The A2 Key is a basic qualification that shows you can use English to communicate in simple situations. This exam corresponds to beginner level A2 on the CEFR scale, and indicates that you have made a good start in learning English.
The A2 Key for Schools version, whose themes are adapted to middle school students, also validates A2 level.
Once you’ve passed the test, you can opt for higher-level English exams, such as B1 Preliminary and B2 First.
Exam format
A2 Key is made up of three sections designed to test your English skills. The detailed composition of each part is shown below:
| Tests | Contents | Marks (% of total) |
Objective |
|---|---|---|---|
| Written comprehension and expression (1 hour) |
7 parts/ 32 questions |
50% | Be able to understand basic written information such as signatures, brochures, newspapers and magazines. |
| Listening comprehension (30 minutes, including 6-minute transition) |
5 parts/ 25 questions |
25% | Be able to understand recordings in which a person speaks slowly. |
| Oral expression (8-10 minutes per pair of candidates) |
2 parts | 25% | Be able to take part in a conversation by answering and asking simple questions. The oral test is organized face-to-face with one or two other candidates and two examiners. This makes the test more reliable and realistic. |
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