CELSA Completing Conversations 3

Question 1

A: 'We're having a small get-together at our place Saturday night. Can you come?' B: '___'

Accepted Answer

That sounds great! What time should I arrive?

Answer

Accepting enthusiastically and asking a follow-up question shows genuine interest and moves plans forward.

Question 2

A: 'What do you feel like doing this weekend?' B: '___'

Accepted Answer

I hadn't really thought about it — do you have any ideas?

Answer

Being open and inviting the other person to suggest something keeps the conversation collaborative.

Question 3

A: 'Do you prefer coffee or tea in the morning?' B: '___'

Accepted Answer

Definitely coffee — I can't really function before my first cup.

Answer

Giving a clear personal preference with a touch of humor is the most natural conversational answer.

Question 4

A: 'Your presentation today was excellent — very well organized!' B: '___'

Accepted Answer

Thank you so much! I put a lot of time into organizing it.

Answer

Thanking someone genuinely and acknowledging the effort behind the compliment is the most gracious response.

Question 5

A: 'I was thinking we could go hiking, but the forecast shows rain all day.' B: '___'

Accepted Answer

Why don't we visit that new museum downtown instead?

Answer

Proposing an alternative activity that works around the obstacle keeps the plans moving forward.

(CELSA) Combined English Language Skills Assessment Practice Test