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How you prepare for your Cambridge exam with Preptiviti

From choosing your exam to knowing whether you are ready to pass. All in your browser.

1Get started

Choose your exam and your plan

Choose the exam you want to prepare for and the plan that fits your exam date. If you don’t know which one is right for you, take the free level test first.

Which exam are you preparing for?
A2A2 KeyB1B1 PreliminaryB2B2 First C1C1 Advanced?I don’t know yet
2Know your starting point

Find out where you are before you start

Take the free level test to find out which exam suits you. If you already know which one you want to prepare for, you can skip it.

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Your estimated levelB2 First
Recommended examB2 First
Main area to improveUse of English
Reading165
Use of English147
Listening157
3Individual Practice

Practise part by part and learn from every mistake

Choose the part of the exam you want to work on and practise at your own pace. Every question comes with a detailed explanation, so you understand your mistakes and learn from them.

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Individual Practice · Reading Part 1Question 4 of 8

I'm really looking ___ to going there next month.

AaheadBforwardCfurtherDonwards
Why B? We use the expression look forward to when we are excited about something that is going to happen. It is followed by a noun or an -ing form: look forward to (going somewhere).
4Simulation Mode

Take a full exam in real conditions

Practise every part with the official timing and no help. Get familiar with the digital format before exam day.

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B2 Simulation Exam 01
R & UoE
71 of 75 min
Writing
74 of 80 min
Listening
38 of 40 min
SpeakingNext
14 min
Start Speaking · 14 min
5Marking

Your Writing and Speaking, marked in minutes

Get a score for each criterion and detailed feedback on what you did well and what you can improve.

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Writing · Part 1 Essay16/20
Content4/5
Communicative Achievement4/5
Organisation3/5
Language5/5
Organisation 3/5. Your ideas are clear, but the final paragraph needs a stronger connection to the previous point. Try using however or on the other hand to show the contrast.
6Results

Know where you are. And what you need to pass.

See your score in each skill, track your progress and find out where to focus your practice.

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My ResultsB2 First
Overall score1555 points to pass
Reading165+2
Use of English147+12
Writing152+8
Listening157+5
Speaking154+3
Next best stepFocus on Use of English
Why Preptiviti

Everything you need to prepare

Content for a complete preparation

The equivalent of 11 full exams per level, soon growing to 20.

3 ways to practise

Individual Practice · Trainer Mode · Simulation Mode

Unlimited attempts

Repeat the exercises as many times as you need.

An explanation for every answer

Understand why you got it wrong and learn from every mistake.

Frequently asked questions

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What is the difference between Individual Practice, Trainer Mode and Simulation Mode?

In Individual Practice you go straight to the parts you want to work on. In Trainer Mode you take a full exam with tips and strategies as you practise. In Simulation Mode you take a full simulation with the official timing and no help.

How are Writing and Speaking marked?

Scores are generated automatically by a specialised AI model, developed specifically for each exam and based on its assessment criteria. Our academic team carries out regular audits to check the accuracy of the assessments and maintain the quality of the feedback.

Can I use Preptiviti on any device?

Yes. You can use it on a computer, tablet or phone. For the best experience, we recommend a computer or tablet. Many of the exercises also work well on a phone, although some are designed for larger screens.

Can I use Preptiviti if I also go to a language school?

Yes. You can use Preptiviti to study on your own or alongside your classes. If your school uses Preptiviti, your teacher can also set you tasks and track your progress.

How far are you from a pass?

Find out your strengths, spot what you need to work on and practise at your own pace.

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