B1 exam-style task templates

B1

Reusable templates for typical B1 writing tasks with checklists and timing guidance.

Goal

Prepare for common B1 exam tasks with repeatable structure and time management.

Typical B1 task types

  1. Informal email to a friend
  2. Semi-formal email to a course organizer
  3. Short opinion text on everyday topic
  4. Experience report with reflection

Suggested timing (35-40 minutes total)

  • 5 min: understand task points
  • 5 min: create mini outline
  • 20-25 min: write first draft
  • 5 min: revise language and structure

Universal B1 template

Intro

  • Reference the task context directly.
  • State your purpose in 1-2 lines.

Body paragraph 1

  • Address point A from the prompt.
  • Add one concrete example.

Body paragraph 2

  • Address point B from the prompt.
  • Add reaction, reason, or comparison.

Closing

  • Address final task point (request/opinion/next step).
  • Use appropriate closing formula.

High-frequency exam phrases

  • Ich schreibe dir/Ihnen, weil ...
  • Vielen Dank für Ihre Nachricht.
  • Ich möchte Ihnen mitteilen, dass ...
  • Was hältst du davon?
  • Ich freue mich auf deine/Ihre Rückmeldung.

B1 exam self-check

  1. Did I answer all bullet points from the task?
  2. Is the tone appropriate (du/Sie)?
  3. Did I include examples, not just statements?
  4. Is the paragraph order logical?
  5. Are there obvious grammar errors I can quickly fix?

Writing tip

Most B1 score losses come from incomplete task response, not vocabulary limits.
Answer every required point first, then improve style.