Celpip Speaking Test 19

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Practice freely or simulate real CELPIP conditions

Task 1: Giving Advice
Prep: 00:30
Speak: 01:30

A younger cousin of yours is debating whether to take a gap year to travel or go straight into a difficult university program. Give him advice on the pros and cons.

Preparation time: 30 seconds | Recording time: 90 seconds
Task 2: Talking about a Personal Experience
Prep: 00:30
Speak: 01:00

Talk about a time you had to rely on your intution rather than logic. Was it the right call?

Preparation time: 30 seconds | Recording time: 60 seconds
Task 3: Describing a Scene
Prep: 00:30
Speak: 01:00

Describe some things that are happening in the picture below as well as you can. The person you are speaking with cannot see the picture.

Community Park
Preparation time: 30 seconds | Recording time: 60 seconds
Task 4: Making Predictions
Prep: 00:30
Speak: 01:00

In this picture what do you think will most probably happen next?

Community Park
Preparation time: 30 seconds | Recording time: 60 seconds
Task 5: Comparing and Persuading
Prep: 01:00
Part 1

You are starting a home-based bakery and need a courier. You discover two options that are suitable. Using the images and information provided below, select the alternative that best suits your needs. You do not need to speak for this part. Within the following section, you will be required to convince your business partner that the option you have selected is the superior one.

Eco-Friendly Bike Courier

Eco-Friendly Bike Courier

  • Zero carbon emissions for delivery
  • Faster navigation through city traffic
  • Affordable rates for short distances
  • Appeals to environmentally-conscious customers.
National Express Van

National Express Van

  • Guaranteed temperature-contrlled storage
  • Professional tracking app for customers
  • Coverage for long-distance deliveries
  • Insurance included for damaged goods
Part 2

Your business partner is suggesting another one. Persuade him that your option which is on the left is superior by contrasting the two for him.

National Express Van

National Express Van

  • Guaranteed temperature-contrlled storage
  • Professional tracking app for customers
  • Coverage for long-distance deliveries
  • Insurance included for damaged goods
Local Independent Driver

Local Independent Driver

  • Most flexible pickup and drop-off times.
  • Personalized service and care for items.
  • Flat-rate fee regardless of distance.
  • Supports another local entrepreneur.
Preparation time: 60 seconds Recording time: 60 seconds
Task 6: Dealing with a difficult situation
Prep: 01:00
Speak: 01:00

You received two job offers on the same day, but accepting one means turning down the other, and both companies are pressuring you for a quick decision. Choose ONE:
EITHER
Talk to the first company. Explain that you need more time or decline politely.
OR
Talk to the second company. Communicate your decision if you've chosen the other offer.

Preparation time: 60 seconds | Recording time: 60 seconds
Task 7: Expressing Opinion
Prep: 00:30
Speak: 01:30

Question:  Should fast fashion brands be heavily taxed or fined for producing low-quality clothing that quickly becomes waste? Explain your viewpoint.

Preparation time: 30 seconds | Recording time: 90 seconds
Task 8: Describing an Unusual Situation
Prep: 00:30
Speak: 01:00

You found a small carved wooden box on the top shelf of your new apartment closet. Inside, there is an old handwritten letter that is not addressed to you. Describe the box and letter and ask the building manager if they recognize the names or know who the box belongs to.

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Location: Vadodara, Gujarat

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