CELPIP PREDICTION 17–19 JULY 2026

 

CELPIP  PREDICTION 17–19 JULY 2026

Listening Formula (Must Memorise)

Read Questions (10 sec) ↓

Predict Situation ↓

Predict Synonyms ↓

Listen for Meaning ↓

Ignore Distractors ↓

Choose Best Match

Golden Rule: CELPIP rarely repeats the exact wording in the options. Expect paraphrasing.

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PART 1 — PROBLEM SOLVING

Expected Topics (17–19 July)

Lost library item, billing error, apartment maintenance, delayed delivery, online order, membership issue, noise complaint, travel booking.

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Step-by-Step Method

Before audio starts

Read every option.

Identify: Who? Problem? Likely solution?

Circle keywords (refund, replace, technician, discount, appointment).

While listening

Listen only for:

1. Problem

2. Cause

3. Final solution

Ignore greetings and small talk.

Before clicking Ask:

Was this the final decision?

Did the speaker change their mind?

Is this only a suggestion or the actual solution?

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CELPIP Trap Types

Trap 1 – Changed decision

> We'd normally charge a fee. However, we'll waive it today.

Correct: Fee waived.

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Trap 2 – Old information

> Yesterday the technician wasn't available, but one can come tomorrow.

Correct: Tomorrow.

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Trap 3 – Multiple solutions

> We could replace it... or if you prefer, issue a refund.

Choose what they finally agree on.

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Prediction Vocabulary

billing issue, maintenance request, refund processed, replacement order, delivery delay, appointment slot, membership renewal, technician visit, service interruption, account verification.

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Common Synonyms

refund = reimburse = pay back

delay = postpone = hold off

repair = fix = resolve

complaint = concern = issue

cancel = call off = withdraw

replace = exchange = substitute

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Prediction Practice

(Then include one complete predicted conversation.)

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PART 2 — DAILY CONVERSATION

Expected: Weekend plans, family gathering, shopping, event planning, vacation, restaurant.

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Formula

Relationship

↓

Purpose

↓

Decision

↓

Future plan

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Trap

People often discuss three ideas but finally choose only one.

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Listen for

actually, instead, maybe, perhaps, I'd rather, let's, why don't we, sounds good.

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Vocabulary

reservation, itinerary, grocery shopping, reunion, budget, sightseeing, accommodation, schedule.

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Practice Conversation

Prediction conversation

10 questions

Detailed explanation

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PART 3 — INFORMATION

Expected

Campus facilities, public transport, health campaign, recycling programme.

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Formula

Location

↓

Time

↓

Rule

↓

Warning

↓

Exception

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Signal Words

first, next, finally, remember, please note, be aware, unlike, except.

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Numbers Strategy

Write immediately

Times

Dates

Prices

Bus numbers

Room numbers

Percentages

Distances

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Prediction Vocabulary

registration desk, admission office, shuttle service, information counter, route diversion, vaccination clinic, awareness campaign.

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PART 4 — NEWS

Expected

Business growth, weather alert, new community centre, environmental project.

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Formula

Headline

↓

Cause

↓

Result

↓

Future impact

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Trap

First sentence is background.

Middle sentences contain answers.

Final sentence usually contains future plans.

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Vocabulary

initiative, launched, approved, announced, funding, authorities, residents, expansion.

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PART 5 — DISCUSSION

Expected

Online learning, health, technology, workplace flexibility.

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Method

Write initials

A

B

C

Don't write names.

Track

Opinion

↓

Reason

↓

Example

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Trap

Don't answer after Speaker A.

Always hear Speaker B.

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Opinion Keywords

strongly believe, personally, in my opinion, I doubt, I disagree, I'd rather.

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PART 6 — VIEWPOINTS

Expected

Remote work, social media, AI, smart cities, protecting oceans.

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Method

Identify

Opinion

↓

Reason

↓

Evidence

↓

Conclusion

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Agree / Disagree Vocabulary

advocate, oppose, maintain, argue, claim, emphasise, acknowledge, reject.

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CELPIP Listening Cheat Sheet

Words signalling the answer however, although, despite, instead, actually, eventually, finally, therefore, consequently, nevertheless, whereas.

Prediction Numbers prices, room numbers, dates, years, phone numbers, addresses, percentages, times.

Words introducing wrong answers initially, at first, originally, we planned to, we intended to.

