means that employers and
educational institutions can easily compare our qualifications to other
exams in their country.
4. MODULES & KEY FACTS
There are two modules.
Listening & Speaking
Life Skills test has two main parts. In the first
part of the test, you will be expected to ask
and answer questions on familiar topics. The
second part of the test is a combined Listening
and Speaking task.
5. KEY FACTS
CEFR level: A1,
Test format: Face to face
No. of papers: 1
Length: Around 20 minutes
6. SPEAKING TASK
The tasks in the test are based on everyday
subjects such as work, transport and the
weather, which reflect the experience of
communicating in an English-speaking
country. It is a single test covering speaking
and listening skills.
7. LISTENING TASK
All Life Skills test takers will be asked to complete a task
played on a CD. When you complete the task, you’ll be
assessed on your ability to listen for both the general
meaning and detail. You will say your answers, although you
can make notes on paper while you listen to the CD.
Following this task, you will be asked to discuss a theme
related to what you have listened to on the CD.
