Cambridge English: KEY
Introduction to the KET exam
Cambridge English KEY Test: Paper 1 (< Previous > Next)
Time allowed: 1 hour
Reading
| Part | Task type | Test ability to |
|---|---|---|
| Part 1 | Multiple Choice | Gist understanding of real-world notices. Reading for main message. |
| Part 2 | Multiple Matching | Read seven questions and three short texts on the same topic, then match the questions to the texts. |
| Part 3 | Multiple Choice | Read one long text for detailed understanding and main ideas. |
| Part 4 | Multiple Choice Cloze | Read a factual text and choose the correct vocabulary items to complete the gaps. |
| Part 5 | Open Cloze | Complete gaps in an email (and sometimes the reply too) using one word. |
Writing
| Part 6 | Guided Writing | Write a short email or note of 25 words or more |
| Part 7 | Picture Story | Write a short story of 35 words or more based on three picture prompts. |