CEFR Checklist B1+ Unit

KEY
Circle a score (1–5) for each competence covered
in your Student’s Book. Use the key to help you.
Are there any areas where you might need
more practice?
1 = I can do this with a lot of help from my teacher.
2 = I can do this with a little help.
3 = I can do this fairly well.
4 = I can do this really well.
5 = I can do this almost perfectly.

Competence page your score

Listening
I can follow clearly articulated speech directed at me in everyday conversation, though I sometimes
6 1 2 3 4 5
B1

have to ask for repetition of particular words and phrases.

I can generally follow the main points of extended discussion around me, provided speech is
6 1 2 3 4 5
B1

clearly articulated in standard dialect.

I can catch the main points in TV programmes on familiar topics when the delivery is relatively
11 1 2 3 4 5
B1

slow and clear.

I can understand what is said to me in standard spoken language even in a noisy environment. 11 1 2 3 4 5
B2

I can understand documentaries, live interviews, talk shows and the majority of films in standard
11 1 2 3 4 5
B2

dialect.
I can use a variety of strategies to achieve comprehension, including listening for main points and
11 1 2 3 4 5
B2

checking understanding.

Reading
I can understand the main points in short newspaper articles about current and familiar topics. 10 1 2 3 4 5
B1

I can read columns or interviews in newspapers and magazines in which someone discusses a
7, 10 1 2 3 4 5
B1

current topic or event and understand the overall meaning of the text.
I can guess the meaning of single unknown words from the context, thus deducing the meaning
7 1 2 3 4 5
B1

of expressions if the topic is familiar.

I can skim short texts (for example news summaries) and find relevant facts and information (for
10, 15 1 2 3 4 5
B1

example, who has done what and where).

I can rapidly grasp the content and the significance of news, articles and reports on topics
7 1 2 3 4 5
B2

connected with my interests, and decide if a closer reading is worthwhile.

I can read and understand articles and reports on current problems in which the writers express
10 1 2 3 4 5
B2

specific attitudes and points of view.

I can understand in detail texts within my field of interest or the area of my academic speciality. 7 1 2 3 4 5
B2

I can read reviews dealing with the content and criticism of cultural topics (films, theatre, books,
10 1 2 3 4 5
B2

concerts) and summarise the main points.

I can read letters on topics within my areas of interest and grasp the most important points. 15 1 2 3 4 5
B2

Speaking: Spoken Interaction

I can maintain a conversation or discussion but may sometimes have difficulty when trying to be
7 1 2 3 4 5
B1

very specific.
I can give or seek personal views and opinions in an informal discussion with friends. 7, 13 1 2 3 4 5
B2 B1

I can initiate, maintain and end discourse naturally with effective turn-taking. 14 1 2 3 4 5
I can exchange considerable quantities of detailed factual information on matters within my fields
14 1 2 3 4 5
B2

of interest.
I can engage in extended conversation in a clearly participatory fashion on most general topics. 11 1 2 3 4 5
B2

I can carry out a prepared interview, checking and confirming information and following up on
13 1 2 3 4 5
B2

interesting replies.
Speaking: Spoken Production
I can construct a chain of reasoned argument, linking my ideas logically. 10 1 2 3 4 5
B2

Speaking: Strategies
I can repeat back part of what someone has said to confirm that we understand each other. 14 1 2 3 4 5
B2 B2

When I can’t think of the word I want, I can use a simple word meaning something similar. 9, 14 1 2 3 4 5

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CEFR Checklist B1+ Unit

KEY
Circle a score (1–5) for each competence covered 1 = I can do this with a lot of help from my teacher.
in your Student’s Book. Use the key to help you. 2 = I can do this with a little help.
Are there any areas where you might need 3 = I can do this fairly well.
more practice? 4 = I can do this really well.
5 = I can do this almost perfectly.

Vocabulary: Language Quality

I can convey simple information of immediate relevance, getting across which point I feel is most
6 1 2 3 4 5
B1

important.
I can express myself reasonably accurately in familiar, predictable situations. 6, 9 1 2 3 4 5
B2 B2 B1

I can pass on detailed information reliably. 9 1 2 3 4 5

I have sufficient vocabulary to express myself on most general topics. 6, 9, 17 1 2 3 4 5

Writing
I can write simple connected texts on a range of topics within my field of interest and can express
15 1 2 3 4 5
B1

personal views and opinions.

I can write personal letters to friends or acquaintances asking for or giving them news and
15 1 2 3 4 5
B1

narrating events.
In a letter I can express feelings such as happiness, interest, regret and sympathy. 15 1 2 3 4 5
B1 B1

I can convey simple factual information to friends, or ask for information, via letters or e-mails. 15 1 2 3 4 5

Study strategies: Action plan

I am confident that I can … 1. ____________________________________________________________________________________________
2. ____________________________________________________________________________________________
3. ____________________________________________________________________________________________

I need to work on … 1. ____________________________________________________________________________________________

2. ____________________________________________________________________________________________
3. ____________________________________________________________________________________________

My personal action plan Date Completed

1. ________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________

2. ________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________

3. ________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________

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