Pet English CET-4 and CET-6

Hello, pet English is a level of Cambridge General Band 5, and it is a self-contained English proficiency test. Compared with the Cambridge Children's English Test (CET- 1, CET-2, CET-3) designed by Cambridge University Examinations Committee, KET and PET are higher-level tests.

Source: English Teaching Design for Primary Schools

CET (National College English Test Band 4 and Band 6) is a large-scale standardized test sponsored by the Ministry of Education and presided over by the Examination Center of the Ministry of Education. This is a national teaching test. The main purpose is to measure the English ability of college students objectively and accurately.

Source: Grade 4 and 6 apply for official website.

(1) ①KET, Basic English Proficiency Certification, is the first level of CET-5 in Cambridge University, which is equivalent to the A2 level in the European Language Identity Reference System (CEFR). KET stands for the basic requirements of using English, the ability to travel to English-speaking countries, and the ability to cope with daily conversations in English at home and abroad.

②PET is an intermediate English proficiency certification. Prove English language ability in work, study and travel. PET is equivalent to the test of B 1 level in the same reference frame (CEFR) of European languages.

3 FCE is a certificate of intermediate and advanced level, which proves that you can use daily written and spoken English at work or study.

④ CAE, which is used to prove excellent English scores, is widely recognized by universities, governments and other institutions.

⑤CPE is the highest level qualification certificate provided by the Foreign Language Examination Department of Cambridge University, which proves that English has reached a very high level.

PET testing candidates' practical English ability can promote the development of their learning and working language ability, and lay a solid foundation for candidates who want to take the Cambridge First Certificate English Test (FCE). Pet computer exams are also being held around the world. There are also many parents who ask what is the difference between the paper-and-pencil test and the computer test in primary schools. Paper-and-pencil test and computer test are just different forms!

Corresponding to the Common European Framework Teaching and Testing Standard (CEF), the language proficiency and practical communication ability of candidates are described in detail from low to high. Describe the typical abilities of candidates in listening, speaking, reading and writing, such as "being able to introduce yourself" and "being able to use language flexibly and effectively in social, academic exchanges and work environments". CEF classifies language competence into three levels:

foundation level

B(Independentuser) is used independently.

C (skilled user) is skilled in using it.

Each grade is divided into two grades: A 1, A2, B 1, B2, C 1 and C2.

The PET test has reached the level of European Language Syllabus B 1 designated by Council of Europe.

In the first half of each year, the pet youth edition exam is generally arranged between April and June. PET requires about 3500 words, which is equivalent to the vocabulary of college entrance examination English in China.

PET test includes reading, writing, listening and speaking. Among them, reading and writing are in the same test paper, and the test time is about 120 minutes.

aural comprehension

Part 1: Listen to 7 short dialogues or monologues and choose the right pictures.

Part II: Listen to six dialogues and choose the right options.

Part III: Listen to a long monologue and complete six blanks.

Part four: Listen to a long monologue or interview, choose the right options and choose 6 radio channels.

spoken language

Part 1: a short conversation between candidates and examiners, asking for personal information, 2 minutes.

The second part: for the examiner, describe the picture 1 minute or so.

Part III: Two candidates talk according to the scene described by the examiner and the pictures provided.

Make suggestions, respond to each other, coordinate opinions, make decisions, etc. ) 4 minutes.

Part IV: The examiner will further ask the candidates questions on the topics related to Part III for 3 minutes.

read

Section 1: Read five short paragraphs and choose the correct answer.

Part II: Read 5 character descriptions and 8 short articles to match the information.

Part III: Read a long article, choose the right options and ask five questions.

Part IV: Read an article, choose five sentences from the optional sentences and fill in the correct blanks.

Part V: Read the text to fill in the blanks, with options, ***6 questions.

Part 6: Read the text to fill in the blanks, no options, ***6 questions.

writing

1 Part: Write an informal reply email of about 100 words according to the materials provided.

Part II: Choose one from two. According to the information provided, choose to write an article or story of about 100 words.

Scope of assessment

PET candidates should be able to communicate effectively with native English speakers or non-native English speakers on daily life, study, work and other scenes. The subject scope of the assessment includes: daily life; Education; Entertainment and media; Environment; Food and drink; Hobbies; Health, medicine and sports; Houses and residences; Personal feelings, opinions and experiences; Personal information; Places and buildings; Relationship with others; Transportation; Service; Shopping; Socialization; Exercise; Nature; Work and occupation; Travel and vacation, etc. (Source: Shenzhen Primary School God WeChat official account)