German B1 practice test

What the B1 practice test contains

• Reading — blog posts, newspaper articles, advertisements, emails and opinion texts with multiple-choice and matching tasks
• Listening — announcements, radio segments, conversations and short talks, heard twice, with true/false and multiple-choice tasks
• Writing — an informal message, a formal email and a short opinion text, each 80–100 words
• Speaking — a two-minute presentation, a discussion and a joint planning task with an AI partner

Why full-format practice matters

Most failed B1 attempts fail on timing and format, not on German. Candidates who have only done exercises are surprised by how fast the reading section moves, that the listening runs without pauses, and that three writing tasks must fit into one hour. A full practice test under real timing shows you where you actually stand — and which part needs the remaining study time.

How the readiness score works

Each skill is graded separately and weighted: reading and listening against the official answer keys, writing and speaking by AI examiners trained on the CEFR descriptors. The combined score estimates your exam readiness, and the per-skill breakdown tells you exactly what to fix — a candidate at 80% in reading and 45% in writing needs a very different study plan from one at 45% in listening.

How to use practice tests in your preparation

Take a first full test early, before you start intensive study — the breakdown becomes your study plan. Then practise the weak skills directly, and take a fresh test every two to three weeks to measure progress. In the final week, one last full run under strict timing tells you that you are ready. Deutschtrainer tracks your history automatically, so every attempt builds your readiness curve.

Frequently asked questions

Is this the same as the real B1 exam?

The format, timing, task types and grading criteria match the real Goethe, telc and ÖSD B1 exams. The result is a readiness estimate, not an official certificate.

How is the speaking part tested without a human partner?

An AI examiner plays the partner and the examiner: it presents prompts, asks follow-up questions, plans with you and grades fluency, vocabulary, grammar and task completion.

How long does a full B1 practice test take?

About three hours for all four skills, like the real exam. You can also take the skills separately and the results still combine into your readiness score.

What score do I need to pass the real B1 exam?

Goethe and telc require roughly 60% overall, and you must pass every skill. Aim for a consistent 70% or more in practice before you book.