B2 FIRST (FCE) – WRITING PLACEMENT TEST

PART 1 – ESSAY

INSTRUCTIONS

Read the task carefully before you begin.

1. Write an essay answering the question in the task.

2. Discuss TWO of the three points provided.

3. Explain your ideas clearly and give reasons and examples to support them.

4. Make it clear which of the two points is more important and explain why.

5. Organise your writing into clear paragraphs.

6. Use an appropriate formal style for an essay.

7. Write 140–190 words.

8. You have approximately 40 minutes to complete the task.

9. Before finishing, check your writing carefully for grammar, vocabulary, spelling, punctuation, and organisation.

Important: This is a placement test. Write independently and do your best. Do not use a translator, dictionary, AI tool, or other assistance.