CELPIP Speaking Skills & Oral Communication 3 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: In Task 3 (Describing a Scene), what are you expected to do?
- Describe a picture in detail to someone who cannot see it (Correct answer)
- Predict the future of the scene
- Argue for or against an issue
- Read instructions aloud
Correct answer: Describe a picture in detail to someone who cannot see it
Describing a Scene requires detailed description of a picture for a listener who cannot see it.
Question 2: Which language feature is most useful in Task 3 to organize spatial description?
- Prepositions of place like 'on the left', 'behind', 'next to' (Correct answer)
- Past perfect tense only
- Conditional clauses
- Reported speech
Correct answer: Prepositions of place like 'on the left', 'behind', 'next to'
Prepositions of place help you describe where people and objects are located in the scene.
Question 3: In Task 5 (Comparing and Persuading), what is the main goal?
- Choose between two options and persuade someone of your choice (Correct answer)
- Describe a memory
- Predict an outcome
- Complain about a service
Correct answer: Choose between two options and persuade someone of your choice
Comparing and Persuading asks you to compare two options and convince a person to accept your preference.
Question 4: Which phrase best signals persuasion in Task 5?
- 'I really think this option is better because...' (Correct answer)
- 'Once upon a time...'
- 'In the picture I can see...'
- 'I am not sure about anything.'
Correct answer: 'I really think this option is better because...'
Persuasive language states a clear preference and supports it with reasons.
Question 5: In Task 6 (Dealing with a Difficult Situation), you must usually choose to do what?
- Pick one of two courses of action and explain it to a relevant person (Correct answer)
- Read a poem
- Describe a photo
- Predict the weather
Correct answer: Pick one of two courses of action and explain it to a relevant person
This task presents a problem with two options, and you choose one and communicate it appropriately.
Question 6: Why is tone important in Task 6 (Difficult Situation)?
- The situation is sensitive, so a polite, appropriate tone improves your score (Correct answer)
- Tone is never assessed
- You should sound angry
- Tone only matters in writing
Correct answer: The situation is sensitive, so a polite, appropriate tone improves your score
Choosing an appropriate, respectful tone shows you can handle delicate interactions effectively.
Question 7: In Task 7 (Expressing Opinions), what should you provide besides your opinion?
- Clear reasons and supporting details (Correct answer)
- Only a yes or no
- A description of a picture
- A personal story unrelated to the topic
Correct answer: Clear reasons and supporting details
Stating an opinion must be backed by reasons and examples to develop a strong response.
CELPIP Speaking Skills & Oral Communication 3
In Task 3 (Describing a Scene), what are you expected to do?