CAE CAE Speaking

Question 1

How many candidates usually take the CAE Speaking test at the same time?

Accepted Answer

Two candidates with two examiners

Answer

The CAE Speaking test is typically conducted in pairs — two candidates with two examiners (an interlocutor and an assessor).

Question 2

Approximately how long does the CAE Speaking test last?

Accepted Answer

15 minutes

Answer

The CAE Speaking test lasts approximately 15 minutes for a pair of candidates, divided across four parts.

Question 3

In CAE Speaking Part 2, what must each candidate do?

Accepted Answer

Talk about two photographs for one minute, then comment on their partner's turn

Answer

In Part 2, each candidate speaks individually for about a minute about two photographs and then briefly comments on what their partner said.

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of CAE Speaking Part 3 (collaborative task)?

Accepted Answer

To assess candidates' ability to negotiate, discuss, and reach a decision together

Answer

Part 3 requires the two candidates to collaborate, exchange ideas, negotiate, and reach a shared decision based on visual prompts.

Question 5

In CAE Speaking, which aspect is NOT directly assessed?

Accepted Answer

Knowledge of British cultural history

Answer

CAE Speaking assesses grammar, vocabulary, discourse management, pronunciation, and interactive communication — not factual knowledge of culture.

CAE - Cambridge English Advanced Practice Test