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CELPIP Speaking Task 3: Describing a Scene

CELPIP Speaking Task 3 Sample Answer: A Pet Store

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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 Pet Store

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 pet store scene is filled with an array of animals, from playful puppies and kittens in cages to exotic fish swimming in tanks. Customers wander through the aisles, some stopping to interact with the pets, while others consult with the store assistant about the best products for their pets. The shelves are filled with an impressive variety of pet food, toys, and accessories, catering to the needs of any animal lover. The store’s cozy atmosphere and the gentle sounds of animals create a welcoming space for all pet enthusiasts.

90 words

Good answer (transcript): around CLB 7–8

This is a lively pet store scene, where various animals are housed in cages and tanks. Customers are browsing the selection, some observing the pets while others are chatting with the store assistant. The shelves are stocked with pet food, toys, and accessories, offering a wide variety of items for pet care. The store is clean and well-organized, and the atmosphere feels warm and welcoming for pet lovers.

68 words

Basic answer (transcript): around CLB 4–5

This picture shows a pet store with animals in cages. Some people are looking at the pets, and others are talking to the store assistant. There are shelves with pet food and toys, and the store looks like a good place to shop for pets.

45 words

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