CELPIP Speaking Practice Test 49
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
Studying for Language Proficiency Exams
Your friend is nervous about an upcoming language proficiency exam and wants advice on how to study effectively.
Sample answers for this task 1 · Task 1 strategy and template
Task 2: Talking about a Personal Experience
Preparation: 30 seconds · Speaking: 60 seconds
Moving to a New City Without Knowing Anyone There
Describe a situation when you moved to a new city without knowing anyone there. What did you do, and how did it turn out?
Sample answers for this task 2 · Task 2 strategy and template
Task 3: Describing a Scene
Preparation: 30 seconds · Speaking: 60 seconds
A Botanical Garden in Spring
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
Coffee Shop
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
Attending Live Theater Performances vs. Watching Movies
Your city is offering discounted tickets for both live theater shows and movie screenings this month. Which form of entertainment would you rather choose?
Option 1:
- Live Theater
- Unique experience every performance
- Direct interaction with actors
- Tickets are often more expensive
- Limited showtimes
**Option 2:
- Movies
- Convenient schedules and locations
- Affordable ticket prices
- High-quality special effects
- Less interactive, pre-recorded
***Alternative Choice (Your Friend’s Preference):
Watching movies is easy, budget-friendly, and offers lots of options for different tastes and schedules.
Sample answers for this task 5 · Task 5 strategy and template
Task 6: Dealing with a Difficult Situation
Preparation: 60 seconds · Speaking: 60 seconds
Reporting a Plumbing Issue to Landlord
You've discovered a leaking pipe in your apartment that's causing water damage, but it's after hours, and repairs might require access during your absence. Your landlord prefers advance notice. You must inform them urgently yet considerately.
Choice:
Either
Talk to your landlord and explain the plumbing problem's severity, requesting immediate inspection and offering access times.
OR
Talk to your landlord and explain how the issue developed, suggesting they send a preferred plumber while you're away.
Sample answers for this task 6 · Task 6 strategy and template
Task 7: Expressing Opinions
Preparation: 30 seconds · Speaking: 90 seconds
Prohibiting Animal Testing for Cosmetics Globally
Do you think animal testing for cosmetic products should be banned worldwide? Discuss ethical concerns and alternative methods.
Sample answers for this task 7 · Task 7 strategy and template
Task 8: Describing an Unusual Situation
Preparation: 30 seconds · Speaking: 60 seconds
A Mural Painting Itself with New Scenes Daily
You find a mural that seems to paint itself, changing its scenes every day without any artist visible. Describe this magical mural.
Sample answers for this task 8 · Task 8 strategy and template
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