SPEAKING PART 1 Answering personal questions

SPEAKING PART 1 Answering personal questions

· 20 – 30 seconds to answer a question (about 3 sentences)

· Paraphrase the question

SPEAKING PART 2 Comparing pictures

1. Similarities (paraphrase the task)

Both photos show / portray

In both pictures we can see (people having a good time outdoors)

In both pictures there are

2.Differences + ANSWER THE QUESTION

However, in the first photo……….. while / whereas in the second one………

Differently from picture A, the people in B (seem to be enjoying their activity)

In picture A ………By contrast, (the room in picture B looks crumpled and messy)

Useful phrases: He looks(puzzled, disappointed, delighted etc) It looks as if(it’s early spring) He looks as if (he’s lost in this city) They seem (appear) to be (looking for some information on the net). They must / might / could be close friends They must / might / couldhave come here on holiday. They must / might / couldbe looking for a present for someone. She is probably / definitely the girl’s elder sister.

3. Answer the examiner’s question about your partner’s pictures. (Statement + reasons)

So, pay attention to your partner’s pictures and listen to what they say.

SPEAKING PART 3 DISCUSSION

· 2 minutes to discuss all options (20 – 25 sec per one option)

One option: Partner 1 – opinion + reasons

Partner 2 - agrees + adds reasons / desagrees + reasons

Move to the next option

· 1 minute to choose most suitable options

Partner 1 - choice + reasons

Partner 2 – choice + reasons

SPEAKING PART 4 QUESTIONS FROM THE EXAMINER

DISCUSSING ISSUES TOGETHER

· Give extended answers to the examiner’s questions, give reasons.

· Listen to what your partner says. You will be asked if you agree with their opinion. Or express your opinion yourself.