CELPIP Speaking Task 3: Describing a Scene

CELPIP Speaking Task 3 Sample Answer: A Beach at Sunset

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.

Preparation

30 seconds

Speaking

60 seconds

Picture

A detailed illustration

The question

CELPIP Speaking Task 3 practice picture: A Beach at Sunset

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.

Excellent answer (transcript): around CLB 11–12

This tranquil beach scene at sunset beautifully captures the calming essence of nature. The sky is a masterpiece, with warm hues of orange, pink, and purple blending together as the sun sets. A few people stroll along the shoreline, their footsteps soft in the sand, while others sit in quiet reflection, enjoying the breathtaking view. The waves gently kiss the shore, adding to the serene atmosphere, making it a perfect moment of peaceful solitude.

74 words

Good answer (transcript): around CLB 7–8

The scene depicts a peaceful beach at sunset. The sky is painted in beautiful shades of orange, pink, and purple. A few people are walking along the shore, while others are sitting, soaking in the peaceful atmosphere. The waves are gently crashing on the beach, creating a relaxing sound.

49 words

Basic answer (transcript): around CLB 4–5

This picture shows a beach at sunset. The sky is colorful with shades of orange, pink, and purple. Some people are walking along the shore, and others are sitting on the sand. The waves look calm.

36 words

The CLBs are estimates of the level each sample was written at, not official CELPIP scores. How we estimate CLB