CELPIP Speaking Task 4 Sample Answer: Traffic Jam
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 depicts a typical rush hour scene at a busy city intersection, with cars backed up in traffic and people waiting to cross the street. Some individuals are checking their phones, while others are observing the slow-moving vehicles. I predict that the traffic will continue to be heavy, with cars moving slowly, and more buses will likely pass through. The pedestrians will likely remain at the crosswalk until it’s safe to cross, and the overall atmosphere will remain tense as people wait for the traffic to clear.
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Good answer (transcript): around CLB 7–8
The scene shows a busy city intersection during rush hour. Cars are in heavy traffic, and people are waiting at the crosswalk. Some are checking their phones, while others are watching the traffic. I imagine that the traffic will continue to move slowly, and more buses will pass by. The people waiting will likely remain at the crosswalk until they can cross safely.
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Basic answer (transcript): around CLB 4–5
This picture shows a busy intersection. Cars are stuck in traffic, and people are waiting at the crosswalk. Some are looking at their phones, and others are watching the cars. The traffic will probably keep moving slowly, and the bus will keep driving by.
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