A1

CEFR A1 — Beginner

Breakthrough level: understand and use familiar everyday expressions and basic phrases.

A1 Reading & Use of Language — 30 Multiple Choice Questions

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What CEFR A1 Level Covers

At A1, you can introduce yourself and others, ask and answer questions about personal details, and interact in a simple way if the other person speaks slowly and clearly.

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Sample A1 English Grammar & Vocabulary Questions

The following are representative examples of the grammar and vocabulary questions tested in the CEFR A1 English assessment. The interactive test above contains 30 multiple-choice questions with instant scoring.

  1. What is the opposite of "hot"? — Answer: Cold
  2. Choose the correct sentence: She is a student. (not "She am" or "She are")
  3. Complete: "I ___ from USA." — Answer: am (simple present tense with I)
  4. What is the plural of "child"? — Answer: Children
  5. Choose the correct article: "___ apple" — Answer: An (vowel sound rule)
  6. Which day comes after Monday? — Answer: Tuesday
  7. Where do you sleep? — Answer: In the bedroom
  8. Which word means "not old"? — Answer: Young
  9. Complete: "They ___ teachers." — Answer: are
  10. What do you say when someone helps you? — Answer: Thank you

A1 Writing Assessment — Task Prompts

Task 1 — Personal Profile & Introduction (30–50 words): Write a short paragraph introducing yourself to a new pen pal or classmate. Include your name, age, city/country, occupation or school, and two activities you enjoy in your free time.

Task 2 — Short Message / Email (40–60 words): Write a brief email to your friend inviting them to visit you or attend a weekend event (like a birthday party or tea). State the day, time, place, and what you will do together.

The A1 writing assessment tests: simple present tense (am/live/like), basic punctuation and capitalization, everyday vocabulary, and short friendly email conventions such as greeting and sign-off.