Part 1 In this part ofthe test, you will answer a few questions on personal topics such as your home, your daily routine, your work, likes and dislikes, etc Watch the full test online, Communicative strategies Sorry, can you say that again? Sorry, | didn't quite catch that Would you mind repeating that, please? Do you mean ... ? Well, that's an interesting question Now, how can | put this? Giving personal information U have two siblings and we all get on very well That's why ... My house is rather smal, just... but I ove it because + You know the answer to these questions, so reply confidently and add interesting information + Avoid making basic grammar mistakes. Think about the verb tense you are going to use: is the question about the past, the present or the future? Although I have las of friends/family, | don't see them very often because ... To be honest, 'm not very good at Responding to questions about everyday life and interests 1'm studying... now, but '¢ realy lke to... in the future. used to be very keen on ... but now... I don't like... , really, though I do enjoy My favourite time to ... is ... because ... I'm not very sure what I'll do, but | may decide to ... + Activate the vocabulary area of the question. For example, ifthe question is about your favourite type of TV programme, think of comedies, soap operas, news, quizzes, etc. + Speak clearly so that your partner and the two ‘examiners can understand everything you say.Part 2 In this part of the test, you will speak on your own for one minute. You will compare two pholographe wil Way ‘something else about them. ‘Watch the full test online. Comparing The people in the photos are in very different places. Inthe first photo they are ... , whereas in the second photo ... ‘These are very different activities ... ‘The type of food these children are preparing is very different ... | can see some similarities in these photos, they have the same This first photo is more/less attractive than the second because ‘These gis seem to be having a better time than the sits in ‘The situations are very different, here people are enjoying ... whilst here they are ... + Remember that you have not been asked to describe the photos but to compare them. There is no time to comment in detail on one photo at a time. Start off by comparing the people, the places and the situations and give a personal reaction to the pictures, + Use the question written above the photo to remind yourself that after you have compared the photos, you have to do the second task. In the Speculating Perhaps they have decided to do this because ... The people seem to be enjoying . | get the impression that the woman The git looks like she is feeling He may have chosen to stay at home because .. | think this man looks really tired; he may have been ‘working all day. The family in the first photo are probably at home. | think these people may be feeling rather nervous because second part, you are asked to speculate, ie. 1o say ‘hat you think and give opinions. + Use varied vocabulary and try to use comparative forms correctly. * Don't stop to search for a word you don't remember. Explain what you want to say in other words.Part 3 {inthis part ofthe test, you will discuss a task with your partner. You will both initiate discussion ofthe different wit prompts in tur, and respond to each other's comments, Watch the ful test online, Inviting your partner's opinion and taking tums ‘Some of these situations could be avoided, don't you think? | don’t know about you, but in my opinion this is very good. These places are very crowded. Would you agree with that? What do you think? Is this a better option? Following up on your partner's opinions I'm sure that's what it is, | agree. As | see it, . In my opinion, ... That's an interesting point, but think... + Focus on the first task you are given, which requires you to discuss the options for about two minutes. To remind yourself of the task, ook back atthe question printed in the central box. + Remember that after the two-minute discussion, you will be given a one-minute decision-making task. Don't come to a decision foo soon because you may then struggle to find other things to say. ‘As you said, this job must be really challenging, However, ... | take your point, but. I'm afraid | don't agree; think Wel, | would say that Moving to another written prompt Right, why don't we talk about ... 2 How about this idea? Do you want to say something about? Now, moving on, Shall we discuss this idea next? |'m not sure what this means. What do you think? + When your partner gives an opinion on a written prompt, respond fully before moving to something else, It does not matter if you do not discuss all the prompts, what is important is that you produce sufficient language at the right level. + If your partner seems happy to let you do the talking, do involve hrvher by asking his/her opinions, You will be given credit for doing that.Part 4 In this part ofthe test, you will take part in a discussion by answering questions which broaden the lope Of Part 3. You can also respond to what your partner says. Watch the full test online, Giving opinions Well, personally, | feel People often say that ..., but | People often complain that Giving examples andlor reasons | can think of a few examples of this, For example, when you ;.. | once had an experience which To clarify what | mean, | can give you .. There are many reasons for this People dislike ... . This is because People often don't tell the truth. That's why | Just think of all the problems that causes; to begin with and | agree. | don't think that is the answer to 'd do something different | think its unlikely that anybody would Yes, | think young people have much more freedom than No, that's not the way I see things. ''m not sure, to be honest. My friends/family/teachers think | am wrong, but | believe + Remember that these questions require more . ‘extended responses than those in Part 1. Don't be afraid to talk about your opinions and feelings. ‘The examiner only wants you to produce some ‘complex language to show off your level. ‘There is no ‘correct’ answer to the questions and you will not be assessed on what you think, but ‘you should always give reasons and back up ‘your opinions. ‘You are encouraged to contribute ideas to what your partner says, even if the question was not addressed to you. You have now warmed up and this is the last part of your test. Enjoy the interaction and the feeling that you can express your ideas with confidence!