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Free resources for teachers during Covid-19
Whether you are teaching your classes online or have returned to school, we have a range of practical resources and tools for you. Discover our free resources to help you prepare your learners during Covid-19.
Free: Paper-based sample test
Download sample papers for A2 Key
Free: Computer-based sample tests
You will need to use the Firefox browser to access these sample tests. You can download Firefox for free here. Once downloaded, open Firefox and use the links below to view the tests.
Watch this tutorial before you start to help you understand what you need to do.
Check your answers as you do the test. Once the test has finished you will not be able to check them.
Reading and Writing sample test
Listening sample test
Use the answer keys below:
Reading and Writing answer key
Listening answer key
There is no answer key for Reading and Writing Part 9, but there are sample answers and examiner comments in the relevant pages of the A2 Key handbook.
Free: English practice
Practise your English with our free online activities. We have activities for reading, writing, listening, grammar, pronunciation and vocabulary.
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Speaking test videos with examiners' commentary
These videos will help your students understand what happens during a speaking test. You can also download examiner comments for each video.
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Vocabulary list
This list gives teachers a guide to the vocabulary needed when preparing students for A2 Key and A2 Key for Schools.
Download A2 Key vocabulary list
Information for candidates
A guide to the exam, with advice on preparing for the exam, tips for exam day and useful links.
Download A2 Key information for candidates
Summary regulations for candidates
All the important information you need to know when taking the exam.
Download Summary regulations for candidates
Games and social media
Have fun learning by playing our free English games. You can practice your English with other language learners on our Cambridge English Facebook page.
Exam tip videos
Watch our exam tip videos on how to prepare for A2 Key.
Official Cambridge English preparation materials
You can find a wide range of official Cambridge English support materials from Cambridge Assessment English and Cambridge University Press. Support materials include coursebooks and practice tests and include materials in both print and digital formats.
A2 Key Practice Tests
Prepare for the exam with practice papers from Cambridge.
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