CAE CAE Speaking 2

Question 1

Which of the following phrases best demonstrates turn-taking in CAE Speaking Part 3?

Accepted Answer

'What do you think about this one?'

Answer

'I've finished now, your turn.'

Answer

'No, that's wrong.'

Answer

'I don't want to discuss that image.'

Question 2

In CAE Speaking Part 2, a candidate is comparing two photographs of celebrations. Which opening is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

'Both pictures show celebrations, but the first seems more formal while the second looks relaxed.'

Answer

'I don't really like celebrations.'

Answer

'The pictures have people in them who are happy.'

Answer

'Picture one is taken in a room. Picture two is outside.'

Question 3

What does 'discourse management' mean in CAE Speaking assessment?

Accepted Answer

Organising and connecting ideas clearly within and between turns

Answer

Using formal vocabulary only

Answer

Speaking without any pauses

Answer

Correcting grammatical errors while speaking

Question 4

Why is it important to speculate rather than state facts in CAE Speaking Part 2 photo tasks?

Accepted Answer

Photographs are ambiguous, so speculation shows language flexibility and avoids false claims

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Speculation is marked more generously than factual statements

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Examiners specifically instruct candidates to avoid factual statements

Answer

Stating facts requires more advanced vocabulary

Question 5

In CAE Speaking Part 4, what typically happens?

Accepted Answer

The interlocutor asks both candidates questions related to the themes of Part 3

Answer

Candidates return to their Part 2 photographs for further analysis

Answer

Candidates deliver a two-minute prepared talk

Answer

Candidates read a short text aloud for pronunciation assessment

Question 6

Which strategy best demonstrates 'interactive communication' skills in CAE Speaking?

Accepted Answer

Building on your partner's ideas and responding to what they say

Answer

Speaking continuously without pausing for your partner

Answer

Memorising and reciting prepared phrases

Answer

Correcting your partner's grammatical mistakes politely