CELPIP Speaking Task 8: Describing an Unusual Situation

CELPIP Speaking Task 8 Sample Answer: A Billboard Casting Live Shadows of Passersby

You notice a billboard that casts shadows of people walking past it, making it look like the shadows are part of the advertisement. Describe this unusual billboard.

Preparation

30 seconds

Speaking

60 seconds

Picture

An unusual object or situation

The question

CELPIP Speaking Task 8 practice picture: A Billboard Casting Live Shadows of Passersby

You notice a billboard that casts shadows of people walking past it, making it look like the shadows are part of the advertisement. Describe this unusual billboard.

Excellent answer (transcript): around CLB 11–12

The billboard employs advanced technology to integrate the real-time shadows of pedestrians into its display, creating an immersive experience. As people walk by, their silhouettes become dynamic components of the advertisement, blurring the lines between viewer and content in an innovative and engaging manner.

44 words

Good answer (transcript): around CLB 7–8

I saw a billboard that projects the live shadows of passersby onto its surface, blending the shadows with the advertisement. It makes the ad look interactive and very unusual.

29 words

Basic answer (transcript): around CLB 4–5

The billboard shows shadows of people walking by. It looks like the shadows are part of the ad. It is very interesting and fun.

24 words

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