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title: "telc B2 Speaking Part 1: Presentation"
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# telc B2 Speaking Part 1 – Presentation

> Speaking Part 1 of the telc B2: present a topic (around 90 seconds) and answer questions about it. Structure, phrases, common mistakes and an example.

## Key takeaways

- You give a short presentation (around 90 seconds) on a topic.
- Afterwards you answer your partner’s questions about it.

- Task type: Presentation
- Focus: Presenting

## 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.

**What you practice:** Structuring a presentation, Speaking freely, Responding to 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.

**Thema:** Halte eine kurze Präsentation zum Thema „Vor- und Nachteile des Homeoffice".

- Example presentation (extract):
  - Answer: Ich möchte heute über die Vor- und Nachteile des Homeoffice sprechen. Zunächst zu den Vorteilen: Man spart den Arbeitsweg und kann sich die Zeit oft freier einteilen. Ein weiterer Punkt ist die Konzentration – zu Hause ist es manchmal ruhiger. Allerdings gibt es auch Nachteile: Der Austausch mit den Kollegen fehlt, und die Grenze zwischen Arbeit und Freizeit verschwimmt. Zusammenfassend finde ich, dass Homeoffice gut funktioniert, wenn man feste Regeln hat. — 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?
  - a) Keine Ahnung, ich fange einfach mal an.
  - b) Ich möchte heute über die Vor- und Nachteile des Homeoffice sprechen.
  - c) Das Thema ist langweilig, aber egal.
  - Answer: b — A good presentation begins with a clear introduction naming the topic. Option b announces the topic and structure. a and c sound unstructured and unsure.

## Common mistakes

- **No structure:** Without an introduction and a thread the presentation looks unsure. Structure clearly with phrases.
- **Memorized text:** A rigid text sounds unnatural and rarely fits exactly. Speak freely from your keywords.
- **Too long or too short:** Around 90 seconds is the target. Practice the timing so you neither cut off nor ramble.
- **Not addressing questions:** 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.

## Ready for the exam?

[Practice this part on Prepliq](https://prepliq.com/en/practice-test/telc-german-b2?action=start&sectionId=Oral%20Expression)

[telc B2 Speaking Part 1 – Presentation](https://prepliq.com/en/practice-test/telc-german-b2/speaking/part-1)