First Certificate Practice Tests

Developed by experienced writers, the tests accurately reflect the coverage and level of the real examination. Each of the texts in Papers 1 and 3 has been taken from a different source, in order to include examples of the wide variety of text types that you may find in the actual examination.
Paper 1 Reading (1 hour 15 minutes).
In this paper, there are four parts and 35 questions in all. Reading texts are taken from a range of sources, including newspapers, magazines, leaflets, brochures, advertisements or books. Note that in Part 2 the text may also be taken from a short story, novel, biography or autobiography.
Paper 2 Writing (1 hour 30 minutes).
This paper has two parts of equal importance. Part 1 is a compulsory task for all candidates. In Part.
2. you must select one task from a choice of four. For each part, you will be expected to write between 120 and 180 words. making a total of between 240 and 360 words for the whole paper.
Paper 3 Use of English.
(1 hour 15 minutes).
In this paper, there are five parts and 65 questions in all, the texts are taken from a variety of sources, including newspapers and magazine artickles. Texts for Part 4 may also be letters, reports or stories andmay include the language of description or opinion.
Paper 4 Listening (about 44 minutas).
The liming test lasts approximately 35 minutes. You are then given 5 minutes to transfer your answers sheet.
There are 4 parts and 30 questions in all.
Paper 5 Speaking (about 14 minutes for two candidates).
Thispaper consists of 4 parts and the tasks focus on giving and exchanging information and opinions.