30 questions that start easy and get harder, from A1 to C2. You get your level the moment you finish, with every answer explained and a clear next step.
This test checks grammar, vocabulary and reading. For speaking and writing, take our full 4-skill placement exam.
Most schools, employers and exams describe English with the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference) scale. Here is what each level looks like in real life.
| Level | You can… |
|---|---|
| A1 Beginner | introduce yourself, ask simple questions, understand slow, clear everyday words. |
| A2 Elementary | shop, order food, talk about your day and family in short sentences. |
| B1 Intermediate | travel on your own, tell a story, give a simple opinion, follow clear speech on familiar topics. |
| B2 Upper-intermediate | talk with native speakers without much strain, argue a point, understand most films and the news. |
| C1 Advanced | work or study in English, speak fluently and naturally, understand long, complex texts and implied meaning. |
| C2 Proficient | understand almost everything, and express fine shades of meaning precisely, even on complex topics. |
A short test like this one gives a good estimate of your grammar, vocabulary and reading level. It is not an official certificate. Speaking and writing need a longer test with real tasks, which is why we also built a full 4-skill placement exam.
IELTS 6.5 is usually described as B2 to C1, and 7.0 as C1. If you score B2 here, you are close. Try our free IELTS Reading test and free IELTS Listening test to see your band.
B2 means you can hold a real conversation. Many B2 learners still feel slow when they speak. That gap closes with speaking practice, not more grammar rules.
Written and designed by Dr Henry English of Concord Black, Dr Henry English Academy. © 2026 Concord Black. All rights reserved. This is an independent practice test that estimates a CEFR level; it is not an official certificate.