• Difficulty level: A2 elementaryThe Key English Test is the easiest of the Cambridge exams.

• Who is it for?

Do this test if you want to know your studies have started well and you have a basic knowledge of reading, writing, speaking and listening.

• What is the KET test like?The test has three sections:

 

1. Reading & Writing - 70 minutes, 56 questions

2. Listening - 25 minutes

3. Speaking - 8-10 minutes

 

• There are two versions of the KET test:

 

1. KET

2. KET for Schools

 

Both versions have the same type of questions. The KET for schools test has content of interest to school-age learners.

 

• Score

The Reading, Writing, Listening & Speaking sections each count for 25% of the marks.

You will receive a Statement of Results.

If your performance ranges between CEFR Levels B1 and A1, you will also receive a certificate.
Pass with distinction (B1), Pass with Merit (A2), Pass (A2)

If you do not pass, but still do reasonably well you are issued an A1 certificate

• When can I take the test?

Arrange with your closest test centre. You can do the test in two formats. Paper-based or Computer-based. The KET can be taken approximately once a month.

 

• How much does it cost to take KET?

Fees are set by test centres. Expect to pay around €120 euros.

 

 

 

READING:

 

Questions 1-6

Which notice (A-H) says this (1-6)?

Click on the notice to select it.

 

 

1. People who saw a car drive into another car should call this number.  

 

 A   B   C   D 

 E   F   G   H 

 

1. You cannot let your dog run free here.  

 

 A   B   C   D 

 E   F   G   H 

 

 

1. Buses will not wait here.  

 

 A   B   C   D 

 E   F   G   H 

1. Check you have all your bags before you go.  

 

 A   B   C   D 

 E   F   G   H 

 

 

1. There are changes at the beginning of autumn.  

 

 A   B   C   D 

 E   F   G   H 

1. Trains will not run at the weekend.  

 

 A   B   C   D 

 E   F   G   H 

 

 

PART 2:

 

 

Read the sentences about cleaning the house. Choose the best word for each space.

 

 

 

Principio del formulario

1. Martina decided to ________ her house a spring clean.

 

 give       have       get     

 

1. First Martina _______ all her clothes away in the cupboard.

 

 put       cleaned       took     

 

1. She _______ all her old toys and games to a second hand shop.

 

 brought       got       took     

 

4  
She tidied _______ her books and papers.

 out       up       down      

 

1. She ________ some fresh flowers on the shelf.

 

 bought       got       put      

1. She put new ________ on the bed.

 

 curtains       carpets       blankets      

 

 

PART 3:

 

 

There are 5 questions in this quiz. Complete the conversations. Choose the correct answer.

 

1  

Would you like some more dessert?

 Enjoy your meal!
 It’s delicious!
 No thanks, I’m full.

2  

What time does it finish?

 I’m not sure
 It takes 15 minutes.
 On Thursday

3  

Would you like a cup of tea?

 I’d love one.
 Yes, I like tea.
 Sorry, I’m not.

4  

Are you looking forward to your holiday?

 Yes, I’m really excited about it.
 We’re going to China.
 Not to worry

5  

How often do you go hiking?

 Most weekends
 I go with three friends.
 We stay for a weekend.

 

 

Complete the conversation. What does Alex say to the man at the market?

Market worker:	Can I help you miss?
Alex:
Market worker:	Which ones do you want?
Alex:
Market worker:	They’re 78p a kilo.
Alex:
Market worker:	They’re a bit more expensive than the green ones. They’re 90p a kilo.
Alex:
Market worker:	Okay, here you are. Anything else?
Alex:
Market worker:	Sure.
Alex:
Market worker:	A kilo of apples and half a kilo of bananas – that’s one pound sixty eight please.