The key’s sample essays are gold. Use them to:
| Pitfall | The B2 Key Solution | |--------|----------------------| | Translating from your native language | Learn collocations (e.g., “make a decision” not “do a decision”) | | Overusing simple connectors (and, but, so) | Use advanced linkers: moreover, however, consequently, on the other hand | | Running out of time in writing | Plan for 5 minutes, write 20 minutes, check 5 minutes | | Panicking during the speaking task | Use fillers: “That’s an interesting point,” “Let me think,” “What I mean is…” | matura leader b2 key
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The Use of English section is the hardest part of the B2 extended exam. The key often shows multiple possible answers for sentence transformations.
Sometimes, especially in writing and speaking, the key offers one model answer. There may be other valid correct answers. Use the key as a guideline, not an absolute law. If your wording is different but still grammatically correct and appropriate, it may still be acceptable.