CELPIP Speaking Practice Test 23
By David
A complete CELPIP Speaking practice test: all 8 tasks in the real test order. For each task, read the prompt, prepare for the preparation time, then record yourself on your phone for the speaking time and stop when it ends. Then compare with the sample answers for each task.
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Task 1: Giving Advice
Preparation: 30 seconds · Speaking: 90 seconds
Choosing a University
Your younger sibling is trying to decide which university to attend after high school. They’re feeling confused because there are so many options, and they don’t know what to consider. Give them advice on how to choose the right university.
Sample answers for this task 1 · Task 1 strategy and template
Task 2: Talking about a Personal Experience
Preparation: 30 seconds · Speaking: 60 seconds
A Morning Routine Change
Tell me about a time when you changed your morning routine. What did you change, why did you do it, and how did it affect your day?
Sample answers for this task 2 · Task 2 strategy and template
Task 3: Describing a Scene
Preparation: 30 seconds · Speaking: 60 seconds
A Busy Hospital Waiting Room
Describe some things that are happening in the picture below as well as you can. The person with whom you are speaking cannot see the picture.

Sample answers for this task 3 · Task 3 strategy and template
Task 4: Making Predictions
Preparation: 30 seconds · Speaking: 60 seconds
Lakeside
In this picture, what do you think will most probably happen next?

Sample answers for this task 4 · Task 4 strategy and template
Task 5: Comparing and Persuading
Preparation: 60 seconds · Speaking: 60 seconds
City Road Improvement Project
The city council is considering a road improvement project with two different plans. You need to choose which one is best for the community. After making your decision, you’ll persuade the council why your choice is better.
Option 1: Widening Major Roads
- Expands lanes on busy roads to reduce traffic congestion
- Allows for faster commutes and more vehicles to pass through
- Estimated cost: $50,000 for setup
- Expected completion time: 4 months
Option 2: Adding Bike Lanes and Pedestrian Paths
- Adds separate lanes for cyclists and wider sidewalks for pedestrians
- Promotes eco-friendly transportation and reduces traffic
- Estimated cost: $30,000 for setup
- Expected completion time: 3 months
Your City Council’s Choice:
- Paving existing streets
- Improves road conditions without changing the layout
- Estimated cost: $10,000 for setup
- Expected completion time: 2 months
Sample answers for this task 5 · Task 5 strategy and template
Task 6: Dealing with a Difficult Situation
Preparation: 60 seconds · Speaking: 60 seconds
Gym Equipment Malfunction
You were using the gym’s equipment, and it suddenly broke down. You’re unsure what to do next.
Choose ONE: EITHER Talk to the gym staff and explain that the equipment is broken and ask if they can repair it or offer an alternative. OR Talk to a friend and explain why you think you should wait for the equipment to be fixed before using it again.
Sample answers for this task 6 · Task 6 strategy and template
Task 7: Expressing Opinions
Preparation: 30 seconds · Speaking: 90 seconds
Mandatory Recycling Programs
Do you think recycling should be mandatory for everyone in your country? Why or why not?
Sample answers for this task 7 · Task 7 strategy and template
Task 8: Describing an Unusual Situation
Preparation: 30 seconds · Speaking: 60 seconds
Surprising Street Performer with an Animal
While strolling through a busy street, you see a street performer accompanied by an unusual animal companion. Describe the performance and the animal’s role in it.
Sample answers for this task 8 · Task 8 strategy and template
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