Writing Test – FCE (B2 First)
El FCE Writing Test evalúa tu capacidad para expresar ideas de forma clara, organizada y coherente en distintos tipos de textos que podrías usar en situaciones reales.
📆 Duración y estructura:
Tienes 80 minutos para completar dos tareas de escritura obligatorias.
📘 Task 1: Essay (Obligatorio)
Debes escribir un ensayo argumentativo donde analices un tema, presentes tu opinión y desarrolles ideas con ejemplos.
Se espera que logres:
- Introducir el tema.
- Presentar argumentos.
- Comparar puntos de vista y cerrar con una opinión clara.
Longitud: 140–190 palabras.
📬 Task 2: Elección entre 4 tipos de texto
Elige una de las cuatro opciones según lo que te resulte más cómodo:
1. Article (Artículo)
Texto dinámico y atractivo, dirigido a un lector general. Usa un tono cercano y ejemplos personales.
2. Review (Reseña)
Evalúa un libro, película, lugar, evento o experiencia. Incluye opinión, descripción y recomendación final.
3. Email/Letter (formal o informal)
Responde o desarrolla una situación concreta: pedir información, disculparte, hacer una sugerencia, agradecer, etc.
4. Story (Historia breve)
Crea una narración con inicio, desarrollo y final, usando lenguaje descriptivo y creatividad.
Longitud: 140–190 palabras.
💡 Objetivo del Writing FCE
En esta sección practicarás cómo:
- Organizar tus ideas en párrafos claros.
- Usar conectores para dar cohesión.
- Variar tus estructuras gramaticales.
- Comunicar tu opinión con claridad.
- Adaptar tu tono según el tipo de texto (formal, informal o creativo) y escribir con precisión, naturalidad y confianza, tal como Cambridge espera en el examen.
Ejercicios interactivos
Task 1 – Essay (Mandatory)
Write a 140–190-word essay following the instructions.
Your essay must be clear, organized, balanced, and written in a neutral/formal register.
Topic:
Nowadays, many teenagers spend too much time on social media. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Guided Steps
1. Introduction
Paraphrase the question.
Give your overall opinion.
It is often said that social media plays an important role in teenagers’ lives…
2. Body Paragraph 1 – Advantages / Positive points
Explain one idea clearly.
Support it with an example.
3. Body Paragraph 2 – Disadvantages / Concerns
Present one problem or risk.
Explain consequences or give an example.
4. Conclusion
Summarise your main ideas.
Restate your opinion in a clear way.
💬 Useful Phrases
On the one hand… / On the other hand…
One advantage is that…
This may lead to…
In conclusion…
✔ Self-check (Criteria for Success)
Tick YES/NO after you finish:
- Did I use a neutral register?
- Did I organise my essay into clear paragraphs?
- Did I use appropriate connectors?
- Is my opinion clear and justified?
- Did I avoid informal language?
Selecciona una respuesta.
Task 2 – Choose 1 of 4 options (Review / Article / Email / Story)
Write 140–190 words. Choose the option you feel most confident with.
A) REVIEW – Guided Practice
Topic:
Write a review of a film, book, or series you recently enjoyed.
Guided Steps:
Introduction: title + why you chose it.
Positive aspects.
Something that could be improved.
Final recommendation.
Useful Phrases:
The story focuses on…
One of the best things about it is…
However, I found that…
I would definitely recommend it to…
✔ Self-check: Tick YES/NO after you finish:
- Did I use an engaging but neutral tone?
- Did I include both positive and negative points?Did I give a clear recommendation?
Selecciona una respuesta.
B) ARTICLE – Guided Practice
Topic:
Write an article about the best ways for students to stay motivated while studying.
Guided Steps:
Catchy title.
Introduction that grabs attention.
2–3 clear tips, each explained.
Motivating conclusion.
Useful Phrases:
Have you ever wondered…?
A great tip is…
Another useful idea is…
To sum up…
✔ Self-check: Tick YES/NO after you finish:
- Is the tone friendly and engaging?
- Did I include a title?
- Did I explain each tip clearly?
Selecciona una respuesta.
C) EMAIL – Formal or Informal (Guided Practice)
Topic:
Write an email to a friend giving advice about preparing for an important exam.
Guided Steps:
Greeting (Hey! / Hi! / Dear…).
Explain the reason for writing.
Give 2–3 pieces of advice.
Friendly closing line.
Useful Phrases:
You should definitely…
If I were you…
Hope this helps!
Let me know if you need more advice!
✔ Self-check: Tick YES/NO after you finish:
- Did I choose the correct register?
- Is my message clear and easy to follow?
- Did I answer exactly what the task asks?
Selecciona una respuesta.
D) STORY – Guided Practice
Sentence you MUST begin with:
“As soon as I opened the door, I knew something was wrong.”
Guided Steps:
Opening: set the scene and mood.
Main events: what went wrong?
Ending: solution, twist, or reflection.
Useful Phrases:
Suddenly…
Out of nowhere…
In the end…
✔ Self-check: Tick YES/NO after you finish:
- Did my story flow naturally?
- Did I include descriptive vocabulary?
- Does my ending feel complete?
Selecciona una respuesta.
Mini-Quiz: Linking Words & Cohesion (FCE Style)
1. Choose the best connector:
I enjoyed the book; _____, the ending was predictable.
Selecciona una respuesta.
B) however
2. What is “therefore” used for?
Selecciona una respuesta.
B) Result
3. Which sentence is more appropriate for FCE Writing?
Selecciona una respuesta.
A) Firstly, the film was exciting. Secondly, the actors were brilliant.
4. Choose the best connector:
_____ many teenagers love social media, it can also create pressure.
Selecciona una respuesta.
C) Although
5. What does “this” show in the sentence “This problem affects many students”?
Selecciona una respuesta.
A) Reference
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