German B1 Exam Practice
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40 full mock exam sets in telc B1 format with AI-powered explanations. Same CEFR B1 syllabus for Goethe prep.
B1 German examination preparation
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B1 Leseverstehen Teil 1 – Global Verstehen
Master the B1 reading comprehension with 40 practice sets. Match headlines to texts from newspapers, magazines, and announcements – in telc exam format.
5 Texts per Set
Read short B1-level texts (100-120 words) covering work, travel, health, environment, and daily life topics
10 Headlines to Match
Choose the correct headline for each text from 10 options – 5 correct matches and 5 distractors
AI-Powered Explanations
Understand why each answer is correct with detailed bilingual explanations (German/English)
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B1 Leseverstehen Teil 3 – Selektives Verstehen
Master selective reading with 20 practice sets. Match 10 situations to the correct advertisements from 12 options – following the telc B1 exam structure.
12 Advertisements per Set
Read short ads and notices (40-60 words) covering jobs, housing, courses, services, and everyday life
10 Situation Prompts
Match each person's need to the correct ad – find the right information quickly and accurately
AI-Powered Explanations
Understand why each ad matches (or doesn't match) with detailed bilingual explanations
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B1 Part 2 Audio Question Bank
Master the B1 Hörverstehen Teil 2 with 20 authentic interview dialogs. Each dialog is a complete B1-level interview with 10 comprehension questions.
20 Interview Dialogs
Authentic B1-level conversations between native German speakers covering work, daily life, and current topics
10 Questions Per Dialog
True/False questions designed to test detailed listening comprehension in exam-style conditions
Exam-Realistic Practice
Audio played twice similar to exam conditions, with time to mark your answers between plays
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B1 Part 3 Selektives Verstehen – 100 Questions
Master the B1 Hörverstehen Teil 3 with authentic short announcements. Each set includes 5 realistic public announcements with True/False comprehension questions.
5 Short Announcements per Set
Public transport, store announcements, weather reports, radio news – real-world scenarios you'll encounter in the exam
True/False Questions
Each announcement tests selective listening skills with targeted statements to verify
Quick Listening Practice
Short 30-60 second audio clips – perfect for focused practice sessions
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B1 Sprachbausteine – 1000 Grammar Questions
Master B1 grammar with 100 practice sets covering connectors, prepositions, DA-compounds, Konjunktiv II, and more. Each set has 10 gap-fill questions in telc format.
Teil 1: Multiple Choice Gap-Fill
50 practice sets with formal letters and emails. Choose the correct grammar option (a/b/c) for each of the 10 gaps – 500 questions total
Teil 2: Word Bank Selection
50 practice sets with a 15-word bank (a–o). Match the correct word to each of the 10 gaps – 500 questions total
AI-Powered Explanations
Understand every answer with detailed bilingual explanations covering grammar rules, usage, and common mistakes
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20 Complete B1 Speaking Exam Simulations
Master the B1 oral exam with realistic two-candidate conversations in Telc format. Learn exactly how examiners moderate, what questions to expect, and how to respond naturally. Goethe format coming soon.
Teil 1: Einander kennenlernen
Introduce yourself, discuss hobbies, work, family – interact naturally with your exam partner
Teil 2: Über ein Thema sprechen
Report on magazine articles, share opinions on topics like Home Office, Social Media, Healthy Eating
Teil 3: Gemeinsam etwas planen
Plan events together – parties, trips, charity runs – negotiate, suggest ideas, assign tasks
AI-Powered Speaking Assessment
Record your voice and get instant AI feedback on grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. See your TELC speaking scores and improvement tips.
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Practice B1 Speaking with a Live AI Examiner
Have a real-time voice conversation with an AI examiner that follows the official telc B1 oral exam format. Choose from 100 B1 conversation topics — everyday scenarios and policy debates — and practice anytime, anywhere.
Teil 1: Kontaktaufnahme
Introduce yourself, discuss hobbies, work, and family — interact naturally with the AI examiner just like you would with a real exam partner
Teil 2: Über ein Thema sprechen
Report on topics like Home Office, Social Media, or Healthy Eating — share your opinions and respond to the AI examiner's follow-up questions
Teil 3: Gemeinsam etwas planen
Plan events together with the AI — parties, trips, charity runs. Negotiate, suggest ideas, and assign tasks in real time
60 B1 Writing Topics with AI Feedback
Practise the exact telc B1 Schreiben format — one email with 4 Leitpunkte, 120-150 words — across 60 informal, semi-formal and formal scenarios. AI grades you on Aufgabenbewältigung, Kommunikative Gestaltung and Formale Richtigkeit. All 60 topics included in B1 premium and AI Writing packs.
20 Informal Letters & Emails
News to friends, invitations, advice — du-form, opening & closing per telc B1 conventions.
20 Semi-Formal Letters
Course providers, landlords, neighbours, clubs — Sie-form with friendly tone.
20 Formal Letters
Beschwerde, Anfrage, Bewerbung — full Sie-register, all 4 Leitpunkte covered.
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Prepare for Zertifikat Deutsch / telc Deutsch B1
Our B1 practice material is independently created and aligned with the Zertifikat Deutsch / telc Deutsch B1 exam level — an internationally recognized B1 certification accepted for German citizenship (Einbürgerung) and permanent residence (Niederlassungserlaubnis).
