CELPIP Speaking Practice Test 7

Your friend Kwame just moved into his first apartment in Montreal, and he has been ordering takeout almost every night. He wants to start cooking his own meals, but he has never cooked before, and he is afraid of burning food and wasting money. He also doesn't know which kitchen tools or ingredients to buy. Advise Kwame on how he can learn to cook.

Tell me about a time when you supported a friend in need. What was the situation, and how did you help them?

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?

Your school is planning activities for an upcoming break. Two options have been proposed for the activities. You need to choose one and explain why it's better than the other.

Option 1: Outdoor Adventure Trip

• Students go on a day trip to a nearby mountain or hiking trail
• Includes team-building activities and exploration
• Provides opportunities for physical exercise and relaxation
• Estimated cost: $4,000 for the trip
• Expected completion time: 1 week

Option 2: Movie Marathon

• Students watch a series of movies in the school theater
• Includes breaks for snacks and discussion
• Fun and relaxing, but no physical activity
• Estimated cost: $2,000 for setup
• Expected completion time: 3 days

Your Principal’s Choice:

• A talent show
• Students perform in front of an audience
• Fun, but requires a lot of preparation
• Estimated cost: $1,500 for setup
• Expected completion time: 1 week

There has been a recent change in the bus route, making your daily commute longer and more inconvenient. You want to address this issue.

Choose ONE: EITHER Talk to the bus company and explain how the new route is affecting your commute and ask if there’s any possibility of adjusting the route.

OR Talk to a coworker and explain why you think the new bus route should be reconsidered by the bus company.

Do you think there should be a fee for using single-use items, like plastic bags and straws? Why or why not?

You receive a package at home, but it’s addressed to someone you don’t know. Describe the situation to a friend.