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CELPIP Speaking Task 5: Comparing and Persuading

CELPIP Speaking Task 5 Sample Answer: Reading News Online vs. Printed Newspapers

By David

You are deciding how to keep up with daily news. You can read news online or subscribe to a printed newspaper.

Choosing time
60 seconds
Preparation
60 seconds
Speaking
60 seconds

The question

You are deciding how to keep up with daily news. You can read news online or subscribe to a printed newspaper.

**Option 1:

-Reading News Online

-Instant updates

-Free or low-cost

-Access anywhere

-Interactive features (videos, comments)

**Option 2:

-Printed Newspaper

-Delivered daily

-No screen time

-Easy on the eyes

-Tangible, collectible

***Alternative Choice (Your Parent’s Preference):

Printed newspapers are traditional, easy to read without screens, and can be kept for reference.

Excellent answer (transcript): around CLB 11–12

I appreciate the tradition of reading printed newspapers and agree they’re gentle on the eyes and can be saved for future reference. However, reading news online is much more efficient and environmentally friendly. I get instant updates, interactive features, and can access news from anywhere. The convenience, speed, and variety of online news sources make them far superior to printed newspapers in today’s fast-paced world.

65 words

Good answer (transcript): around CLB 7–8

Although printed newspapers are easier on the eyes and nice to hold, I prefer reading news online. It’s faster and usually free. I can get the latest updates any time, and I can watch videos or read comments from other people. It’s just much more convenient for my lifestyle.

49 words

Basic answer (transcript): around CLB 4–5

I like reading news online. It is fast and free. I can read on my phone anywhere. Printed newspapers are good, but I do not want to wait for news. Online news is better for me.

36 words

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