B1 writing
Goethe B1 Writing Practice
Write for different readers and purposes under time pressure, from a forum opinion to a formal email.
Skill
Schreiben
Official duration
60 minutes
Tasks
Forum post, informal message, formal email
Practice library
20 dedicated B1 writing tests
What to train
Build the skills the task actually tests.
- State and support an opinion in a forum post.
- Match tone to an informal versus a formal reader.
- Cover every content point with connected reasons.
- Manage time across all three tasks and check before submitting.
Free sample
Try before checkingForum task: Should public transport be free? Give your opinion with one reason.
Show answer and explanation
Answer: Ich finde, der öffentliche Nahverkehr sollte günstiger, aber nicht völlig kostenlos sein. Wenn die Fahrt nichts kostet, fehlt vielleicht das Geld für neue Busse und Bahnen. Trotzdem würde ein niedriger Preis mehr Menschen zum Umsteigen bewegen.
The answer states a clear position, gives a reason, adds a balancing point with trotzdem and stays in connected B1 language.
Questions
B1 practice FAQ
How do I manage time in B1 writing?
Split the 60 minutes across the three tasks by their weight, leave a few minutes for each to check verbs, word order and tone, and do not let the longest task use all your time.
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