DET Section 1: Literacy & Vocabulary

Adaptive reading and vocabulary assessment aligned with CEFR levels A2–C2

About This Section

~15 minutes

Estimated duration

Adaptive

CEFR-based progression

1 Token

Per completed attempt

Question Types:

  • • Read & Select: Choose the real English word from options
  • • Complete the Sentences: Fill in missing words (cloze)
  • • Short Reading Comprehension: Answer questions about brief passages

How Adaptive Testing Works

The test starts at B1 level and adjusts difficulty based on your performance. Answer correctly to see harder questions (B2, C1, C2), or receive easier ones (A2) if needed. Your final score reflects the highest level you can consistently handle.

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What to Expect:

  • The test adapts to your level - starts at B1 and adjusts based on performance
  • You'll see a mix of vocabulary and reading comprehension questions
  • Take your time - there's no strict time limit, but aim for ~15 minutes
  • You can't pause once started, so find a quiet place to focus

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Your Attempt History

Your previous attempts will appear here after you complete your first test.

Scoring & Results

Your performance is scored on a 10–160 scale (DET Literacy subscore) and mapped to a CEFR level (A2, B1, B2, C1, or C2).

After completing the section, you'll receive:

  • Your scaled Literacy & Vocabulary score
  • CEFR level estimate
  • Breakdown by question type (vocabulary vs. reading)
  • Detailed review of each question and your answers

Note: This is a simulation for practice purposes. Scores are estimates and not official Duolingo English Test results.