How is my English Grammar & Vocabulary Test score related to my CEFR level?
After you have done your English Grammar & Vocabulary Test, you will receive your score (numbered between 1 and 60). Your result can also serve as an indication of your CEFR level.
The English Grammar & Vocabulary Test & Its limitations
The English Grammar & Vocabulary Test is an online multiple-choice test which provides insight into different aspects of your English language proficiency. Although the English Grammar & Vocabulary Test result can be linked and/or serve as an estimation of your CEFR level, this test does not determine it for sure.
Rather, it compliments the Level Test which is conducted by a live tutor in the EnglishCentral classroom. The Level Test is the one to confidently establish your CEFR level.
This is so because a multiple-choice test, like English Grammar & Vocabulary, cannot test all language skills (like speaking, pronunciation and listening) due to its form. Thus, the Level Test is the one to determine your CEFR level in English.
Linking the English Grammar & Vocabulary Test's score to a CEFR level
| grammar & vocabulary test score | CEFR Level |
|---|---|
1 - 12 | A1 |
13 - 24 | A2 |
25 - 36 | B1 |
37 - 48 | B2 |
49 - 60 | C1 |
What are CEFR levels?
CEFR is short for Common European Frame of Reference for Languages: Learning, Teaching, Assessment. CEFR measures your skills in a second language, i.e., not your native language, using 6 levels: A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2. To see their short explanation, consult the table below. To have a deeper understanding of each CEFR level, explore the articles linked below.
| CEFR | Description of CEFR LEvel |
|---|---|
A1 | You convey and understand only general meaning in very familiar situations. There are frequent breakdowns in communication. |
A2 | Your basic competence is limited to familiar situations. You frequently show problems in understanding and expression. You are not able to use complex language. |
B1 | You have a partial command of the language and cope with overall meaning in most situations, although you are likely to make many mistakes. You should be able to handle basic communication in your own field. |
B2 | Generally, you have an effective command of the language despite some inaccuracies, inappropriate usage, and misunderstandings. You can use and understand fairly complex language, particularly in familiar situations. |
C1 | You have an operational command of the language, though with occasional inaccuracies, inappropriate usage and misunderstandings in some situations. Generally, you handle complex language well and understand the detailed reasoning. |
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Where can I find my Required Level (RL)?
When your coordinator adds you to our English language program, they indicate the CEFR level you need to reach in your Level (Up) Test. In this article, you can find out where to see it.
How does the Level Test (LT) work?
An EnglishCentral teacher will assess your English level in an online conversation using the classroom on EnglishCentral (website or app). In this conversation, you will answer several personal questions and you might have to perform a couple of exercises. Read this article to prepare yourself for the Level Test.
What do CEFR levels of English language proficiency (A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2) mean? How are EC (EnglishCentral) levels 1 - 7 related to CEFR levels?
After you have taken your Level (up) Test, you will receive your test result. In most cases the result will be expressed as a CEFR level (A1, A1/A2, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2). CEFR is an international standard to measure a person's second language proficiency. The level required by your employer will also be a CEFR level. Continue reading to find more detailed information about the CEFR level and the relationship with other language levels.
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