A2 · KET

A2 Key for Schools
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Can understand simple written information and reasonably slow everyday speech, write short messages and take part in question-and-answer exchanges.

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01 · Level ability profile

Show the ability to understand basic information, complete practical reading and writing, and take part in simple communication.

ComprehensionPractical texts, contextual vocabulary and information matching
Writing and languageEmail, note and picture-story writing
Listening and speakingFollow everyday spoken material and sustain two-way questions

02 · Matching official exam format

ComponentDurationStructureFocus
Reading & Writing1 hour7 parts · 32 questionsPractical texts, comprehension and two short writing tasks
Listening30 min5 parts · 25 questionsAnnouncements, dialogues and reasonably slow everyday material
Speaking8–10 min per pair2 partsPersonal questions and collaborative discussion
Exam format follows the official Cambridge English guideView official page

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