CELPIP Speaking Task 3: Describing a Scene

CELPIP Speaking Task 3 Sample Answer: A Sunrise Over a Desert

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 Sunrise Over a Desert

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 stunning desert sunrise captures the raw beauty of nature’s vastness. The sun slowly rises above the horizon, bathing the expansive sand dunes in a soft golden glow. The sky, painted in hues of orange and pink, complements the peaceful stillness of the scene. Scattered cacti add character to the desert landscape, making it a tranquil

56 words

Good answer (transcript): around CLB 7–8

The scene depicts a beautiful desert at sunrise, where the sun is beginning to rise over the horizon, casting a warm golden light across the sand dunes. The sky is painted in soft shades of orange and pink, while scattered cacti add to the desert landscape. The air looks calm, creating a serene atmosphere.

54 words

Basic answer (transcript): around CLB 4–5

This picture shows a desert at sunrise. The sun is just coming up, and the sand dunes look golden. There are some cacti in the foreground, and the sky is orange and pink.

33 words

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