CELPIP Speaking Practice Test 4

Your friend Sofia loves reading and has just been invited to join a monthly book club at her neighbourhood library in Winnipeg. She is excited, but she is shy about sharing her opinions with a group of strangers, and she is nervous because each member takes a turn picking the book. Advise Sofia on how she can get ready for the club and enjoy it.

Tell me about your first online purchase. What did you buy, and how was the experience?

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.

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

The local library is considering expanding its resources to better serve the community. You need to choose between two options for the expansion. After choosing your preferred option, you’ll persuade the library board why it is the better choice.

Option 1: Digital Library Services

• Online access to e-books, audiobooks, and online courses
• Allows members to access materials remotely
• Reduces need for physical space for books
• Estimated cost: $20,000 for setup
• Expected completion time: 3 months

Option 2: Expanded Physical Library

• Adds more space for physical books, magazines, and study areas
• Offers a quiet space for reading and group study
• Attracts those who prefer tangible resources
• Estimated cost: $25,000 for setup
• Expected completion time: 4 months

Your Library Board’s Choice:

• Adding more public computers for internet access
• Provides internet access for those without it
• Limited to a specific group of users
• Estimated cost: $15,000 for setup
• Expected completion time: 2 months

You missed an important call from your elderly parent, and they are upset. You want to explain why you couldn’t answer and reassure them.

Choose ONE: EITHER Talk to your parents and explain why you missed the call and assure them it won’t happen again. OR Talk to a sibling and explain why you think your parent might be overreacting to the missed call.

Do you think hospitals should allow the use of portable electronic devices like smartphones in patient areas? Why or why not?

You’re in a vintage shop and come across a music box that plays a song in a very unusual way. Describe the music box and explain what makes it interesting.