Early units are manageable (B1+), but by Unit 10–15, the transformations and word formations get genuinely challenging – good exam preparation.
Each unit focuses on a specific grammar point (e.g., conditionals, reported speech, modals) and a lexical theme (e.g., work, travel, emotions). The vocabulary sections include collocations, phrasal verbs, and prepositions – exactly what you need for B2.
If you have a blurry or skewed scan, the tiny text in word formation boxes becomes hard to read. Try to find a clean, text-searchable PDF. fce use of english 1 pdf
This is strictly B1+ to B2. If your level is A2, you’ll struggle with the open cloze and transformations.
Self-learners, teachers needing extra worksheets, students who’ve finished a B2 course book. Not ideal for: Absolute beginners, or those wanting only digital interactive exercises. Early units are manageable (B1+), but by Unit
PDF version (scanned/unofficial) & original print layout. ✅ What’s great about it 1. Exam-style tasks from the start The book mimics the real Use of English paper: multiple-choice cloze, open cloze, word formation, key word transformations. Even the PDF version keeps the clean, two-page unit layout.
The instructions are simple, and the layout is intuitive. You can work through it alone, 20–30 minutes a day. ❌ Potential downsides (especially with the PDF) 1. No audio (but not essential for Use of English ) – the paper focuses on reading & language use, so this isn’t a big loss. If you have a blurry or skewed scan,
★★★★☆ (4.5/5) Deducted half a star only because the PDF experience depends on scan quality – the original book itself is a 5/5.