Listening and speaking

Paper labels are an unofficial, independently authored grouping, applied only where a question's own format genuinely matches a real paper convention (such as IB Mathematics AA's non-calculator/calculator split). They do not reproduce any exam board's real paper numbering or mark allocation, and uncertain questions are labelled general practice instead.

• 1Transcript-based rehearsal: ‘The museum tour begins at ten, not at the main entrance as printed, but beside the café. Please bring your booking email.’ Which two details correct or add to the printed information? A: start time; B: meeting place; C: ticket price; D: guide's name.Paper 2 styleEasy2 marksNo calculator+
• 2Transcript-based rehearsal: ‘I nearly cancelled the hike when the forecast changed, but the clouds cleared just as we reached the valley. I was glad I had packed the waterproof jacket anyway.’ What was the speaker initially worried about, and how did the weather actually develop?Paper 2 styleEasy2 marksNo calculator+
• 3Speaking preparation: Give a short talk about a useful skill young people should learn outside school. Explain the skill, how it can be learned, and why it matters.Paper 3 style (extended)Medium4 marksNo calculator+
• 4Speaking preparation: ‘Public transport should be free for students.’ Discuss one benefit, one practical difficulty, and your overall view.Paper 3 style (extended)Medium4 marksNo calculator+