Review and Consolidation of B1 Grammar (B2)

Moving to the B2 level necessitates a solid and flexible command of all B1 grammar points. This initial stage focuses on ensuring that learners can use B1 structures accurately and appropriately before tackling the greater complexity and nuance of B2.

Key B1 Concepts Typically Reviewed and Solidified:

1. Tenses:

• Accurate use and distinction between Present, Perfect (V.T.T.), Imperfect (O.V.T.), Past Perfect (V.V.T.), and Future forms (zullen, present tense, gaan).
• Understanding the aspectual differences (e.g., ongoing vs. completed actions).

1. Conditional Mood (zouden):

• Forming and using the simple conditional (zouden + infinitive) for hypotheses, polite requests, advice.

1. Passive Voice (worden/zijn):

• Forming and using the passive in present, perfect, imperfect, and past perfect tenses.
• Understanding the difference between worden-passive (process) and zijn-passive (result).

1. Indirect Speech:

• Reporting statements, questions (yes/no and Wh-), and commands.
• Applying appropriate tense shifts and pronoun changes.
• Using of for reported yes/no questions and question words for Wh- questions.
• Using (om) te + infinitive or dat-clauses for reported commands/requests.

1. Subordinate Clauses and Conjunctions:

• Correct word order (verb(s) at the end) in clauses introduced by common conjunctions (dat, omdat, terwijl, als, wanneer) and more complex B1 conjunctions (hoewel, tenzij, mits, nadat, voordat).

1. The Word er:

• Consistent and correct use of er in its locational, quantitative, pronominal adverb, and presentational functions.

1. Word Order:

• Mastery of standard main clause order (SVO) and inversion (VSO) after initial non-subject elements or questions.
• Correct placement of adverbs, negation (niet/geen), and particles (in separable verbs).

1. Relative Clauses:

• Using die and dat correctly.
• Forming relative clauses with prepositions using preposition + wie (people) and waar- compounds (things).

1. te + Infinitive:

• Using (om) te + infinitive for purpose and after specific verbs and adjectives.
• Correct placement of te with separable verbs.

1. Adjective Declension:

• Applying the full rules for adding -e based on noun gender, number, and determiner.

1. Separable/Inseparable Verbs:

• Distinguishing between them (stress, prefix) and applying correct conjugation and word order patterns.

1. Verbs with Fixed Prepositions:

• Knowing common verb-preposition pairs and using them correctly, including forming pronominal adverbs.

Why Consolidate at B2 Start? B2 introduces more advanced grammar (subjunctive, conditional perfect, participle clauses, nominalization), demands greater accuracy, fluency, and understanding of nuance. A weak B1 foundation makes mastering these B2 concepts significantly harder. This review ensures learners can use B1 grammar flexibly and automatically, freeing up cognitive resources for new learning.