Compact First provides B2-level students with thorough preparation and practice of the grammar, vocabulary, language skills, topics and exam skills needed for s uccess in Cambridge English: First, previously known as Cambridge First Certific ate in English (FCE). Ten units cover all five exam papers, focusing on one part of each paper in each unit. Reading and Listening texts cover all core Cambridg e English: First topics. Writing tasks include both sample and model answers, Sp eaking activities are designed to improve fluency and accuracy, and to help stud ents express themselves with confidence. Grammar for Use of English pages provid e additional focus on grammar, each unit includes a revision page. Vocabulary in put is at B2 level and is based on English Vocabulary Profile. Grammar and vocab ulary work is integrated in exam practice, including exercises informed by the C ambridge Learner Corpus.