Listening Comprehension | Reading Comprehension | Writing Skills | Speaking Ability | |
1 | You can understand simple sentences and instructions if they are clearly pronounced. | You can understand uncomplicated information on familiar topics. | You can fill in simple information on forms. | You can introduce yourself and greet people and are able to give basic information. |
2 | You understand uncomplicated general language. You can understand a native speaker in a one-to-one conversation. | You can understand simple, general texts. | You can draft fax messages and memos. | You can give brief answers and make remarks. You can take part in informal one-to- one conversations. |
3 | You can understand the main points of radio and T.V. programs and get the gist of a conversation between native speakers. | You can basically understand letters newspaper articles and professional journals. | You can write short simple letters and memos on familiar topics. | You can carry out simple telephone conversations and you can participate in informal gatherings. |
4 | You can follow a conversation between two native speakers. | You understand both general and specialized texts well. | You can write reports on activities and write good business letters. | You can express yourself well. Telephone conversations do not create any problems. Your accent does not limit communication. |
5 | You can follow every conversation, play, film, radio and TV program in detail. | You have no problem with any text. | You can write a letter or report perfectly, regardless of the complexity. | You can participate in every conversation without difficulty. |