- Zertifikat Deutsch / telc Deutsch B1
- 150 min written exam + 15 min speaking (300 pts total)
- On the BAMF list of recognized B1 certificates (as of Feb 2026)
- Accepted for citizenship, permanent residence, and professional recognition
- DTZ / telc Deutsch A2-B1 — Deutsch-Test für Zuwanderer (integration course exam, different format)
- telc Schule B1 — for school students
- Goethe-Zertifikat B1 — same CEFR level, different format (coming soon)
If you are preparing for the DTZ (integration course exam), note that its format differs from telc B1, but CEFR B1 competencies are the same — practicing here builds the skills you need. Immigration requirements change — always verify at BAMF or your local Ausländerbehörde. View all telc German exams →
B1 Exam Preparation Plans
Professional AI-powered B1 German examination preparation in Telc format. Same CEFR B1 syllabus prepares you for any B1 exam. Goethe format coming soon.
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Everything in your pass:
- 40 exam-style B1 mock exams
- Speak with AI — 100 AI calls per day
- Speak with AI Live — 10 live sessions per day
- Write with AI — telc-style letter grading
- Handwritten letter assessment — OCR + AI grading
- Phrase library — full B1 access
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- 40 exam-style B1 mock exams
- Up to 5 full mock exam submits per rolling 24 hours
- 200 B1 Reading Part 1 questions (40 Leseverstehen Teil 1 sets)
- 200 B1 Reading Part 3 questions (20 Selektives Verstehen sets)
- 100 listening exercises with native German audio
- 20 B1 Part 2 interview dialogs (10 questions each)
- 100 B1 Part 3 selective listening questions
- Speak with AI — 100 AI calls per day
- Speak with AI Live — 10 live sessions per day (up to 15 min each)
- Write with AI — letter/email grading against telc rubric
- Handwritten letter assessment — OCR + AI grading
- Phrase library — full B1 access
- 20 B1 speaking dialogues with audio playback
- 75 downloadable letter samples
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B1 Exam Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about B1 German examination practice
Our B1 practice tests are currently aligned with the CEFR levels assessed by telc exams. However, both telc and Goethe exams test the same CEFR B1 syllabus — the same vocabulary, grammar, and language skills. The main differences are in question formats and section timing. Practicing with our independently created practice tests effectively prepares you for any B1 German exam at the same CEFR level. We are actively developing Goethe-aligned practice tests, coming soon.
The B1 exam tests intermediate German skills – expressing opinions, discussing topics, and handling more complex everyday situations. It is often required for German citizenship applications and certain jobs.
With regular practice, most learners need 4-8 weeks of focused preparation. Our platform provides 40 mock exams and 500+ practice questions to help you prepare efficiently.
The B1 exam includes Reading (Leseverstehen), Listening (Hörverstehen), Writing (Schreiben), and Speaking (Sprechen). Our mock exams cover all four sections with exam-style questions.
Our AI provides detailed feedback on your writing tasks, explains listening comprehension answers, and helps you understand complex grammar structures typical of B1 level.
Yes! We offer 20 complete B1 speaking exam simulations with all three parts: introduction, discussing a topic, and planning together. Each includes examiner scripts and model responses.
Our practice materials are independently created to help you prepare for German exams — they are not official exam content and not reproduced from official examination materials. DeutschExam is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected with telc gGmbH, Goethe-Institut e.V., or ÖSD. Official exam formats may change over time. While we strive for accuracy, our content may contain occasional errors due to human curation. We recommend also reviewing official exam samples from your chosen examination body. Using our platform does not guarantee exam success. For full details, see our Terms of Service.
The Zertifikat Deutsch (also known as telc Deutsch B1) is an internationally recognized B1 certification. It includes reading, listening, writing, and speaking sections (150 min written + 15 min oral, 300 pts total, 60% to pass). It is on the BAMF list of recognized B1 certificates for German citizenship and permanent residence (as of February 2026). Our B1 practice tests are aligned with this exam level.
For German citizenship (Einbürgerung), you need at least a B1 certificate. The Zertifikat Deutsch / telc Deutsch B1 is on the BAMF list of accepted B1 certificates for naturalization (as of February 2026). The DTZ (Deutsch-Test für Zuwanderer) with a B1 result is also accepted. Our B1 practice tests are aligned with the telc Deutsch B1 level. Always verify current requirements with your local Ausländerbehörde.
Yes, for most permanent residence applications (Niederlassungserlaubnis) in Germany, you need to prove B1 level German skills. The Zertifikat Deutsch / telc Deutsch B1 is on the BAMF list of recognized B1 certificates for this purpose (as of February 2026). Our practice tests are aligned with this exam level. Always verify current requirements with your local Ausländerbehörde.
The DTZ (Deutsch-Test für Zuwanderer) is a scaled A2-B1 exam taken at the end of German integration courses (100 min written, 100 pts). It can result in either an A2 or B1 certificate depending on your performance. The telc Deutsch B1 (Zertifikat Deutsch) is a standalone B1 exam with a different format (150 min written, 300 pts). Both are accepted for citizenship and permanent residence. Our practice tests are aligned with the telc B1 level, but practicing B1 competencies helps prepare for any B1 exam since the CEFR skills tested are the same.
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