Test final B2 y plan de mejora

Texto A

Urban planners increasingly argue for “15-minute cities”, where daily needs are within walking distance. While critics fear reduced freedom of movement, evidence suggests residents gain time, spend more locally, and report higher wellbeing. Success depends on inclusive design and reliable transport for longer trips.

Texto B

When teams adopt asynchronous communication, they often produce clearer documentation and make fewer rushed decisions. However, it requires discipline: concise writing, well-structured updates, and agreed windows for responses. Occasional live check-ins still matter for trust and alignment.

A. Open Cloze

Many people support car-free zones, partly ___ they reduce noise and pollution.

Some teams focus ___ outcomes rather than hours online.

It’s ___ that shorter meetings can boost creativity.

B. Word Formation

The new policy had a positive ___ (EFFECT) on residents’ wellbeing.

The manager showed great ___ (RESPONSIBLE) when communicating changes.

They made several ___ (IMPROVE) to the plan after the pilot.

C. Key Word Transformations

Keep the same meaning using the word in bold.

1) It’s a pity I can’t join the meeting. (WISH)

2) We started using concise updates two years ago. (HAS)

3) It wasn’t necessary to attend every call. (NEEDN’T)

Audio 1

Today’s guest explains how small constraints can spark creativity. 🔊

She recommends short sessions and clear goals to keep energy high. 🔊

However, she warns against back-to-back video calls. 🔊

Audio 2

The speaker discusses why asynchronous updates reduce interruptions. 🔊

Written summaries help avoid misunderstandings and create a useful record. 🔊

Still, occasional live check-ins keep teams connected. 🔊

Task 1 – Essay (140–190 words)

Prompt: “Cities should prioritise pedestrians and public transport over private cars.” Discuss advantages and drawbacks and give your opinion.

Usa conectores variados: Firstly, moreover, however, as a result, overall.

Task 2 – Email/Letter (120–160 words)

Prompt: You attended a remote-work workshop. Write to a colleague explaining what you learned and recommending two strategies for next month.

Registro semi-formal. Estructura: Opening → Body 1–2 → Closing.

Checklist Writing

• ¿Respondes a todas las partes del prompt?
• ¿Párrafos claros y conectores naturales?
• ¿Collocations y preposiciones correctas?
• ¿Errores mínimos de gramática/ortografía?

Refuerzos: Lección 76 (Parafrasear) · Lección 74 (Collocations) · Lección 87 (Errores comunes).

Part 1 – Personal

• How do you usually stay productive when working or studying?
• Do you prefer city life or the countryside? Why?

Part 2 – Long Turn (1 min aprox.)

Compare two places: a quiet neighbourhood street vs a busy shopping street. Answer: Which would you prefer to live near, and why?

Usa linkers: On the one hand, in contrast, overall.

Part 3 – Discussion

• Should cities charge for entering the centre?
• What policies improve public transport effectively?

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Define objetivos SMART

• Specific: “Mejorar collocations de trabajo y ciudad”.
• Measurable: “Aprender 10 collocations nuevas y usarlas en 5 frases”.
• Achievable: “20–30 min al día de práctica enfocada”.
• Relevant: “Necesarias para Writing/Speaking B2+”.
• Time-bound: “Completar en 14 días”.

Rutas de refuerzo recomendadas

• Si fallaste Reading → vuelve a Lección 86 (Resúmenes).
• Si fallaste Use of English → Lección 74 y Lección 87.
• Si Writing flojo → Lección 78 y Lección 84.
• Si Speaking flojo → Lección 85 y Lección 82.