Question 1

How is the Goethe B2 Writing module structured?

Accepted Answer

The Goethe B2 Schreiben (Writing) module takes 75 minutes total and consists of two tasks. Teil 1 (50 minutes recommended) is a forum post expressing your opinion (Meinungsäußerung) with minimum 150 words. Teil 2 (25 minutes recommended) is a personal message/correspondence (Persönliche Mitteilung) with minimum 100 words. You can start with either task.

Question 2

What should I write in Teil 1 (Forumsbeitrag)?

Accepted Answer

In Teil 1, you write a forum post (Forumsbeitrag) expressing your opinion. You need to: express your opinion (Meinung äußern), justify it (begründen), suggest something (etwas vorschlagen), and explain pros and cons (Vor- und Nachteile erläutern). Minimum 150 words required.

Question 3

What is expected in Teil 2 (Nachricht)?

Accepted Answer

In Teil 2, you write a personal message (Nachricht) as correspondence. You need to: explain (erklären), describe (beschreiben), suggest something (etwas vorschlagen), and make polite requests (höflich bitten). Minimum 100 words required.

Question 4

What are the exam rules for Writing?

Accepted Answer

Only texts on the answer sheet (Antwortbogen) are graded. Write with a blue or black pen. No aids such as dictionaries, phones, or mobile devices are allowed. You can start with either task within the 75 minutes total time.

Goethe German B2 Schreiben (Writing) Practice

Goethe German B2 Schreiben (Writing) Practice

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Teil 1: Produktion - Meinungsäußerung verfassen (Writing an Opinion)

Teil 2: Interaktion - Persönliche Mitteilung verfassen (Writing a Personal Message)

Teil 1 - Produktion - Meinungsäußerung verfassen (Writing an Opinion)

Teil 2 - Interaktion - Persönliche Mitteilung verfassen (Writing a Personal Message)

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