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Questions and Answers
What must candidates do before opening the question paper?
What must candidates do before opening the question paper?
- Wait for instruction to start. (correct)
- Review the answer sheet.
- Write answers in pen.
- Fill in their personal details first.
What is the maximum time allocated for completing the test?
What is the maximum time allocated for completing the test?
- 60 minutes
- 1 hour 30 minutes
- 1 hour 10 minutes (correct)
- 1 hour
How should candidates submit their answers at the end of the test?
How should candidates submit their answers at the end of the test?
- Both the question paper and the answer sheet (correct)
- Only the question paper
- An electronic copy of their answers
- Only the answer sheet
What scoring system is used for the reading questions?
What scoring system is used for the reading questions?
How many marks does the writing question carry?
How many marks does the writing question carry?
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Study Notes
Key English Test Overview
- Purpose: Tests candidates' reading and writing skills in English.
- Target Audience: Designed specifically for schools.
Test Structure
- Duration: 1 hour and 10 minutes.
- Sections:
- Reading: Questions 1 – 55, each carrying one mark.
- Writing: Question 56, carrying five marks.
Candidate Instructions
- Do not open the paper until instructed.
- Write personal details (name, centre number, candidate number) on the answer sheet.
- Read and follow instructions carefully for each section.
- Answer all questions.
- Use a pencil for answers.
- Complete the answer sheet within the specified time.
- At the end of the test, submit both the question paper and the answer sheet.
Test Information
- Marking: Reading questions total 55 marks, while the writing question totals an additional 5 marks.
- Test Code: 500/2416/4.
- Copyright: © UCLES 2014, indicating official ownership by Cambridge English.
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