Speaking Language four
Expert speaking (pág 204)
● Part 1: collaborative task - a two-way decision-making task between the candidates,
based on visual and written prompts (4 minutes)
● Part 2: individual long turn - each candidate has to speak for about two minutes in
response to a task card which has a question and some prompts on it. The other
candidate has to respond, and then the Interlocutor leads a discussion about the topics
covered in each individual long turn. (10 minutes)
Candidates are assessed on their ability to:
● use a wide range of grammar and vocabulary appropriately
● maintain a coherent dialogue or monologue
● take part effectively in interpersonal interaction
● use correct pronunciation and intonation.
Example: C2 Proficiency Laura and Alejandro
Expert strategy
Part 1 · Interaction is vital in this part of the Speaking paper.
● Aim to achieve a balance with your partner, by actively encouraging each other to speak
in the following ways:
1 When you make a point, finish by asking for their agreement or opinion.
2 Respond to what they say by commenting on it, then adding another point.
● Aim to give your opinion clearly and succinctly. Your goal is to express yourself within
the time limit, conclude your turn and move on by including your partner.
Part 2 • To help you expand your views, use the following techniques to help you.
● Introduce the topic by talking about it in general terms before saying how it affects you
personally.
● Support your views with examples from personal knowledge or experience; if not your
own, then someone close to you.
● Listen carefully to what your partner says and consider your own opinion, as the
examiner will ask you a followup question. Do not repeat your partner's exact words and
phrases but it is a good idea to refer to things he/she mentions to support your response.
● Use discourse markers to structure your talk and also to give yourself time to think.
Remember that the points on the task cards are Simply a guideline and you do not have to
mention them all. You can also introduce points of your own, If you wish.
Expert speaking (pág 204)
● Part 1: collaborative task - a two-way decision-making task between the candidates,
based on visual and written prompts (4 minutes)
● Part 2: individual long turn - each candidate has to speak for about two minutes in
response to a task card which has a question and some prompts on it. The other
candidate has to respond, and then the Interlocutor leads a discussion about the topics
covered in each individual long turn. (10 minutes)
Candidates are assessed on their ability to:
● use a wide range of grammar and vocabulary appropriately
● maintain a coherent dialogue or monologue
● take part effectively in interpersonal interaction
● use correct pronunciation and intonation.
Example: C2 Proficiency Laura and Alejandro
Expert strategy
Part 1 · Interaction is vital in this part of the Speaking paper.
● Aim to achieve a balance with your partner, by actively encouraging each other to speak
in the following ways:
1 When you make a point, finish by asking for their agreement or opinion.
2 Respond to what they say by commenting on it, then adding another point.
● Aim to give your opinion clearly and succinctly. Your goal is to express yourself within
the time limit, conclude your turn and move on by including your partner.
Part 2 • To help you expand your views, use the following techniques to help you.
● Introduce the topic by talking about it in general terms before saying how it affects you
personally.
● Support your views with examples from personal knowledge or experience; if not your
own, then someone close to you.
● Listen carefully to what your partner says and consider your own opinion, as the
examiner will ask you a followup question. Do not repeat your partner's exact words and
phrases but it is a good idea to refer to things he/she mentions to support your response.
● Use discourse markers to structure your talk and also to give yourself time to think.
Remember that the points on the task cards are Simply a guideline and you do not have to
mention them all. You can also introduce points of your own, If you wish.
