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CELPIP Speaking Task 5: Comparing and Persuading

CELPIP Speaking Task 5 Sample Answer: Restaurant Menu Update

By David

Your restaurant is considering updating its menu. Two options are being considered, and you need to choose the one that will be most effective. After making your decision, you’ll persuade the restaurant owner why your…

Choosing time
60 seconds
Preparation
60 seconds
Speaking
60 seconds

The question

Your restaurant is considering updating its menu. Two options are being considered, and you need to choose the one that will be most effective. After making your decision, you’ll persuade the restaurant owner why your choice is better.

Option 1: Health-Conscious Menu

-Focus on low-calorie, vegetarian, and gluten-free options

-Includes fresh, local ingredients and organic produce

-Attracts health-conscious customers

-Estimated cost: $10,000 for development

-Expected completion time: 1 month

Option 2: International Cuisine Menu

-Features dishes from around the world

-Includes a variety of spices, meats, and flavors

-Appeals to customers who enjoy adventurous food experiences

-Estimated cost: $12,000 for development

-Expected completion time: 1.5 months

Your Restaurant Owner’s Choice:

-A simplified menu with classic comfort food

-Focus on popular, familiar dishes

-Lower cost and quick implementation

-Estimated cost: $5,000 for development

-Expected completion time: 2 weeks

Excellent answer (transcript): around CLB 11–12

I understand your suggestion for the simplified menu, but I’m confident the Health-Conscious Menu would be the best choice for our restaurant. As dietary preferences shift toward healthier eating, this menu will attract a growing market of health-conscious consumers. The International Cuisine Menu is exciting but requires a significant investment and may not appeal to everyone. While the simplified menu is quick and affordable, it lacks the unique appeal that would differentiate our restaurant from competitors. The Health-Conscious Menu provides a fresh and modern option that will not only satisfy current trends but also position our restaurant as a forward-thinking establishment.

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Good answer (transcript): around CLB 7–8

I believe the Health-Conscious Menu would be the most effective for our restaurant. With more people focusing on their health and diets, this menu would attract health-conscious customers who are looking for healthier food options. The International Cuisine Menu is interesting but may be too expensive to develop, and some customers might not be familiar with the dishes. The simplified menu, while cost-effective, lacks the appeal and variety that customers are increasingly looking for. The Health-Conscious Menu is a great balance of trendiness, health, and variety.

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Basic answer (transcript): around CLB 4–5

I think the Health-Conscious Menu is the best choice. People want to eat healthy food, and this menu has a lot of options for them. The International Cuisine Menu is good, but it is more expensive and can be difficult to understand for some customers. The simplified menu is too basic, and I think people will want something more exciting. The Health-Conscious Menu is better for attracting more customers.

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