APTIS APTIS Speaking: Interactive Task and Personal Questions 2

Question 1

In APTIS Speaking Part 4, candidates are asked to give an extended response on an abstract topic. What level does this primarily target?

Accepted Answer

B2–C (upper-intermediate to advanced)

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A1 (beginner)

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A2 (elementary)

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Pre-A (below basic)

Question 2

What should a candidate do if they do not understand a question in the APTIS Speaking test?

Accepted Answer

Ask politely for clarification or repetition

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Stay silent until time runs out

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Answer a different question instead

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Leave the speaking section

Question 3

In APTIS Speaking, which of the following demonstrates good use of linking language?

Accepted Answer

'I enjoy sports; for example, I play football regularly, and I also swim as a way to stay fit.'

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'I like sports. I play football. I also swim.'

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'Sports. Football. Swimming.'

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'I like sports because sports.'

Question 4

A candidate answers an APTIS Speaking question with only five words. How will this likely affect their score?

Accepted Answer

It will likely result in a lower score due to insufficient language production

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It will earn full marks for conciseness

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It will not affect the score at all

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It will earn extra marks for accuracy

Question 5

When asked 'Describe your ideal job,' which response structure best suits APTIS Speaking?

Accepted Answer

State a preference, give reasons, and add an example or contrast

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Say one noun: 'Doctor.'

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Ask the examiner to answer first

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Read a job description from memory

Question 6

In APTIS Speaking, 'range of vocabulary' refers to which candidate behavior?

Accepted Answer

Using a variety of appropriate words and expressions beyond basic terms

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Repeating the same words frequently

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Only using vocabulary from the question

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Avoiding adjectives and adverbs