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Key Facts: Cambridge A2 Key (KET) Exam

Cambridge A2 Key (KET) is an elementary CEFR A2 English exam with three papers - Reading & Writing, Listening and Speaking - scored 120-150 on the Cambridge English Scale, where 120-139 is a pass at A2.

Sample Cambridge A2 Key (KET) Practice Questions

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1You see this sign on a shop door: 'CLOSED FOR LUNCH. Back at 2 pm.' What does the sign tell you?
A.The shop is closed at the moment but will open later.
B.The shop is open all day.
C.The shop is closed for the whole week.
D.You can only buy lunch here.
Explanation: In Reading Part 1 you must read a short real-world text and understand its main message. 'Closed for lunch. Back at 2 pm' means the shop is temporarily closed now and will reopen at 2 pm.
2A text message says: 'Film starts at 7. Meet me outside the cinema at 6:45.' What should you do?
A.Buy the cinema tickets online.
B.Arrive at the cinema before the film begins.
C.Wait for your friend inside the cinema.
D.Watch the film at home at 7 o'clock.
Explanation: The main message asks you to meet your friend outside the cinema at 6:45, which is before the film starts at 7. Reading Part 1 tests understanding the main point of short messages.
3A notice in a park reads: 'Please keep dogs on a lead near the children's playground.' What must dog owners do?
A.Leave their dogs at home.
B.Let their dogs run free everywhere.
C.Control their dogs with a lead by the playground.
D.Take their dogs out of the park.
Explanation: 'Keep dogs on a lead' means owners must hold their dogs with a lead near the playground. Part 1 notices give a simple instruction or rule to follow.
4An email from your teacher says: 'Don't forget to bring your project to class on Monday.' Why has the teacher written this?
A.To cancel Monday's class.
B.To ask students to choose a project topic.
C.To say the project is finished.
D.To remind students to bring something on Monday.
Explanation: The phrase 'Don't forget to bring' is a reminder. The teacher wants students to remember to bring the project on Monday. Part 1 often tests the writer's purpose.
5A note on a fridge reads: 'I've gone shopping. Your dinner is in the microwave. Mum.' What does Mum want you to know?
A.That there is no dinner tonight.
B.Where to find your meal while she is out.
C.That you must do the shopping.
D.That she is cooking dinner now.
Explanation: Mum explains that she is out shopping and tells you the dinner is in the microwave. The main message is where to find the meal. This is a typical short personal message in Part 1.
6A sign at a swimming pool says: 'No diving in the shallow end.' What is NOT allowed?
A.Swimming in the deep end.
B.Using the changing rooms.
C.Jumping head-first into the shallow water.
D.Bringing a towel to the pool.
Explanation: 'No diving in the shallow end' means you must not dive (jump head-first) where the water is shallow. Part 1 tests understanding of public notices and what is forbidden.
7A message reads: 'Sorry, I can't come to your party. I have to study for my exam.' Why can't the writer come?
A.They need to prepare for a test.
B.They are already at another party.
C.They do not like the writer.
D.They are feeling ill.
Explanation: The writer apologises and gives the reason: 'I have to study for my exam.' Studying for an exam means preparing for a test. Part 1 often asks for the reason in a short message.
8A notice at a bus stop says: 'Bus 12 not running today. Use Bus 14 instead.' What should passengers do?
A.Wait for Bus 12.
B.Walk to the next town.
C.Buy a new ticket for Bus 12.
D.Take Bus 14 today.
Explanation: The notice tells passengers that Bus 12 is not running and they should 'use Bus 14 instead.' The main message is to take Bus 14. Part 1 tests reading practical signs.
9A library sign reads: 'Return books by the date on the label. Late returns cost 50p a day.' What happens if you return a book late?
A.You cannot borrow books again.
B.You get a free book.
C.You have to pay a small amount of money.
D.Nothing happens at all.
Explanation: The sign says late returns 'cost 50p a day', so returning a book late means paying money. Part 1 tests understanding of rules in everyday notices.
10A text says: 'The train is delayed by 20 minutes. We'll arrive at 3:20, not 3:00.' What is the new arrival time?
A.3:20
B.3:00
C.2:40
D.20 minutes early
Explanation: The train is delayed, so it now arrives at 3:20 instead of 3:00. The main message gives the corrected arrival time. Part 1 often includes times and numbers.

About the Cambridge A2 Key (KET) Exam

Cambridge English A2 Key, often called KET, is an elementary-level English qualification at CEFR Level A2 from Cambridge Assessment English. It shows that a learner can understand and use simple, everyday English in familiar situations, such as reading short notices and emails, following slow clear speech, and taking part in basic conversations. The exam has three papers: Reading & Writing (50%), Listening (25%) and Speaking (25%), with results reported on the Cambridge English Scale from 120 to 150. The multiple-choice-testable parts are the five Reading sections and the five Listening sections, which together cover short texts, multiple matching, longer texts, vocabulary and grammar cloze, and a range of listening tasks. A2 Key is offered as both a digital and paper-based test, although the adult paper-based version is withdrawn after June 2026, while A2 Key for Schools continues in both formats. Many learners take A2 Key as a confidence-building first step before moving on to B1 Preliminary.

