TELC German B1 Sprechen (Speaking) Practice
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About Sprechen (Speaking) section
The TELC B1 Mündlicher Ausdruck (Speaking) module takes approximately 15 minutes with a 20-minute preparation phase (Vorbereitungszeit). The exam can be conducted as a pair or individual examination (Paar- oder Einzelprüfung).
👥 Teil 1: Kontaktaufnahme (Making Contact)
• Introduce yourself: name, residence, family, profession, hobbies
• Decide 'du' or 'Sie' based on the situation
• Ask questions back - don't just answer with 'ja' or 'nein'
📊 Teil 2: Gespräch über ein Thema (Discussion on a Topic)
• Describe the graphic briefly in your own words
• Exchange information and discuss personal experiences
• Useful: 'Die Grafik zeigt...', 'Aus der Grafik geht hervor...'
🤝 Teil 3: Gemeinsam etwas planen (Planning Together)
• Plan something together (party, trip, event)
• Make suggestions and react to partner's ideas
• Find compromises and reach a common solution
Practice Questions
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FAQ
Answers to popular questions about TELC B1 Sprechen (Speaking) practice
- 01How is the TELC B1 Speaking module structured?
- The TELC B1 Mündlicher Ausdruck (Speaking) module takes approximately 15 minutes with a 20-minute preparation phase. • Teil 1: Kontaktaufnahme (introductions) • Teil 2: Gespräch über ein Thema (topic discussion with graphics) • Teil 3: Gemeinsam etwas planen (collaborative planning) The exam can be conducted as a pair or individual examination.
- 02What happens in Teil 1 (Kontaktaufnahme)?
- In Teil 1, you introduce yourself and get to know your conversation partner. • Topics: name, residence, origin, family, profession, hobbies • Decide whether to use "du" or "Sie" • Give full answers and ask questions back Useful phrases: "Wie heißen Sie?", "Woher kommen Sie?", "Ich lerne seit... Jahren Deutsch."
- 03How does Teil 2 (Gespräch über ein Thema) work?
- In Teil 2, you receive a graphic (chart, statistics) with a short text. • Describe the graphic briefly in your own words • Try to understand unknown words from context • Exchange information and discuss personal experiences Useful phrases: "Die Grafik zeigt...", "Aus der Grafik geht hervor, dass..."
- 04What is Teil 3 (Gemeinsam etwas planen) about?
- In Teil 3, you plan something together with your partner (e.g., a party, trip, or Straßenfest). • Read the situation and note suggestions for each point • Make suggestions and react to partner's ideas • Find compromises and reach a common solution Useful phrases: "Ich schlage vor...", "Das ist eine gute Idee", "Wir könnten auch..."
- 05How can I prepare effectively for TELC B1 Speaking?
- Practice with a partner regularly. • Teil 1: Prepare to talk about yourself on various topics • Teil 2: Practice describing graphics using "Die Grafik zeigt..." • Teil 3: Practice making and responding to suggestions Remember: Examiners want natural interaction, not memorized speeches.