Prepare responses to 2-3 CELPIP speaking tasks on a daily basis, send them for a check, learn them by heart and record videos
Task 1: Giving Advice
Question 1: Your friend is thinking about moving to another country for work but is unsure about the challenges. What advice would you give?
- Template:
- "I would suggest that you start by considering..."
- "It’s essential to take into account..."
- "Another point to keep in mind is..."
- Active Words: suggest, recommend, advise, consider, evaluate, prepare, focus on, weigh, highlight.
Question 2: A colleague wants to switch careers but is worried about financial stability. What would you recommend?
- Template:
- "If I were in your position, I would..."
- "It’s a good idea to..."
- "I strongly recommend that you..."
- Active Words: assess, transition, explore, prioritize, strategize, consult, plan.
Question 3: Your sibling is considering taking a gap year to travel. What advice would you give?
- Template:
- "You might want to consider..."
- "It’s worth thinking about..."
- "A key factor to evaluate is..."
- Active Words: encourage, plan, budget, explore, prepare, balance, evaluate.
Question 4: Your friend wants to adopt a healthier lifestyle but doesn’t know where to begin. What advice can you offer?
- Template:
- "I recommend starting with..."
- "It’s helpful to focus on..."
- "You could also try..."
- Active Words: adopt, prioritize, maintain, improve, focus, initiate, evaluate.
Question 5: A coworker is overwhelmed with too many responsibilities. How would you advise them to manage their workload?
- Template:
- "To handle this situation, I would suggest..."
- "A good way to manage this is by..."
- "You might also consider delegating..."
- Active Words: manage, balance, prioritize, delegate, streamline, strategize.
Task 2: Talking About a Personal Experience
Question 1: Talk about a time when you overcame a challenging situation. What happened, and what did you learn?
- Template:
- "I vividly remember when I faced..."
- "This experience taught me that..."
- "As a result, I learned to..."
- Active Words: overcome, handle, persevere, learn, grow, adapt, reflect.
Question 2: Describe an achievement you are proud of. What did you do, and why was it significant?
- Template:
- "One of my proudest achievements was..."
- "This was significant because..."
- "I realized that..."
- Active Words: accomplish, succeed, strive, contribute, achieve, realize, impact.
Question 3: Share a memorable trip you’ve taken. Where did you go, and what made it special?
- Template:
- "I’ll never forget the time I visited..."
- "What made this trip so memorable was..."
- "It allowed me to..."
- Active Words: explore, experience, enjoy, immerse, appreciate, discover.
Question 4: Talk about a time when you helped someone in need. What happened, and how did you feel?
- Template:
- "I once had the chance to help someone by..."
- "It felt incredibly rewarding because..."
- "This experience taught me..."
- Active Words: assist, support, contribute, empathize, impact, inspire.
Question 5: Recall a decision you made that changed your life. What was it, and why was it impactful?
- Template:
- "One life-changing decision I made was..."
- "It was impactful because..."
- "Looking back, I’m glad I decided to..."
- Active Words: decide, reflect, impact, shape, realize, influence, transform.
Task 3: Describing a Scene
Question 1: Describe a crowded city street during rush hour.
- Template:
- "The scene is bustling with..."
- "In the background, I notice..."
- "The atmosphere feels very..."
- Active Words: observe, notice, depict, illustrate, convey, showcase, highlight.
Question 2: Describe a picture of a peaceful park on a sunny afternoon.
- Template:
- "In this scene, you can see..."
- "The atmosphere is characterized by..."
- "One striking detail is..."
- Active Words: depict, capture, illustrate, observe, convey, portray.
Question 3: Describe a festive event, such as a birthday party or a wedding.
- Template:
- "The scene is filled with..."
- "People are enjoying activities like..."
- "It’s clear that the atmosphere is..."
- Active Words: celebrate, enjoy, participate, create, capture, experience.
Question 4: Talk about a busy farmers' market.
- Template:
- "The market is bustling with..."
- "Vendors are selling..."
- "The atmosphere feels..."
- Active Words: trade, interact, showcase, sell, browse, feature.
Question 5: Describe a serene beach at sunset.
- Template:
- "The scene is tranquil, with..."
- "The colors in the sky are..."
- "The atmosphere is very..."
- Active Words: relax, reflect, enjoy, observe, convey, highlight.
Task 4: Expressing Opinions
Question 1: Do you believe remote work is better than working in an office?
Question 2: Do you think children should have limited access to technology? Why or why not?
Question 3: Is it better to live in a small town or a big city? Explain your preference.
Question 4: Should schools focus more on academics or extracurricular activities? Why?
Question 5: Do you believe social media has a positive or negative impact on society? Explain your opinion.
Question 6: Is it more important to save money or to enjoy life by spending it? Why?
- Template: "In my opinion, I strongly believe that..."
- Active Words: argue, believe, support, prefer, emphasize.
Task 5: Making Predictions
Question 1: How do you think technology will change education in the next 10 years?
Question 2: How do you think technology will change the way people work in the next 10 years?
Question 3: What do you think will happen to the environment if people don’t reduce their use of plastic?
Question 4: How do you think education will evolve in the future with online learning?
Question 5: What will cities look like in 50 years with advancements in urban planning?
Question 6: Do you think people will travel to Mars within your lifetime? Why or why not?
- Template: "I predict that in the future..."
- Active Words: foresee, anticipate, expect, imagine.
Task 6: Discussing a Situation
Question 1: You forgot an important deadline. What would you do?
Question 2: You’ve lost your wallet at a restaurant. Explain what steps you would take.
Question 3: Your friend’s car broke down, and they need to get to work on time. Suggest a solution.
Question 4: Your boss asks for ideas to improve teamwork in the office. Share your suggestions.
Question 5: You’ve been invited to two events happening at the same time. How would you decide which one to attend?
Question 6: Your community is planning a cleanup day. Explain how you would organize and promote the event.
- Template: "To resolve this situation, I would..."
- Active Words: resolve, address, manage, handle, mitigate.
Task 7: Comparing and Persuading
Question 1: Your friend is deciding between buying a car and using public transportation. Compare the two and persuade them to choose one.
Question 2: A colleague is unsure whether to take an online or in-person course. Discuss the pros and cons of each and suggest the better option.
Question 3: Your family is debating between going to the mountains or the beach for vacation. Compare both options and convince them of your choice.
Question 4: Your friend is thinking of adopting a pet but is undecided between a dog and a cat. Compare the two and persuade them to choose one.
Question 5: A neighbor is unsure whether to renovate their home or move to a new one. Help them decide by comparing the options.
Task 8: Describing Unusual Situations
Question 1: You accidentally took someone else’s bag from the airport. Describe the situation and explain how you would resolve it.
Question 2: You were invited to a formal event but showed up in casual clothes. Explain how you would handle the situation.
Question 3: You missed your stop on public transport and ended up in an unfamiliar area. Describe what you would do next.
Question 4: You realize during a meeting that your phone hasn’t been silenced and starts ringing loudly. Explain how you would manage the situation.
Question 5: You are at a friend’s house and accidentally break a valuable item. Describe the situation and explain how you would address it.