This level assesses the ability of a test taker to communicate in English on an elementary level. This person's exposure to English has been limited mainly to the classroom, with little extended contact with native speakers. It should be noted, however, that while a person at this level is not an independent user of the language and is not expected to cope with unmodified English, he/she would be able to function within a limited range of authentic English language situations.
Skill Area Descriptors
A person at this level is also required to demonstrate understanding of selected vocabulary in the context of the reading tasks described above
