telc B2 Speaking Part 1 – Presentation
In Part 1 you give a short presentation on a topic and then answer questions about it. Here’s how to structure it confidently.
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Key takeaways
- You give a short presentation (around 90 seconds) on a topic.
- Afterwards you answer your partner’s questions about it.
What this part tests
Part 1 tests whether you can present a topic coherently. During preparation you choose one of several topics and give a short presentation of around 90 seconds. Afterwards your partner asks you questions, which you answer.
It’s about fluent, clearly structured speaking: an introduction naming the topic, two or three points with examples or reasons, and a short conclusion. A good structure with phrases (“Zunächst …”, “Ein weiterer Punkt …”, “Zusammenfassend …”) looks confident and is easy to follow.
Whoever just strings keywords together or recites a memorized text loses points. What matters is that you speak freely, connect your points and respond flexibly to the follow-up questions.
How to approach it
- 1
In preparation, choose the topic you can say the most about.
- 2
Structure your presentation: introduction (name the topic), two or three points, short conclusion.
- 3
Note a keyword and an example for each point – but not a whole text.
- 4
Speak freely and connect your points with phrases (“Zunächst …”, “Außerdem …”).
- 5
Listen to the follow-up questions carefully and answer them concretely and fluently.
Example task with answer
A short example in the same format: how to build a short presentation.
Halte eine kurze Präsentation zum Thema „Vor- und Nachteile des Homeoffice".
Example presentation (extract):
Why? The example names the topic in the introduction, structures with phrases (“Zunächst …”, “Ein weiterer Punkt …”, “Allerdings …”, “Zusammenfassend …”), gives examples and ends with a clear conclusion – exactly what’s expected in Part 1.
Practice: test yourself
In Teil 1 präsentierst du ein Thema. Du möchtest deine Präsentation klar gliedern.
Which sentence introduces a presentation well?
Common mistakes
Without an introduction and a thread the presentation looks unsure. Structure clearly with phrases.
A rigid text sounds unnatural and rarely fits exactly. Speak freely from your keywords.
Around 90 seconds is the target. Practice the timing so you neither cut off nor ramble.
Answer the follow-up questions concretely instead of repeating your presentation.
Tips
- Learn structuring phrases by heart (Zunächst …, Ein weiterer Punkt …, Zusammenfassend …).
- Take a concrete example for each point – that makes the presentation vivid.
- Practice the timing: speak freely for around 90 seconds without reading.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the presentation in Part 1?
Around 90 seconds. Afterwards you answer your partner’s questions about your presentation.
Can I choose the topic?
Yes. In preparation you choose one of several topics – ideally the one you can say the most about.
Do I have to memorize a text?
No. Learn a structure and phrases and speak freely. A memorized text sounds unnatural.
What’s the best way to practice Part 1?
Give short presentations on many topics and practice the timing. In a Prepliq mock you practice speaking with automatic scoring.
Other parts
Useful resources
Learn 700+ of the most important telc German B2 words interactively with flashcards.
Preview and download the official telc German B2 practice test – with answers and study material.