Cambridge English: B1 Preliminary (PET): Free Mock Test & Practice Questions

Cambridge English: B1 Preliminary (PET)

This exam is for learners who have mastered the basics of English and now have practical language skills for everyday situations. It demonstrates you can read simple textbooks, write everyday emails, and understand factual information and opinions.

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Q1. My cousin and I get ______ really well because we have a lot of the same hobbies.

A. on
B. off
C. up
D. by

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✓ Answer: A. on

The phrasal verb 'get on well with someone' means to have a friendly relationship with them.

Q2. Could I have just ________ milk in my coffee, please? I don't like it very strong.

A. a few
B. many
C. a little
D. several

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✓ Answer: C. a little

'Milk' is an uncountable noun, so we must use 'a little'. 'A few' and 'many' are for countable nouns.

Q3. We need to ______ the mess in the garage this weekend; it's getting out of control.

A. sort out
B. look up
C. get on
D. take off

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✓ Answer: A. sort out

'To sort out' a mess means to organize it or deal with it. The other phrasal verbs have different meanings.

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How many questions are in the Cambridge English: B1 Preliminary (PET)?

The exam has 59 questions. Every Revision Robin mock uses the same 59-question format so your practice matches the real thing.

What is the pass mark for the Cambridge English: B1 Preliminary (PET)?

You need 89 out of 59 correct to pass, which is about 151%. Our mocks mark you against this exact threshold.

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The test is timed at 134 minutes. Our full mock runs on the same clock so you can practise your pacing.

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