C1 Advanced (CAE) Practice Tests
10 free, full-length practice tests in the official C1 Advanced (CAE) format. Each test has four papers — Reading and Use of English, Writing, Listening and Speaking — with audio and instant feedback.
The four C1 Adv papers
C1 Advanced (CAE) is made up of four papers, exactly as in the real exam. You can sit a whole test or practise one paper at a time:
How C1 Adv is scored
The real C1 Advanced (CAE) is reported on the Cambridge English Scale, and a grade of A, B or C is a pass. On 7ESL each auto-marked paper gives an instant practice score in shields and XP; writing and speaking show model answers so you can self-assess.
Choose a practice test
Each test uses a different set of topics, so you meet fresh vocabulary every time.
Study the matching course
Want to master the English behind the exam? Our C1 English course teaches the grammar, vocabulary and skills at C1 level — with structured lessons, worksheets and videos. It is the ideal companion to these C1 Adv practice tests: learn on the course, then check your progress here.
C1 Advanced (CAE) — frequently asked questions
What is in the Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE) exam?
C1 Advanced (CAE) (CEFR C1) has four papers: Reading and Use of English, Writing, Listening and Speaking.
How many C1 Adv practice tests are there?
There are 10 free online C1 Adv practice tests on 7ESL, each with all four papers and a different set of topics.
Are the C1 Adv practice tests free?
Yes. Every C1 Adv practice test on 7ESL is free and needs no sign-up. Log in to save your XP and progress.
How is C1 Adv scored?
The real C1 Advanced (CAE) is reported on the Cambridge English Scale, and a grade of A, B or C is a pass. On 7ESL each auto-marked paper gives an instant practice score in shields and XP; writing and speaking show model answers so you can self-assess.
Are these official Cambridge tests?
No. These are original 7ESL practice materials that follow the public C1 Adv format. 7ESL is not affiliated with Cambridge Assessment English.
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