Different types of journalism in English. On this page, we will look at the different types of journalism that you can find around the world. This page continues on from the information presented on the news in Level B1, so if you haven't seen that lesson yet, we...
General English CEFR Level C1
CEFR Level C1 reading test 5 – The Populating of New Zealand
Test your Level C1 reading skills with this text. Read the article then answer the 13 questions that follow. The Populating of New Zealand There are many myths and legends surrounding New Zealand’s history, but what is certain is that Maori settled in the country long...
CEFR Level C1 reading test 6 – The GM controversy
Test your Level C1 reading skills with this text. Read the article then answer the 5 questions that follow. The GM controversy – is it worth it? A Four genetically modified foods are currently being tested in the UK in the hope that they will be resistant to the most...
CEFR Level C1 Reading test 7 – Mark Inglis
CEFR Level C1 Reading test 7 – Mark Inglis. This should take you about 10 minutes to complete. NO MEAN FEAT Every now and again, amid the doom and gloom of war, violence and poverty, our attention is drawn to the achievements of individuals who have overcome...
CEFR Level C1 reading test 4 – Maori tattooing
Test your Level C1 reading skills with this text. Read the article then answer the 10 questions that follow. Ta moko The practice of making markings on the human body has long been in existence. These days, it is commonly expressed by the wearing of tattoos or...
100 words for CEFR Level C1 list 2
These 100 words for CEFR Level C1 list 2 are designed to help you improve your general English skills, but also to help you prepare for formal English test like IELTS and PTE. Tips for using these vocabulary lists: look carefully through the list to make sure you know...
CEFR Level C1 reading test 2 – The Olympics
Here's a reading exercise for CEFR Level C1. Read the text and answer the questions that follow. If you are Level C1, you should answer at least 10 out of 12 questions correctly. A brief history of the Olympics Most people have heard of the Olympics, a sporting event...
CEFR Level C1 list 4 vocabulary exercises
Before you take the practice test below, make sure you have looked through CEFR Level C1 vocabulary list 1. See how many you can complete! The first 2 letters of each word are given - all you need to do is decide which word best suits the context . 1. Many poorer...
CEFR Level C1 list 3 vocabulary exercises
Before you take the practice test below, make sure you have looked through CEFR Level C1 vocabulary list 3. See how many you can complete! The first 2 letters of each word are given - all you need to do is decide which word best suits the context . 1. The...
CEFR Level C1 list 2 vocabulary exercises
Before you take the practice test below, make sure you have looked through CEFR Level C1 vocabulary list 2. See how many you can complete! The first 2 letters of each word are given - all you need to do is decide which word best suits the context . 1. It is important...
CEFR Level C1 list 1 vocabulary exercises
Before you take the practice test below, make sure you have looked through CEFR Level C1 vocabulary list 1. See how many you can complete! The first 2 letters of each word are given - all you need to do is decide which word best suits the context . 1. In many...
CEFR Level C1 reading test 3 – Dyslexia
Practice by reading the text below and matching cause and effect in the table that follows. For many sufferers of dyslexia, the knowledge that they have this learning difficulty came too late to help. Having been through, and often dropped out of, the standard school...
The subjunctive
The subjunctive is a grammar form that has no plural form or past form. It is generally used when something is considered important or desirable. It is part of a highly formal style of English often referred to as 'The Queen's English'. For example: It is essential...