Celpip Speaking Test 38

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

Your friend feels stuck in his current job but fears making a career change in his late 30s. What advice could you give to help him navigate this transition?

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

Recall an experience when you got caught in traffic or missed an important appointment. How did you handle the situation?

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.

Store Floor
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?

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

You want to save money monthly. 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 friend that the option you have selected is the superior one.

50/30/20 Bugeting Rule

50/30/20 Bugeting Rule

  • Simple to follow.
  • Divides income into needs, wants, savings.
  • Needs monthly tracking.
  • Great for beginners.
Cash Envelope System

Cash Envelope System

  • Visual and tangible control.
  • Helps avoid overspending.
  • Inconvenient for online purchases.
  • Physical envelopes for each category.
Part 2

Your friend is recommending another option which is on the right. Persuade him that your option which is on the left is superior by contrasting the two for him.

Cash Envelope System

Cash Envelope System

  • Visual and tangible control.
  • Helps avoid overspending.
  • Inconvenient for online purchases.
  • Physical envelopes for each category.
Automated Savings Transfer

Automated Savings Transfer

  • Set it and forget it.
  • Transfers money to savings account.
  • Less temptation to spend.
  • Needs steady income flow.
Preparation time: 60 seconds Recording time: 60 seconds
Task 6: Dealing with a difficult situation
Prep: 01:00
Speak: 01:00

Your artwork has been selected for an international exhibit, but you've portrayed a controversial issue, and your school fears it may damage its reputation. Choose ONE:
EITHER
Convince your school to allow your artwork to be displayed as-is.
OR
Convince the exhibit organizers to accept a revised version.

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

Question:  Some say that individuals should be required to perform community service as part of their education. What is your opinion? Explain your reasons.

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

You're walking through a busy street when a taxi pulls up beside you, but it looks nothing like an ordinary one. You instantly think your nature-loving sister would find it fascinating. Call her and describe exactly what makes this taxi so different, then ask if she thinks it's worth stopping to learn more about it.

Green Cab
Preparation time: 30 seconds | Recording time: 60 seconds

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