CELPIP Speaking Task 2: Talking about a Personal Experience

CELPIP Speaking Task 2 Sample Answer: An Unexpected Discovery

By David

Tell me about an unexpected discovery you made. What was it, and how did it impact you?

Preparation

30 seconds

Speaking

60 seconds

Tense

Mostly past tense

The question

Tell me about an unexpected discovery you made. What was it, and how did it impact you?

Excellent answer (transcript): around CLB 11–12

I once discovered a hidden room in my house when I was renovating. It was behind a wall, and inside was a collection of old books and artifacts. It was incredible to think that such a secret space had been there all along. The discovery sparked a deep interest in local history and even led me to research the previous owners of the house.

64 words

Good answer (transcript): around CLB 7–8

I discovered an old diary in my grandmother’s attic. It belonged to my great-grandmother, and it had stories from her life. Reading it gave me a deeper understanding of my family’s history and made me feel more connected to my roots.

41 words

Basic answer (transcript): around CLB 4–5

I once found an old coin while playing in my backyard. I didn’t know what it was at first, but then I learned it was valuable. I felt happy.

29 words

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