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CELPIP Speaking Task 5: Comparing and Persuading

CELPIP Speaking Task 5 Sample Answer: Community Fitness Program

By David

Your town is planning a new fitness program for residents. You need to choose one option and convince the town council why it’s better than the other option and their suggestion.

Choosing time
60 seconds
Preparation
60 seconds
Speaking
60 seconds

The question

Your town is planning a new fitness program for residents. You need to choose one option and convince the town council why it’s better than the other option and their suggestion.

Option 1: Outdoor Fitness Classes

-Offers free yoga and exercise classes in local parks

-Encourages community participation and fresh air

-Estimated cost: $15,000 for setup

-Expected completion time: 2 months

Option 2: Building a Small Gym

-Constructs a gym with basic equipment for year-round use

-Provides a controlled environment for workouts

-Estimated cost: $60,000 for setup

-Expected completion time: 6 months

Your Town Council’s Choice:

-Distributing fitness pamphlets

-Provides workout tips but no active participation

-Estimated cost: $5,000 for setup

-Expected completion time: 1 month

Excellent answer (transcript): around CLB 11–12

While the council’s pamphlet idea is a low-cost starting point, I strongly advocate for the Outdoor Fitness Classes as the superior option. This initiative not only promotes physical activity at a reasonable cost and swift timeline, but also fosters social connection and leverages our town’s natural spaces. Constructing a gym, though beneficial for year-round use, demands a hefty investment and prolonged construction period, which could delay community engagement. Pamphlets, while informative, lack the hands-on encouragement people need to adopt healthier habits. The Outdoor Fitness Classes offer an immediate, inclusive, and cost-effective solution that aligns with both wellness and community-building goals.

100 words

Good answer (transcript): around CLB 7–8

In my opinion, the Outdoor Fitness Classes are the best option for our town. They’re affordable, quick to set up, and let people enjoy exercise in the fresh air while building community spirit. Building a gym would be nice, but it’s expensive and takes too long to finish. The council’s idea of pamphlets might give information, but it doesn’t get people active. I believe outdoor classes are the most practical and fun choice.

73 words

Basic answer (transcript): around CLB 4–5

I think Outdoor Fitness Classes are the best choice. They are cheap and fast to start, and people can exercise outside together. Building a gym costs too much and takes a long time. The pamphlets are not good because they don’t help people move. Outdoor classes are better for everyone.

50 words

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