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CELPIP Speaking Task 5: Comparing and Persuading

CELPIP Speaking Task 5 Sample Answer: School Field Trip Destination

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Your school is planning a field trip, and you have two potential destinations. You need to choose which one would be more beneficial for the students. After making your choice, you’ll persuade the principal why your…

Choosing time
60 seconds
Preparation
60 seconds
Speaking
60 seconds

The question

Your school is planning a field trip, and you have two potential destinations. You need to choose which one would be more beneficial for the students. After making your choice, you’ll persuade the principal why your choice is better.

Option 1: Museum Visit

-Offers interactive exhibits and educational workshops

-Provides hands-on learning experiences in art, history, and science

-Estimated cost: $2,500 for tickets and transportation

-Expected completion time: 1 day

Option 2: Amusement Park

-Offers fun rides, games, and entertainment for students

-Great for relaxation and team-building activities

-Estimated cost: $3,500 for tickets and transportation

-Expected completion time: 1 day

Your Principal’s Choice:

-Nature Reserve Tour

-Students explore outdoor trails and learn about wildlife

-Involves physical activity and environmental education

-Estimated cost: $1,800 for tickets and transportation

-Expected completion time: 1 day

Excellent answer (transcript): around CLB 11–12

While the Amusement Park and Nature Reserve Tour both offer valuable experiences, I strongly believe that the Museum Visit is the best option for the students. The museum will provide students with an opportunity to explore a wide range of subjects such as art, history, and science, offering an educational experience that aligns with the school’s curriculum. The Amusement Park, though entertaining, lacks the learning component and may not be as beneficial in the long run. The Nature Reserve Tour is a great way to connect with nature, but it is more limited in scope and does not offer the same variety of educational experiences. Overall, the Museum Visit provides a balanced combination of fun and learning that will be most beneficial for the students.

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Good answer (transcript): around CLB 7–8

I believe the Museum Visit would be the best choice for the students. The museum offers educational workshops and interactive exhibits, which will engage students and enhance their learning experience in a fun and meaningful way. The Amusement Park is certainly exciting, but it lacks the educational value that the museum offers. The Nature Reserve Tour also provides an outdoor learning experience, but the museum’s ability to cover a variety of subjects in one place makes it a more versatile choice. The Museum Visit will benefit the students academically and be enjoyable at the same time.

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Basic answer (transcript): around CLB 4–5

I think the Museum Visit is the best choice. It is educational, and students can learn a lot about art and history. The Amusement Park is fun, but it is not as educational. The Nature Reserve Tour is good, but it does not have many indoor activities. The Museum Visit is better because it helps students learn while having fun.

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