CELPIP Speaking Practice Test 8
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
Growing Herbs and Vegetables on a Balcony
Your friend Elena has a small, sunny balcony in her Toronto apartment, and she would like to grow some of her own herbs and vegetables this spring. However, she has never kept a plant alive for very long, and she doesn't know which plants are easy or how to look after them. Advise Elena on how she can start her balcony garden.
Sample answers for this task 1 · Task 1 strategy and template
Task 2: Talking about a Personal Experience
Preparation: 30 seconds · Speaking: 60 seconds
Missing Train Connection
Tell me about a time you missed a train connection. How did you handle the situation?
Sample answers for this task 2 · Task 2 strategy and template
Task 3: Describing a Scene
Preparation: 30 seconds · Speaking: 60 seconds
Café Tables Beside Rain-Streaked Windows
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
Cozy 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
Community Fitness Program
Your city is planning to launch a new fitness program. Two different types of fitness programs are being considered. You need to choose which one would be the best fit for the community. After making your choice, you’ll persuade others why your choice is the better option.
Option 1: Outdoor Group Fitness Classes
- Classes held in parks and open spaces
- Free for residents, available year-round
- Led by professional fitness instructors
- Focuses on group workouts like yoga, pilates, and circuit training
- Estimated cost: $10,000 for setup
- Expected completion time: 1 month
Option 2: Indoor Fitness Center
- Located in a gym with equipment like treadmills, weights, and machines
- Membership required, monthly fee applies
- Offers personalized training and fitness programs
- Available year-round in a controlled, air-conditioned environment
- Estimated cost: $20,000 for setup
- Expected completion time: 2 months
Your Supervisor’s Choice:
A series of online fitness videos
Free to access, available anytime
No personal interaction with trainers
Limited motivation and accountability
Estimated cost: $5,000 for setup
Expected completion time: 1 week
Sample answers for this task 5 · Task 5 strategy and template
Task 6: Dealing with a Difficult Situation
Preparation: 60 seconds · Speaking: 60 seconds
Children’s Birthday Party Entertainment Change
The entertainment for your child’s birthday party has fallen through, and you need to come up with a last-minute solution.
Choose ONE: EITHER Talk to your partner and explain why you think you should handle the entertainment change yourself.
OR Talk to a family member and explain why you think you should ask for their help with the entertainment issue.
Sample answers for this task 6 · Task 6 strategy and template
Task 7: Expressing Opinions
Preparation: 30 seconds · Speaking: 90 seconds
Anonymous Online Comments
Do you think people should be allowed to post anonymous comments online? 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
A Strange Noise in the House
You’re at home when you hear a strange noise coming from the basement. Describe what you heard and what you did.
Sample answers for this task 8 · Task 8 strategy and template
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