B2 Language Exam: Reading Comprehension

Reading Comprehension

Overview

• The B2 language exam tests candidates' ability to understand written texts in the target language.
• Reading comprehension accounts for approximately 25% of the total exam score.

Question Types

• Multiple-choice questions:
  • Choose the correct answer from a set of options.
  • Questions may ask about main ideas, supporting details, or the author's tone.
• Short-answer questions:
  • Candidates provide a brief answer to a specific question.
  • May require summarizing, identifying main ideas, or making inferences.

Strategies

• Skim and scan the text to identify the main idea and supporting details.
• Identify the question type and adjust reading strategy accordingly.
• Use context clues to understand unfamiliar vocabulary.

Vocabulary Building

Importance

• Vocabulary building is essential for success on the B2 language exam.
• A strong vocabulary helps candidates understand written and spoken language.

Strategies

• Learn prefix, suffix, and root words to decode unfamiliar vocabulary.
• Practice active recall through flashcards or vocabulary apps.
• Read extensively in the target language to improve vocabulary in context.

Focus Areas

• Common themes and topics on the B2 exam:
  • Education and work
  • Culture and leisure
  • Health and well-being
  • Environment and science
• Focus on learning vocabulary related to these themes to improve comprehension and vocabulary recognition.