On this page we take a look at Part 3 and how to give a better CAE Part 3 speaking performance.
Look at this CAE example. In Part 3 of the CAE Speaking test you will collaborate with your partner to discuss a question and topics related to that question.
Examiner Instructions
Now I’d like you to talk about something together for about 2 minutes.
Here are some things people often make decisions about and a question for you to discuss. First you have some time to look at the task. (NOTE: This time is about 15 seconds).
Second Part
Thank you. Now you have about one minute to decide in which situation it is most important to make the right decision.
Tip #1 Listen and respond to your partner
Tip #2 Avoid interrupting
Tip #3 Give opinions
Tip #4 Share the time
Tip #5 Use language naturally
In comparison with other parts of the speaking test there is a lot of specific interaction in the Part 3 task and it is essential that candidates do interact as much as they can. Apart from the potentially positive effect on the overall score it can also help the candidates deal more confidently with the extended questions in Part 4.
Questions in this part are very general.
Compare two out of three pictures.
Give opinions on a similar theme to Part 3.
See our guide to all the speaking test.
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