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Goethe-Zertifikat A1 Exam: Format, Structure & Practice

The Goethe-Zertifikat A1 is the official German language certification for CEFR Level A1. The exam has 35 tasks in total. You pass with at least 60 of 100 points on the whole exam.

Exam Modules & Components

• Reading Comprehension (Lesen)Sample questions & format guide
• Listening Comprehension (Hören)Sample questions & format guide
• Written Expression (Schreiben)Sample questions & format guide
• Oral Examination (Sprechen)Sample questions & format guide

Passing Criteria & Scoring

The exam is scored out of 100 points, and you pass with 60 points (60%) or more. Reading, Listening, Writing and Speaking count towards one result. The exam is not modular: you cannot pass or re-sit single modules. If you fail, you sit the whole exam again.