Words introducing the correct answer but, however, actually, instead, in the end, eventually, finally.

CELPIP WRITING PREDICTION

17–19 JULY 2026

WRITING SCORING CRITERIA

CELPIP Examiners Check

Content

Coherence

Vocabulary

Grammar

Task Fulfilment

Tone

Sentence Variety

Transitions

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UNIVERSAL WRITING FORMULA

Understand Question

↓

Identify Purpose

↓

Generate 3–4 Ideas

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Organise Paragraphs

↓

Support With Reasons

↓

Give Specific Example

↓

Conclude Naturally

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TASK 1

Email

Expected Topics

Invite someone to a workshop/webinar.

Request information about a service.

Complain about a delayed online order.

Thank someone and ask for a favour.

Request permission to change a plan.

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Step 1

Identify Email Type

Complaint

Request

Invitation

Apology

Thank You

Information

Suggestion

Permission

Congratulations

Recommendation

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Step 2

Decide Tone

Friend

Semi-formal

Formal

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Universal Structure

Greeting

↓

Purpose

↓

Point 1

↓

Point 2

↓

Request / Action

↓

Closing

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Opening Sentences

Complaint

I'm writing to express my dissatisfaction regarding...

Request

I'm writing to enquire about...

Invitation

I'm delighted to invite you...

Information

I'm writing to provide you with...

Permission

I'm writing to request permission to...

Apology

I'm writing to sincerely apologise for...

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Purpose Sentence Formula

I'm writing regarding...

The purpose of this email is to...

I would like to inform you that...

I would appreciate it if...

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Body Formula

Problem

↓

Explanation

↓

Effect

↓

Request

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Example

The parcel arrived three days later than expected.

As a result, I couldn't use it for an important presentation.

Therefore, I would appreciate either a refund or a replacement.

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Closing Sentences

I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Thank you for your consideration.

Please let me know if further information is required.

I would greatly appreciate your assistance.

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CELPIP Email Mistakes

❌ Long introduction

❌ Repeating question

❌ Missing purpose

❌ No action requested

❌ Wrong tone

❌ No paragraphing

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High-Level Connectors

Furthermore

In addition

As a result

Consequently

Meanwhile

Nevertheless

For this reason

Therefore

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Prediction Vocabulary

online order, delivery delay, registration, appointment, membership, workshop, confirmation, reimbursement, replacement, inconvenience, scheduling conflict, customer support, technical issue.

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TASK 2

Survey

Expected Topics

Remote work vs office work

Public transport improvements

Online education vs classroom

AI in daily life

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5-Minute Planning Formula

Choose Option

↓

3 Strong Reasons

↓

One Specific Example

↓

Counterargument

↓

Conclusion

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Universal Survey Structure

Introduction

Reason 1/ Reason 2

Reason 3/ Counterargument

Conclusion

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Introduction Formula

I believe Option A/B would be the better choice because it offers greater long-term benefits. Although the alternative has some advantages, my recommendation would better satisfy the needs of most people.

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Body Formula

Point

↓

Explanation

↓

Specific Example

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Example Formula

Firstly, investing in public transport would reduce traffic congestion because reliable buses and trains encourage people to leave their private vehicles at home. For example, after a new metro line was introduced in Vatican city, commuting time decreased considerably.

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Counterargument Formula

Although the alternative could benefit certain individuals, its overall impact would be far more limited.

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Conclusion Formula

Considering these factors, I strongly recommend choosing...

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Survey Vocabulary

cost-effective, environmentally friendly, long-term investment, public convenience, accessibility, practical solution, sustainable development, productivity, quality of life, community well-being, financial burden, public satisfaction.

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CELPIP Survey Mistakes

❌ Describing both options equally

❌ No recommendation

❌ Weak examples

❌ Repeating vocabulary

❌ Very short conclusion

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Example Bank

Remote work → Microsoft, Shopify, government hybrid offices.

Public transport → Metro systems reducing congestion.

Online education → Coursera, university distance learning.

AI → Customer service chatbots, hospital appointment systems.

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CLB 12 Sentence Patterns

Not only would this option..., but it would also...

Another compelling reason is that...

From a long-term perspective...

This approach would be considerably more beneficial because...

Consequently, the community would experience...

