young learners sample papers 2018 - Volume 1 - Pre A1 Starters Listening

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Sample papers for exams in 2018, Volume 1, outlining what the three Cambridge English qualifications look like for young learners aged 6–12: Pre A1 Starters, A1 Movers, and A2 Flyers. The materials describe alignment with the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) and focus on real-life communication skills. Included are detailed listening sample tests, such as question parts, instructions, timings, and example tasks like listening to identify names, numbers, animals, and colouring or drawing answers.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

FormatPDF

Pages98

Reading Time4 h 7 min

AccessFree to download

Contents

Pre A1 Starters

A1 Movers

A2 Flyers

About these sample papers

Listening sample tests

Download the audio files for the sample paper here

Pre A1 Starters Listening

Part 1

Part 2

Part 3

Part 4

C2 C1 B2 B1 A2 A1 Pre A1 Pre A1 Starters, A1 Movers and A2 Flyers Sample papers For exams from 2018 Volume 1 Contents | Pre A1 Starters | | | --- | --- | | Listening | 3 | | Marking key | 10 | | Tapescript | 11 | | Reading and Writing | 15 | | Marking key | 23 | | Speaking | 24 | | A1 Movers | | | Listening | 27 | | Marking key | 36 | | Tapescript | 37 | | Reading and Writing | 41 | | Marking key | 56 | | Speaking | 57 | | A2 Flyers | | Listening 61 Marking key 69 Tapescript 70 Reading and Writing 75 Marking key 89 Speaking 91 Introduction Pre A1 Starters, A1 Movers and A2 Flyers are designed specifically for young learners aged 6–12. They are fun, colourful and activity based, motivating children to learn. All three of the qualifications are aligned with the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) published by the Council of Europe, and demonstrate real-life communication skills. About these sample papers These sample papers show you what the three exams look like. When children know what to expect, they will feel more confident and prepared. Listening sample tests To download the Listening sample tests go to: Pre A1 Starters [cambridgeenglish.org/starters-audio-sample-v1](cambridgeenglish.org/starters-audio-sample-v1) A1 Movers [cambridgeenglish.org/movers-audio-sample-v1](cambridgeenglish.org/movers-audio-sample-v1) A2 Flyers [cambridgeenglish.org/flyers-audio-sample-v1](cambridgeenglish.org/flyers-audio-sample-v1) For more information about the exams and for more sample papers go to: [cambridgeenglish.org/starters](cambridgeenglish.org/starters) [cambridgeenglish.org/movers](cambridgeenglish.org/movers) [cambridgeenglish.org/flyers](cambridgeenglish.org/flyers) 2 Cambridge Assessment English Download the audio files for the sample paper here: [cambridgeenglish.org/starters-audio-sample-v1](cambridgeenglish.org/starters-audio-sample-v1) | Centre Number | | Candidate Number | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | Pre A1 Starters Listening There are 20 questions. You have 20 minutes. You will need a pen or pencil. My name is: .................................................................... Copyright © UCLES 2018 Pre A1 Starters Listening Pre A1 Starters 3 Pre A1 Starters Listening Part 1 – 5 questions – Listen and draw lines. There is one example. Sue Ann Lucy Nick Pat Jill Dan 4 Cambridge Assessment English Part 2 – 5 questions – Read the question. Listen and write a name or a number. There are two examples. Examples What is the new girl’s name? Kim .................................. How old is the new girl? 8 .................................. Pre A1 Starters 5 Pre A1 Starters Listening Pre A1 Starters Listening Questions 1 What is Kim’s family name? 2 Where does Kim live? 3 What number is Kim’s house? 4 What is the name of Kim’s horse? 5 How old is Kim’s horse? .................................. .................................. 6 Cambridge Assessment English Part 3 – 5 questions – Listen and tick () the box. There is one example. What animal has Alex got in his bedroom? A B C 1 Which picture are May and Sam looking at? A B C 2 What are Mrs Good’s class doing this afternoon? | | | | | --- | --- | --- | | A | | | | | | | |
| | | | --- | --- | --- | | B | | | | | | | Pre A1 Starters 7 Pre A1 Starters Listening Pre A1 Starters Listening 3 What is Mum’s favourite fruit? A B 4 Which dog is Anna’s? A B 5 What is Lucy wearing? A B 8 Cambridge Assessment English Part 4 – 5 questions – Listen and colour. There is one example. Pre A1 Starters 9 Pre A1 Starters Listening

FAQs

Who are the Pre A1 Starters, A1 Movers, and A2 Flyers exams designed for?

They are designed specifically for young learners aged 6–12.

Which framework are the three qualifications aligned with?

All three qualifications are aligned with the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) published by the Council of Europe.

How is the Pre A1 Starters Listening sample test structured?

The sample test states there are 20 questions and includes listening parts with specific task types such as drawing lines, writing names or numbers, ticking boxes, and colouring answers.

Sep 30, 2026

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