Question 1

How is the Goethe B2 Speaking module structured?

Accepted Answer

The Goethe B2 Sprechen (Speaking) module takes approximately 15 minutes with 15 minutes preparation time (for both pair and individual exams). It consists of two parts: Teil 1 (approximately 4 minutes per participant) is a prepared presentation with follow-up questions, and Teil 2 (approximately 5 minutes total) is an argumentative discussion on a controversial topic.

Question 2

What happens in Teil 1 (Vortrag)?

Accepted Answer

In Teil 1, you give a prepared presentation (Vorbereiteter Vortrag) on a chosen topic (Theme 1 or 2). You speak in front of an audience and then answer follow-up questions (Nachfragen). Duration is approximately 4 minutes per participant. You prepare alone during the 15-minute preparation time and may take notes.

Question 3

How does Teil 2 (Diskussion) work?

Accepted Answer

In Teil 2, you have a discussion (Gespräch) on a controversial topic with your partner. You present and defend arguments pro and contra (Argumente pro und kontra erörtern). Each participant represents an argumentative position. Duration is approximately 5 minutes total for both participants.

Question 4

What are the exam rules for Speaking?

Accepted Answer

Your preparation time is 15 minutes (for both pair and individual exams). You prepare alone and may take notes. In the exam, you should speak freely (frei sprechen), not read from your notes. No aids such as dictionaries, phones, or mobile devices are allowed.

Goethe German B2 Sprechen (Speaking) Practice

Goethe German B2 Sprechen (Speaking) Practice

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Teil 1: Produktion/Interaktion - Vortrag (Presentation)

Teil 2: Interaktion - Diskussion (Discussion)

Teil 1 - Produktion/Interaktion - Vortrag (Presentation)

Teil 2 - Interaktion - Diskussion (Discussion)

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