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30 CELPIP Connectors

Firstly, secondly, finally, moreover, furthermore, in addition, besides, consequently, therefore, as a result, for this reason, however, nevertheless, although, despite this, on the other hand, similarly, likewise, for example, for instance, specifically, in contrast, overall, ultimately, in conclusion, considering these factors, from my perspective, in the long run, by comparison, above all.

CELPIP READING PREDICTION

17–19 JULY 2026

CELPIP Reading Structure

Part 1 – Reading Correspondence

Part 2 – Reading to Apply a Diagram

Part 3 – Reading for Information

Part 4 – Reading for Viewpoints

Questions: 38

Time: 55–60 minutes

Target for CLB 9+: 45–60 seconds per question (average)

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CELPIP Reading Master Formula

Read Question

↓

Underline Keywords

↓

Predict Synonyms

↓

Find Paragraph/Section

↓

Read 2 Lines Before & After

↓

Eliminate Wrong Answers

↓

Select Best Match

Golden Rule: Never read every word first. Read with a purpose.

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Time Management

Part 1 → 10–12 min

Part 2 → 10–12 min

Part 3 → 18–20 min

Part 4 → 15–18 min

Leave the last 2–3 minutes to review flagged questions.

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PART 1 – READING CORRESPONDENCE

Predicted Topics (17–19 July)

Community notice board, membership application, online order terms, event registration form.

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What CELPIP Tests

Purpose, location of information, eligibility, dates, fees, conditions, contact details, instructions.

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Step-by-Step Strategy

Step 1 Read every question before reading the notices.

Step 2 Underline keywords: date, membership, fee, volunteer, registration, deadline, discount.

Step 3 Locate matching notice.

Step 4 Confirm using one or two supporting details.

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Don't Read Like IELTS

Wrong

Notice A

Notice B

Notice C

Notice D

Then questions

Correct

Question 1

↓

Find keyword

↓

Notice

↓

Answer

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Common Trap

Notice A

Members only

Notice B

Public welcome

Question

Who can attend?

Correct

Public welcome

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Prediction Vocabulary

eligibility, registration, admission, deadline, membership renewal, application form, confirmation, terms and conditions, reservation, cancellation policy.

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Synonym Bank

fee = charge = payment

free = complimentary

required = mandatory

available = accessible

join = enrol = register

deadline = closing date

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PART 2 – READING TO APPLY A DIAGRAM

Predicted Maps

City park layout, library floor plan, hotel facilities, bus route.

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What CELPIP Tests

Direction, location, sequence, landmarks.

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Strategy Formula

Read Question

↓

Find Starting Point

↓

Follow Directions

↓

Confirm Final Location

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Direction Vocabulary

opposite, adjacent to, beside, across from, next to, behind, in front of, at the corner of, between, beyond, along, toward, clockwise, counter-clockwise, intersection.

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Diagram Shortcut

Never look at the entire map.

Look only at the starting point.

Move one instruction at a time.

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Trap

Go past the café.

Turn left at the library.

Destination is beside the pharmacy.

Many students stop at the library.

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Prediction Vocabulary

entrance, exit, reception, information desk, lobby, parking lot, staircase, elevator, conference room, cafeteria, platform, terminal.

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PART 3 – READING FOR INFORMATION

Predicted Topics

Healthy eating, gardening, wildlife conservation, online learning platforms.

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Question Types

Main idea

Specific detail

Reference

Inference

Vocabulary

Purpose

True meaning

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Reading Formula

Question

↓

Keywords

↓

Locate Paragraph

↓

Read 2 lines before

↓

Read Answer

↓

Read 2 lines after

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Reference Questions

they

this

these

those

it

Always move upward.

Pronouns almost always refer to the nearest logical noun.

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Inference Questions

Not directly stated.

Combine two sentences.

Never use personal opinion.

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Vocabulary Questions

Don't memorise dictionary meanings.

Read surrounding sentence.

Understand author's meaning.

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Prediction Vocabulary

nutrition, biodiversity, conservation, ecosystem, sustainable agriculture, wildlife habitat, renewable resources, educational platform, digital literacy, lifelong learning.

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Common Trap

Many

Most

Some

Several

Always

Never

Completely

Entirely

Absolute words are often incorrect unless the passage clearly supports them.

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PART 4 – READING FOR VIEWPOINTS

Predicted Topics

Social media & teens, future of smart cities, workplace flexibility, protecting oceans.

