CELPIP Speaking Task 4 Sample Answer: Friends at the beach
By David
In this picture, what do you think will most probably happen next?
Preparation
30 seconds
Speaking
60 seconds
Picture
Same as Task 3
The question

In this picture, what do you think will most probably happen next?
Excellent answer (transcript): around CLB 11–12
Looking at this vibrant beach scene, I can foresee several developments. As the day continues, the group of friends will likely move between various activities. Some of the volleyball players will probably invite others to join the game, making it more competitive and lively. The children building sandcastles may soon run to the water to splash around in the gentle waves, and the adults will continue to relax under the umbrella, engaging in conversation and enjoying the beach snacks. The calm, sunny weather suggests that the boat in the distance may eventually approach the shore, possibly offering beachgoers a chance for a boat ride. Overall, this scene will likely evolve into a full day of beach fun, with everyone alternating between relaxation and play as the sun continues to shine
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Good answer (transcript): around CLB 7–8
This lively beach scene shows a group of friends enjoying a sunny day by the ocean. Some are sitting under an umbrella eating and chatting, while others are playing beach volleyball or walking along the shore. The children are busy building sandcastles, and the ocean looks calm. I predict that as the day goes on, the volleyball game will intensify, with more people joining in. The children might go closer to the water and play there. I also expect that some of the friends will take a break from volleyball and sit down to relax, enjoying snacks and drinks, while the boat in the distance may approach the shore.
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Basic answer (transcript): around CLB 4–5
In this picture, the group of friends is enjoying their time at the beach. Some people are sitting under an umbrella eating and chatting. There are kids building sandcastles, and a few people are playing volleyball. The ocean looks calm, and the weather is sunny. I think the kids will finish building their sandcastles and go play near the water. The people playing volleyball will probably keep playing, and the group will continue relaxing and having fun.
77 words
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