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TfL English test questions about your town or London

Part 1 of the TfL English test may ask about the place where you live. Here are eight examples about your town or London, with model B1 answers. These are our own examples, not test questions.

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What Part 1 questions about your town or London are like

In Part 1 the examiner asks you everyday questions about you, such as your town or London. LanguageCert describes it as answering questions on familiar matters. TfL and LanguageCert do not publish the questions, so there is no fixed list. The questions below are our own examples to practise with. They are not test questions.

Eight example questions about your town or London

Read each question, say your own answer out loud, then compare it with ours. Your answers will be different, and that is fine. Each model answer is at B1 level: simple, clear and 2 to 4 sentences.

  1. Where do you live?
    Model answer: I live in Ilford, in the east of London. It is about forty minutes from the centre by train. I have lived there for five years.
  2. What do you like about your area?
    Model answer: I like that it is friendly and there are many different shops and restaurants. It is also near a big park. I feel safe there.
  3. Is there anything you do not like about it?
    Model answer: Some streets are dirty and there is a lot of traffic. Rents are also going up. I hope the council will clean the streets.
  4. What is there to do in London?
    Model answer: There are many things to do. You can visit museums, walk by the river or see a football match. Many places are free, which I like.
  5. What is your favourite place in London?
    Model answer: My favourite place is the river near Greenwich. You can see the boats and the city from the hill. I go there when I want to relax.
  6. What is the weather like in London?
    Model answer: It is often cloudy and it rains quite a lot. In summer it can be warm and sunny. I always take an umbrella with me.
  7. Would you recommend London to a visitor?
    Model answer: Yes, I would. It is exciting and full of history. However, I would tell them it is expensive, so they should plan their money.
  8. How is your town different from where you grew up?
    Model answer: Where I grew up was small and quiet. London is much bigger and busier. At first it was hard, but now I enjoy the energy.

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You do not need to know facts about London. Talk about the place you really know and give your own opinion.

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What questions about your town or London are in the TfL English test?

Part 1 asks everyday questions about you, but TfL does not publish the exact questions. Our eight examples show the kind of your town or London question you can practise with.

Can I learn these answers by heart?

It is better not to. Use them as models and say your own answer, with your own words and your own life.

How long should my answer be?

Our model answers are 2 to 4 sentences. TfL does not publish a required length for Part 1, so answer clearly and give a reason or example.

Is there a free practice for this?

Yes. Our free AI examiner mock needs no sign-up. LanguageCert also has a practice paper and mock interviews on its own site.

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