La prueba de Listening del examen B2 First (First Certificate in English) de Cambridge evala tu capacidad para entender conversaciones en ingls. La seccin consta de varias partes, cada una diseada para evaluar diferentes habilidades de escucha. 
Algunos ejemplos de cada parte:
Parte 1: Multiple Choice
Descripcin: Escuchars una conversacin entre dos personas o un monlogo y luego responders preguntas de opcin mltiple sobre el contenido.
Ejemplo:
Audio: (Tema: Una conversacin sobre vacaciones)*
*En la seccin de First Certificate de La Mansin del Ingls encontrars modelos de ejercicios de Listening correspondientes al examen de FCE con audio real.
A: Hi, Alex! I hear you went on vacation last week. How was it?
B: Oh, it was great! We visited Italy and spent a few days in Rome and Venice.
A: That sounds amazing. What did you like the most about Rome?
B: I really enjoyed the historical sites, especially the Colosseum. The food was also fantastic.
Pregunta:
What did Alex enjoy most about Rome?
A) The Colosseum
B) The food
C) The weather
D) The shopping
Respuesta correcta: A) The Colosseum
Parte 2: Sentence Completion
Descripcin: Escuchars una grabacin en la que se te dar informacin que debers completar en frases, basndote en lo que escuches.
Ejemplo:
Audio: (Tema: Informacin sobre un evento)
Please note that the concert starts at 7:00 PM and will be held at the City Hall. Tickets can be purchased online or at the venues box office. The performance will last approximately two hours.
Pregunta:
The concert starts at ____.
Respuesta correcta: 7:00 PM
Parte 3: Multiple Matching
Descripcin: Escuchars un monlogo o una serie de breves monlogos y tendrs que emparejar la informacin que escuchas con las opciones proporcionadas.
Ejemplo:
Audio: (Tema: Breves descripciones de actividades)
I usually go hiking in the mountains on weekends. Its a great way to stay fit and enjoy nature.
I prefer spending my free time reading novels. I find it relaxing and enjoyable.
I like to attend art exhibitions. Its fascinating to see new artworks and meet artists.
Pregunta:
Match the speaker with their preferred activity.
A) Speaker 1 - Hiking
B) Speaker 2 - Reading
C) Speaker 3 - Art exhibitions
Respuesta correcta:
A) Speaker 1 - Hiking
B) Speaker 2 - Reading
C) Speaker 3 - Art exhibitions
Parte 4: Listening for Details
Descripcin: Escuchars una grabacin y tendrs que responder preguntas especficas sobre detalles concretos.
Ejemplo:
Audio: (Tema: Un anuncio sobre una feria local)
Welcome to the annual Summer Fair! This years event will feature a variety of stalls, including handmade crafts, local produce, and delicious food. The fair starts at 10:00 AM and ends at 4:00 PM. There will also be live music performances throughout the day.
Pregunta:
What time does the Summer Fair start?
A) 9:00 AM
B) 10:00 AM
C) 11:00 AM
D) 12:00 PM
Respuesta correcta: B) 10:00 AM
Parte 5: Note Completion
Descripcin: Escuchars una grabacin y tendrs que completar una serie de notas o una tabla basada en la informacin que escuches.
Ejemplo:
Audio: (Tema: Informacin sobre una clase de cocina)
Welcome to the cooking class. Todays lesson will focus on making Italian pasta dishes. We will start at 3:00 PM and the class will last for two hours. Please bring your own apron and a notebook. Ingredients will be provided.
Pregunta:
Class starts at ____.
Respuesta correcta: 3:00 PM
Parte 6: Multiple Choice (Extended)
Descripcin: Escuchars una grabacin ms larga y luego responders preguntas de opcin mltiple que requieren comprensin general y de detalles.
Ejemplo:
Audio: (Tema: Una entrevista sobre el impacto del turismo en una ciudad)
Tourism has a significant impact on our city. While it brings economic benefits, such as increased revenue for local businesses and job creation, it also has its downsides. The increased number of visitors can lead to overcrowding and environmental degradation. City officials are now working on strategies to manage tourism more sustainably.
Pregunta:
What is one of the negative effects of tourism mentioned in the interview?
A) Improved public transportation
B) Increased revenue for businesses
C) Overcrowding and environmental damage
D) Job creation
Respuesta correcta: C) Overcrowding and environmental damage.