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Reading ECPE: Grammar, Cloze, Vocabulary and Reading for the revised 2021 Michigan examThis edition of sample tests for the Michigan Language Assessment Examination for the Certificate of Proficiency in English (ECPE) has been designed specifically for students preparing for the challenging GCVR (Parts 1-4: Grammar, Cloze, Vocabulary and Reading) section of the examination.The content has been written to closely replicate the ECPE experience, and has undergone comprehensive expert and peer review. You or your students, if you are a teacher, will hopefully enjoy the wide range of text topics and benefit from the repetitive practice, something that is key to preparing for the GCVR section of the examination.Each test comprises 70 multiple-choice questions, each carrying one mark, and candidates are given 75 minutes in which to complete the four parts of the GCVR section: 1. Grammar: 16 questions testing grammatical fluency, phrasal verb particles, word formation and prepositions.2. Cloze (multiple choice): 20 questions testing lexical and grammatical ability within the context of two texts, each comprising 200-250 words.3. Vocabulary: 16 questions testing knowledge of phrasal verbs, phrases and idioms.4. Reading: 18 questions testing candidates' understanding of meaning in context, reference words, implication, purpose and tone within the context of three texts, each comprising 300-350 words.Fiona Aish has co-written several titles in exam preparation and EAP, and creates materials and assessment resources for a range of educational providers. She is DELTA-qualified and holds an MA in ELT and Applied Linguistics.Jo Tomlinson has co-written a number of books on EAP and exam preparation, and currently works full-time as an exams and materials developer. She is DELTA-qualified and holds an MA in Language Testing.

Practise and prepare for the Cambridge C2 Proficiency examThis book contains 10 Use of English tests, 40 texts and 300 individual assessments, providing a large bank of high-quality practice material for students preparing for the Cambridge C2 Advanced.Use of EnglishThe sample tests have been written to closely replicate the Cambridge C2 exam experience and so each one follows the same structure and wording as official test papers.Each test comprises:Part 1: Multiple choice clozePart 2: Open clozePart 3: Word formationPart 4: Key word transformationsAnswers includedThe book includes answer keys, write-in answer sheets and a marking scheme, providing a large bank of high-quality practice material for students preparing for the Cambridge C2 Proficiency.About the authorsFiona Aish has co-written several titles in exam preparation and EAP, and creates materials and assessment resources for a range of educational providers. She is DELTA-qualified and holds an MA in ELT and Applied Linguistics.Jo Tomlinson has co-written a number of books on EAP and exam preparation, and currently works full-time as an exams and materials developer. She is DELTA-qualified and holds an MA in Language Testing.Fiona Aish and Jo Tomlinson are directors of Target English, a consultancy in Spain that provides tailor-made solutions in content creation, course provision, training and testing.

Prepare for the C2 Proficiency (CPE) Reading and Use of English40% of your marksThe Reading and Use of English paper, Parts 1-8, of the Cambridge C1 Advanced exam is worth 40% of the total marks available, which is why candidates'' competence in this section is all-important for overall success. Parts 5-8 test ability in reading for detail, purpose, opinion, tone, emotion and attitude, and repeated practice of the assessment format is key to achieving a passing grade.32 texts and 208 individual assessmentsThis edition of sample tests has been written to closely replicate the Cambridge exam experience, and has undergone comprehensive review.Answers includedWrite-in answer sheets, answer keys and a markscheme complete this large bank of high-quality practice material for students preparing for the Cambridge C1 Advanced.About the authorsFiona Aish has co-written several titles in exam preparation and EAP, and creates materials and assessment resources for a range of educational providers. She is DELTA-qualified and holds an MA in ELT and Applied Linguistics.Jo Tomlinson has co-written a number of books on EAP and exam preparation, and currently works full-time as an exams and materials developer. She is DELTA-qualified and holds an MA in Language Testing.Fiona Aish and Jo Tomlinson are directors of Target English, a consultancy in Spain that provides tailor-made solutions in content creation, course provision, training and testing.C2 Proficiency onlineVisit www.prosperityeducation.net to view our wide range of Cambridge resources.

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A lower-level exam practice book designed to improve the level of students who plan to take the IELTS test in the future.