The questions in C1 Advanced Speaking Part 1 are quite general, designed to help candidates feel more comfortable by asking personal questions related to their own experiences. On this page, we explore the types of questions you might encounter.
At the start of the speaking test you can expect an examiner to say the following and ask some of the subsequent questions.
Good morning/afternoon.
My name is …… and this is my colleague ….
And your names are?
First of all we’d like to know something about you.
These are not necessarily actual exam questions but some typical examples of what you might get in the CAE Speaking Part 1.
The key to this section is answering the questions with a little detail, and not just producing simple Yes or No responses. Short answers may prompt the examiner to ask follow-up questions like “Why?”.
While it’s normal to feel a bit nervous at the start of the C1 speaking test, the questions focus on familiar topics, offering candidates a chance to ease into the conversation. Although the time for responses in this part is limited, it’s important to still try to expand on your ideas.
Take some time to think about potential answers to the sample questions above. You can also find many other Part 1 sample questions online.
Compare two out of three pictures
In Part 3 discuss each topic together
Give opinions on a similar theme to Part 3
See our guide to the speaking test
Give opinions on a similar theme to Part 3
See our guide to the speaking test
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