CELPIP Speaking: Opinions 2

Question 1

In the CELPIP Speaking 'Expressing Opinions' task, how much preparation time are you given before recording?

Accepted Answer

30 seconds

Answer

Task 4 (Making Predictions) and the opinion task allow 30 seconds to prepare.

Question 2

How long do you have to speak when responding to the opinion task on the CELPIP?

Accepted Answer

60 seconds

Answer

The Expressing Opinions task gives you 60 seconds of speaking time.

Question 3

What is the BEST way to begin an opinion response?

Accepted Answer

Stating your position clearly

Answer

A strong opinion answer opens by clearly stating which side you take.

Question 4

Which phrase best signals that you are giving a personal opinion?

Accepted Answer

In my view,

Answer

'In my view' clearly frames the statement as your own opinion.

Question 5

When asked to choose between two options, what should you avoid?

Accepted Answer

Refusing to pick a side

Answer

Staying neutral weakens an opinion response; you must commit to a choice.

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