CELPIP Speaking Task 4 Sample Answer: Teacher
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
The image portrays an active classroom setting where a teacher is explaining something on the whiteboard as students diligently take notes. Several students have their hands raised, suggesting engagement. Rain patters outside, keeping the windows closed, and the clock nears noon. I anticipate the teacher will proceed with the lesson, addressing the raised hands with thoughtful responses. The rain may taper off soon, possibly allowing a brief break as the noon hour approaches.
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Good answer (transcript): around CLB 7–8
This scene shows a classroom where a teacher is writing on the whiteboard, and students are jotting down notes. A few students have their hands raised, eager to participate. It’s raining outside, so the windows are shut, and the clock indicates it’s nearly noon. I predict the teacher will continue the lesson, answering the students’ questions, and the rain might lighten up after a while.
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Basic answer (transcript): around CLB 4–5
In this picture, a teacher is in a classroom. She’s writing on the board, and students are taking notes. Some students have their hands up. It’s raining outside, and the clock says almost noon. I think the teacher will keep teaching, and the students will ask questions. The rain might stop soon.
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