Level B2+ of CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages)
Level B2+ representing a Strong Vantage performance – the focus on argument, effective social discourse and on language awareness which appears at B2 (Vantage) continues. However, the focus on argument and social discourse can also be interpreted as a new focus on discourse skills. This new degree of discourse competence shows itself in conversational management (co-operating strategies): give feedback on and follow up statements and inferences by other speakers and so help the development of the discussion; relate own contribution skilfully to those of other speakers.
Level B2+ is also apparent in relation to coherence/cohesion: use a limited number of cohesive devices to link sentences together smoothly into clear, connected discourse; use a variety of linking words efficiently to mark clearly the relationships between ideas; develop an argument systematically with appropriate highlighting of significant points, and relevant supporting detail. Finally, it is at this band that there is a concentration of items on negotiating: outline a case for compensation, using persuasive language and simple arguments to demand satisfaction; state clearly the limits to a concession.
In the illustrative descriptors a distinction is made between the ‘criterion levels’ (e.g. B2 or B2.1) and the ‘plus levels’ (e.g. B2+ or B2.2). The latter are distinguished from the former by a horizontal line, as in this example for overall oral production.
In the illustrative descriptors a distinction is made between the ‘criterion levels’ (e.g. B2 or B2.1) and the ‘plus levels’ (e.g. B2+ or B2.2). The latter are distinguished from the former by a horizontal line, as in this example for overall oral production.
B2 | Can give clear, systematically developed descriptions and presentations, with appropriate highlighting of significant points, and relevant supporting detail. Can give clear, detailed descriptions and presentations on a wide range of subjects related to his/her field of interest, expanding and supporting ideas with subsidiary points and relevant examples. |
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Levels B2.1 et B2.2 (B2+) : overall oral production |
To discover the descriptors of level B2+, we invite you to consult the page dedicated to the level B2 of the CEFR.
