CELPIP Speaking Task 1: Giving Advice

CELPIP Speaking Task 1 Sample Answer: Dealing with Noisy Neighbors

Your friend just moved into a new apartment, but their neighbors are often noisy, making it hard to relax or sleep. They ask you for advice on how to handle the situation.

Preparation

30 seconds

Speaking

90 seconds

Listener

Someone you know well

The question

Your friend just moved into a new apartment, but their neighbors are often noisy, making it hard to relax or sleep. They ask you for advice on how to handle the situation.

Excellent answer (transcript): around CLB 11–12

Having noisy neighbors can really affect your quality of life, so addressing it calmly is important. I recommend having a friendly conversation with your neighbors and explaining how the noise impacts you—they may not realize it’s a problem. If the noise persists, consider using noise-canceling headphones or white noise to help you relax. As a last resort, involve your landlord or building management, as they often have procedures for handling noise complaints. This way, you maintain a good relationship while ensuring your comfort.

83 words

Good answer (transcript): around CLB 7–8

Dealing with noisy neighbors can be stressful, but the first step is to politely talk to them about the issue. Often, people aren’t aware they’re being too loud. If things don’t improve, try using earplugs or a white noise machine to block out the sound. If it still continues, you should speak with your landlord or building manager to find a solution.

62 words

Basic answer (transcript): around CLB 4–5

If your neighbors are noisy, you should talk to them politely and explain your problem. Maybe they don’t know they are loud. You can also use earplugs or play soft music to help you sleep. If the noise doesn’t stop, you can ask your landlord for help.

47 words

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