Goethe B2 Exam Structure: Modules, Duration and Task Types
Goethe B2 has 4 modules: Reading 65, Listening 40, Writing 75 and Speaking 15 minutes, about 195 in total. Each is scored out of 100; 60 passes.
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Can You Take the German A1 or B1 Test Online?
No. The Goethe-Institut states this explicitly in its own FAQ: “Nein, wir bieten leider keine Online-Deutschprüfungen an. Die Prüfungsteilnahme ist…
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telc B1 Speaking Exam: All 3 Parts, Scoring and Model Phrases
How the telc Deutsch B1 oral exam works: 20 minutes of preparation, 3 parts with a partner, scoring, the 60% rule and model phrases for each task.
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Goethe B2 Passing Score: How Many Points You Need
To pass Goethe B2 you need at least 60 of 100 points (60%) in each module: Reading, Listening, Writing and Speaking. Here is how the points work.
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How Much Do German Exams Cost? Goethe, telc, ÖSD and TestDaF Fees (2026)
Goethe B2 costs €289 at Goethe-Institut Germany (2026), A1 €155, B1 €259. telc and ÖSD fees are set by each centre. Full table and savings tips.
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German A1 Exam Sample Questions with Answers
Original A1 practice questions for Hören, Lesen, Schreiben and Sprechen with answers, plus the link to the free official Goethe sample paper.
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B1 Speaking Test Topics: 40 Themes to Prepare
The themes that keep returning in the German B1 speaking exam, 40 topics in 8 groups, each with the question you’re likely to be asked.
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Goethe A1 Exam (Start Deutsch 1): Format, Pass Mark and How to Prepare
The Goethe A1 exam lasts about 80 minutes in total, is scored out of 100, and you pass with 60 points. Format, difficulty and how to prepare.
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Which German Prepositions Take Akkusativ vs Dativ?
Some German prepositions always take Akkusativ, some always take Dativ, and nine special ones — the Wechselpräpositionen — switch between…
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How Long Is a German Certificate Valid? Goethe, telc, DTZ
Language certificates from the Goethe-Institut, telc and the DTZ don’t carry an official expiration date — a passed exam is…
