PEIC Level 1 (A2) case studies
PEIC Level 1 (A2) · Put your knowledge to work in context.
PEIC Level 1 - Pearson English International Certificate Level 1, previously known as PTE General Level 1 - is a general English qualification linked to level A2 of the Common European Framework of Reference. It certifies that you can cope with everyday, predictable situations: introducing yourself and others, shopping, asking for directions, understanding short notices and messages, writing a brief note or email, and following slow, clearly spoken language. The PEIC Level 1 (A2) case studies are 5 cases and about 2,828 words.
1Reading - The Sunday Swim Question (matching a question to a short text)
Marco is sitting the A2 Reading paper: 25 questions in 40 minutes. Question 7 says: 'You want to go swimming with your two children on Sunday morning.
595 words, about 3 min2Writing - The 68-Word Email with the Wrong Reader (short message task)
Priya's A2 Writing task says: 'Your English friend Sam wants to visit you next month. Write an email to Sam.
548 words, about 3 min3Listening - The Time That Changes (short dialogues with pictures)
Tom is doing A2 Listening, Part 1: short dialogues, each with a question and three pictures. Question 3 asks 'What time does the fast train leave?' The pictures show 9:30 , 9:40 and 10:00 .
556 words, about 3 min4Speaking - The Two-Second Answer (extending and keeping going)
In the A2 Speaking test two candidates, Karim and Lina, sit with an examiner. The examiner asks: 'Karim, tell me about your last holiday.' Karim says: 'I… go to beach.' Then there are eight seconds of silence.
539 words, about 3 min5Reading into Writing - The Reply That Misses a Point (integrated task)
Sofia's English friend Jack sends her a note: Hi Sofia, I'm coming to your town on Saturday 14th for a football match. Can I stay at your flat on Saturday night?
590 words, about 3 min