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CELPIP Speaking Practice Test 31

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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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Tasks
8
Time
about 15–20 minutes

Task 1: Giving Advice

Preparation: 30 seconds · Speaking: 90 seconds

Staying Motivated to Study

Your classmate is struggling to stay motivated while studying for exams and often procrastinates. They’ve asked for your advice on how to stay focused and keep studying. Give them some tips.

Sample answers for this task 1 · Task 1 strategy and template

Task 2: Talking about a Personal Experience

Preparation: 30 seconds · Speaking: 60 seconds

Saving Money for a Goal

Describe a time when you saved money for something important. What were you saving for, how did you save, and how did this experience affect you?

Sample answers for this task 2 · Task 2 strategy and template

Task 3: Describing a Scene

Preparation: 30 seconds · Speaking: 60 seconds

A Science Museum

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.

CELPIP Speaking Task 3 practice picture: A Science Museum

Sample answers for this task 3 · Task 3 strategy and template

Task 4: Making Predictions

Preparation: 30 seconds · Speaking: 60 seconds

a Big Bookstore

In this picture, what do you think will most probably happen next?

CELPIP Speaking Task 4 practice picture: a Big Bookstore

Sample answers for this task 4 · Task 4 strategy and template

Task 5: Comparing and Persuading

Preparation: 60 seconds · Speaking: 60 seconds

Electric Scooters vs. Traditional Bicycles for Commuting

Your city is promoting eco-friendly commuting. You must choose between using an electric scooter or a traditional bicycle for your daily commute to work.

**Option 1:

E-lectric Scooter

  • Speed up to 25 km/h
  • Rechargeable battery, range 25 km
  • No pedaling required
  • Monthly maintenance: $15

**Option 2:

  • Traditional Bicycle
  • No battery required
  • Speed up to 15 km/h
  • Regular pedaling for exercise
  • Monthly maintenance: $10

***Alternative Choice (Your Friend’s Preference):

Traditional Bicycle: Reliable, affordable, encourages physical activity, and does not depend on charging.

Sample answers for this task 5 · Task 5 strategy and template

Task 6: Dealing with a Difficult Situation

Preparation: 60 seconds · Speaking: 60 seconds

Roommate Eating Your Food

Your roommate keeps eating your food without asking.

Choose ONE: EITHER Talk to your roommate and explain that you’re upset they’ve been eating your food without permission and ask them to stop. OR Talk to a friend and explain why you think your roommate should respect your space and food.

Sample answers for this task 6 · Task 6 strategy and template

Task 7: Expressing Opinions

Preparation: 30 seconds · Speaking: 90 seconds

Do you think voting should be mandatory for all eligible citizens?

Do you think voting should be compulsory for all eligible voters? Explain your opinion, considering how mandatory voting might affect democracy, citizen participation, and political awareness.

Sample answers for this task 7 · Task 7 strategy and template

Task 8: Describing an Unusual Situation

Preparation: 30 seconds · Speaking: 60 seconds

A Bicycle Transforming Into a Boat on a Canal

You see a bicycle parked near a canal suddenly change shape and transform into a small boat floating on the water. Describe this unusual event to a friend who cannot see it, focusing on the transformation and what makes it so surprising.

Sample answers for this task 8 · Task 8 strategy and template

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