Original MyCELPIP teaching example

CELPIP Speaking Task 5 Sample Answer: Comparing and Persuading

Study one complete original response, understand the plan behind it, then use the same communication structure on a fresh prompt. Do not memorize the wording.

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Practice prompt

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Persuade a friend to choose a smaller apartment near work instead of a larger apartment far away.

Response plan

Recommendation → compare commute → compare cost/convenience → connect to listener → close

Original sample answer

I really think the smaller apartment near your workplace is the better choice. The larger unit gives you more space, but you would spend almost two hours commuting every day. With the closer apartment, you could walk or take a short bus ride, which would save transportation costs and give you much more free time after work. It is also close to grocery stores and a gym, so the location makes everyday errands easier. Since you live alone, I do not think an extra bedroom is worth giving up that much time. I would choose convenience and a shorter commute.

What to learn from this sample

Structure

Notice the order of ideas and how each sentence moves the response toward the task goal.

Development

Look for reasons, consequences, examples and concrete details rather than repeated claims.

Vocabulary

Study precise language in context, then replace it with vocabulary that fits your own fresh prompt.

Task completion

Check whether every part of the prompt is answered directly and with an appropriate tone.

The next step is a fresh response

A sample only helps if the organization transfers to a different topic. Open a fresh MyCELPIP task, answer without looking at the model, then compare your structure and development.

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Use different situations so you learn the task structure instead of memorizing one answer. Each page includes an original prompt, plan, sample and direct practice link.