1. July intensive courses ADVANCED Speaking Test Parts 3 and 4 7 different tests 1 copy of each Source: 10 CAE Practice Tests. Global Exam material

2. Now, I’d like you to talk about something together for about two minutes (3 minutes for groups of three). Here are some ways that people spend their holidays and a question for you to discuss. First you have some time to look at the task. Now, talk to each other about what people might have to consider when choosing one of the holiday options provided. Now you have about a minute to decide which holiday option you would recommend to somebody who is stressed and needs a break. Part 3 4 minutes (6 minutes for groups of three) Source: 10 CAE Practice Tests. Global

3. What might people have to consider when choosing one of the holiday options provided? theme parks like Disneyworld adventure holidays e.g. climbing holidays with educational or cultural activities combine holidays and work e.g. in a summer camp relaxing holidays e.g. lying on the beach Source: 10 CAE Practice Tests. Global

4. Part 4 How good an idea would it be to build a new tourism development in your area? Where do you think the best place to build it would be? What environmental considerations should one think about when building holiday developments like this? Do people overestimate the importance of holidays? Are there any places where you think it is inappropriate to build theme parks and specially designed holiday resorts? What are the advantages of going abroad on holiday? 5 minutes (8 minutes for groups of three) Source: 10 CAE Practice Tests. Global

5. Now, I’d like you to talk about something together for about two minutes (3 minutes for groups of three). Here are some technological devices that peoplea have made part of their daily lives and a question for you to discuss. First you have some time to look at the task. Now, talk to each other about are the best new technological devices available to consumers. Now you have about a minute to decide which device you consider to be the most useful for people to work in an office. Part 3 4 minutes (6 minutes for groups of three) Source: 10 CAE Practice Tests. Global

6. Which are the best new technological devices available to consumers? satellite navigators for cars computers e.g. tablets, laptops or desktops e-books; being able to store and read books in a portable device smart TVs with internet access smart phones with internet access Source: 10 CAE Practice Tests. Global

7. Part 4 Are all these new gadgets really necessary? Are you fascinated by new gadgets like iPods? Are technological advances always for the best? Can you imagine your life without a mobile phone? How can we use technology in education? 5 minutes (8 minutes for groups of three) Source: 10 CAE Practice Tests. Global

8. Now, I’d like you to talk about something together for about two minutes (3 minutes for groups of three). Here are some industries or fields that have been greatly affected by advances in technology and a question for you to discuss. First you have some time to look at the task. Now, talk to each other about how these fields have benefited from advances in technology. Now you have about a minute to decide which field has been affected by advances in technology in a negative way. Part 3 4 minutes (6 minutes for groups of three) Source: 10 CAE Practice Tests. Global

9. How have these fields benefited from advances in technology? transportation the media e.g. broadcast or print media medicine sports the music industry Source: 10 CAE Practice Tests. Global

10. Part 4 How has technology made our lives more dangerous? New technology often leads to unemployment. What should governments do about this? Do you believe that one day technology will provide solutions to all our problems? Why (not)? What effect has modern technology had on the lives of young children? Some people say life was better and simpler fifty years ago. To what extent would you agree with them? 5 minutes (8 minutes for groups of three) Source: 10 CAE Practice Tests. Global

11. Now, I’d like you to talk about something together for about two minutes (3 minutes for groups of three). Here are some careers that people study for in school and a question for you to discuss. First you have some time to look at the task. Now, talk to each other about which are some of the benefits and drawbacks of each profession. Now you have about a minute to decide which profession has a bigger impact on people’s lives. Part 3 4 minutes (6 minutes for groups of three) Source: 10 CAE Practice Tests. Global

12. Which are some of the benefits and drawbacks of each profession? pilot teacher doctor musician lawyer Source: 10 CAE Practice Tests. Global

13. Part 4 What are the most important characteristics of a job that make it a good job? Is it better to be a lawyer or a construction worker? Why? Why not? When people retire from their jobs they are often quite unhappy at first. Why do you think this is? In times of recession, many people lose their jobs, but others do not. What are some jobs that we will always need people to do, however bad the economy is? Why? 5 minutes (8 minutes for groups of three) Source: 10 CAE Practice Tests. Global

14. Now, I’d like you to talk about something together for about two minutes (3 minutes for groups of three). Here are some facilities that might be needed in your area and a question for you to discuss. First you have some time to look at the task. Now, talk to each other about what the local council might have to consider when deciding which facility is needed most. Now you have about a minute to decide which facility would be more beneficial for a village. Part 3 4 minutes (6 minutes for groups of three) Source: 10 CAE Practice Tests. Global

15. What might the local council have to consider when deciding which facility is needed most? car park library social care centre playground sports centre Source: 10 CAE Practice Tests. Global

16. Part 4 What services should local authorities provide to people in their communities? Can the people of an area influence the decisions of local authorities? Should most decisions be taken by central governments or by local authorities? In what ways can local communities help people who are unemployed and have no money? 5 minutes (8 minutes for groups of three) Source: 10 CAE Practice Tests. Global

17. Now, I’d like you to talk about something together for about two minutes (3 minutes for groups of three). Here are some ways people do their shopping and a question for you to discuss. First you have some time to look at the task. Now, talk to each other about which, in your opinion, is the best way to do your shopping. Now you have about a minute to decide which way of shopping is the most convenient for the elderly. Part 3 4 minutes (6 minutes for groups of three) Source: 10 CAE Practice Tests. Global

18. Which, in your opinion, is the best way to do your shopping? flea markets and bazaars, where items are sold at low prices shopping malls; big shopping centres with many shops high street shops in the city centre second-hand shops where used items are sold at low prices shop online; use the internet and pay by credit card Source: 10 CAE Practice Tests. Global

19. Part 4 Is it possible to have too many possessions? What is your opinion? Why would people buy things that they cannot afford? Often, people make assumptions about others based on the clothes they are wearing. How do you feel about this? Shopping is therapeutic. Do you agree? What are the risks involved when using credit cards? 5 minutes (8 minutes for groups of three) Source: 10 CAE Practice Tests. Global

20. Now, I’d like you to talk about something together for about two minutes (3 minutes for groups of three). Here are some ways to reduce pollution levels in big cities and a question for you to discuss. First you have some time to look at the task. Now, talk to each other about how these methods can reduce pollution levels in big cities. Now you have about a minute to decide which method can be used without investing huge amounts of money. Part 3 4 minutes (6 minutes for groups of three) Source: 10 CAE Practice Tests. Global

21. How can these methods reduce pollution levels in big cities? bicycle rentals electric cars mass transit systems like underground or tram charge a special toll for car access to cities use solar power for heating instead of fossil fuel Source: 10 CAE Practice Tests. Global

22. Part 4 Some people say that we will run out of petrol before too long. What do you think about this? How has the availability of affordable distance flights changed the world? What can be done to a city to make it a better place for pedestrians? How do you think we will get around in a hundred years’ time? 5 minutes (8 minutes for groups of three) Source: 10 CAE Practice Tests. Global