Questions

100 scored questions

Time Limit

Reading & Writing 60 minutes; Listening about 30 minutes (including transfer time); Speaking 8-10 minutes per pair. Whole exam is about 1 hour 40 minutes plus Speaking.

Passing Score

Pass at A2 with a Cambridge English Scale score of 120-139 (Grade C 120-132, Grade B 133-139); 140-150 gives Grade A and a B1 certificate; 100-119 reflects A1 ability.

Exam Fee

About USD 130-165 (roughly GBP 110-130) depending on country and exam centre; the exact fee is set locally by Cambridge-authorised centres. (Cambridge Assessment English (Cambridge University Press & Assessment))

Cambridge A2 Key (KET) Exam Content Outline

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Reading Part 1 - Short texts (main message)

Three-option multiple choice on six short real-world texts such as signs, notices and messages; identify the main message or purpose.

13%

Reading Part 2 - Multiple matching

Match seven questions about people or needs to three short texts on the same topic, showing detailed comprehension.

9%

Reading Part 3 - Long text (detail)

Read one longer text and answer five three-option multiple-choice questions on detail, gist and opinion.

11%

Reading Part 4 - Multiple-choice cloze

Choose the correct vocabulary item to complete six gaps in a factual text; tests vocabulary, collocations and phrasal verbs.

11%

Reading Part 5 - Open cloze

Complete six gaps in a short text with one word each; tests grammar words such as prepositions, articles and verb forms.

9%

Listening Part 1 - 3-option multiple choice

Listen to five short dialogues and choose the correct answer, focusing on key details such as times, prices and places.

9%

Listening Part 2 - Gap fill (notes)

Listen to a monologue and note key facts such as names, numbers, dates and times to complete five gaps.

9%

Listening Part 3 - Dialogue multiple choice

Listen to a conversation and answer five three-option multiple-choice questions on detail and decisions.

9%

Listening Part 4 - Gist multiple choice

Identify the main idea, message or topic in five short monologues or dialogues and answer five three-option questions.

9%

Listening Part 5 - Matching

Listen to a longer dialogue and match five items, such as people to gifts, activities or preferences.

How to Pass the Cambridge A2 Key (KET) Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: Pass at A2 with a Cambridge English Scale score of 120-139 (Grade C 120-132, Grade B 133-139); 140-150 gives Grade A and a B1 certificate; 100-119 reflects A1 ability.
  • Exam length: 100 questions
  • Time limit: Reading & Writing 60 minutes; Listening about 30 minutes (including transfer time); Speaking 8-10 minutes per pair. Whole exam is about 1 hour 40 minutes plus Speaking.
  • Exam fee: About USD 130-165 (roughly GBP 110-130) depending on country and exam centre; the exact fee is set locally by Cambridge-authorised centres.

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Cambridge A2 Key (KET) Study Tips from Top Performers

1Read the instructions carefully before each part, since Reading and Listening tasks each work in a slightly different way.
2Build everyday A2 vocabulary by topic - food, travel, school, free time, shopping - because Reading Part 4 and Listening tasks test common words and collocations.
3For Reading Part 5 open cloze, focus on grammar words such as prepositions, articles, pronouns and verb forms rather than vocabulary.
4Practise listening for specific details like numbers, times, dates and prices, and remember you hear each Listening recording twice.
5Time yourself: aim to leave about 20 minutes for the Writing tasks so you do not run out of time on the 60-minute Reading & Writing paper.
6Take full official A2 Key sample tests under exam conditions so the timing, task types and answer-sheet transfer feel familiar on test day.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cambridge A2 Key (KET) and what level is it?

A2 Key, formerly the Key English Test (KET), is an elementary English qualification from Cambridge Assessment English at CEFR Level A2. It shows you can communicate in simple, everyday situations in English.

How is the A2 Key exam structured?

A2 Key has three papers: Reading & Writing (60 minutes, 50%), Listening (about 30 minutes, 25%) and Speaking (8-10 minutes per pair, 25%). Reading & Writing has 7 parts and Listening has 5 parts.

How many questions are in the A2 Key Reading and Listening papers?

Reading & Writing has 32 questions across 7 parts, with Reading Parts 1-5 providing 30 individually marked items. Listening has 25 questions across 5 parts. The multiple-choice-testable items total 55.

How is A2 Key scored and what is a pass?

Results use the Cambridge English Scale from 120 to 150. A score of 120-139 is a pass at A2 (Grade C 120-132, Grade B 133-139); 140-150 earns Grade A and a B1 certificate; 100-119 shows A1 ability.

How much does the A2 Key exam cost?

Fees are set by local Cambridge-authorised exam centres and typically range from about USD 130 to 165 (roughly GBP 110-130 or EUR 110-130), varying by country and centre.

Is A2 Key still available in 2026?

Yes. A2 Key remains available as a digital exam in 2026, though the adult paper-based version is withdrawn after the last session in June 2026. A2 Key for Schools continues in both digital and paper-based formats.