CELPIP Speaking Task 3: Describing a Scene

CELPIP Speaking Task 3 Sample Answer: Going to the Cinema

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: Going to the Cinema

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 lively cinema scene captures the anticipation of a movie night with friends. The lobby is filled with the buzz of moviegoers, some buying tickets and others grabbing snacks like popcorn and soda. The group of friends walks toward the theater doors, excitedly chatting about the film they’re about to see. The cinema’s bright lights and eye-catching movie posters add to the electric atmosphere, while the sound of movie trailers playing in the background heightens the sense of excitement.

79 words

Good answer (transcript): around CLB 7–8

The scene shows a group of friends heading into the cinema for a movie night. The cinema lobby is bustling with people buying tickets and snacks like popcorn. The group excitedly discusses the movie while walking toward the theater doors. The bright lights and colorful movie posters on the walls set the tone for an enjoyable evening at the cinema.

60 words

Basic answer (transcript): around CLB 4–5

This picture shows a group of friends entering a cinema. They are walking toward the theater doors. There are people buying tickets and snacks, and the cinema is bright with posters on the walls.

34 words

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