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What CELPIP Tests

Opinion

Agreement

Difference

Author's attitude

Evidence

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Strategy Formula

Identify

Opinion A

↓

Opinion B

↓

Supporting Reason

↓

Example

↓

Conclusion

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While Reading

Write

A

B

beside each paragraph.

Don't remember names.

Remember viewpoints.

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Opinion Signal Words

believes, argues, claims, maintains, suggests, recommends, opposes, supports, emphasises, acknowledges.

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Contrast Signal Words

however, although, whereas, unlike, despite, nevertheless, on the contrary, instead.

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Trap

Author says

"This may seem effective."

Students choose

Author agrees.

Actually

He disagrees in next sentence.

Always finish the paragraph.

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Elimination Strategy

Remove answers containing:

Wrong date

Wrong number

Wrong person

Extreme words

Information never mentioned

Opposite meaning

Half true statements

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Question Types & Strategy

Specific Detail → Scan

Main Idea → Read first & last sentence

Inference → Combine ideas

Vocabulary → Context only

Reference → Look above

Purpose → Why was this written?

Opinion → Find viewpoint

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40 High-Frequency CELPIP Reading Words

application, eligibility, deadline, reservation, membership, admission, registration, volunteer, facility, reimbursement, maintenance, expansion, conservation, biodiversity, initiative, proposal, regulation, sustainable, accessibility, infrastructure, productivity, innovation, renovation, accommodation, transportation, participation, recommendation, preference, requirement, contribution, environmental impact, awareness campaign, community outreach, employment opportunity, public amenities, consumer behaviour, financial assistance, technological advancement, practical solution, long-term benefit.

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Reading Traps

• Matching similar words instead of meaning. • Reading only one sentence instead of the surrounding context. • Ignoring words like except, not, mainly, primarily. • Choosing an answer because it sounds logical rather than because it is supported. • Confusing the author's opinion with another person's viewpoint. • Skipping diagrams and relying on assumptions. • Spending too much time on one difficult question.

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CLB 12 Reading Habits

Predict synonyms before scanning.

Use the questions to guide your reading.

Read only the relevant section, not the entire passage.

Verify every answer with evidence from the text.

If two options look correct, choose the one fully supported by the passage.

Keep moving; return to difficult questions only if time remains.

CELPIP SPEAKING PREDICTION

17–19 JULY 2026

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CELPIP Speaking Scoring

Examiners assess:

Content

Vocabulary

Grammar

Fluency

Coherence

Pronunciation

Sentence Variety

Natural Delivery

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Universal Speaking Formula

Answer

↓

Reason

↓

Example

↓

Result

↓

Opinion

Never stop after one sentence.

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Universal Story Formula

Situation

↓

Problem

↓

Action

↓

Result

↓

Feeling

Works for almost every speaking task.

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Task 1

Giving Advice

Predicted Topics

Career choice, neighbour dispute, noisy roommate, unhealthy habits, choosing a university.

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Formula

Understand problem

↓

Show empathy

↓

Suggestion 1

↓

Reason

↓

Suggestion 2

↓

Encouragement

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CLB 12 Openers

If I were in your shoes...

If I were you...

One thing I'd strongly recommend is...

From my perspective...

Personally, I'd suggest...

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Advice Connectors

Firstly, Secondly, Besides, Moreover, On top of that, Finally.

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Sample Framework

I completely understand your situation.

If I were you, I'd...

One reason is that...

Another thing you could do is...

I'm sure everything will work out.

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Avoid

You must...

You should definitely...

Do this...

Sound friendly, not bossy.

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Task 2

Personal Experience

Predicted Topics

Misunderstanding, helping a stranger, losing something valuable, learning a new skill, public embarrassment.

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Story Formula

Introduce person

↓

Where

↓

Problem

↓

Action

↓

Ending

↓

Lesson

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Time Formula

10 sec → Introduction

25 sec → Story

20 sec → Ending

5 sec → Feeling

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Story Vocabulary

unexpectedly, fortunately, unfortunately, eventually, to my surprise, without hesitation, after a while, looking back.

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Emotional Vocabulary

relieved, embarrassed, frustrated, thrilled, grateful, disappointed, anxious, proud, overwhelmed.

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High-Level Ending

Looking back, it taught me...

Since then, I've always...

It completely changed my perspective...

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Task 3

Describe a Scene

Predicted Images

Park, airport, shopping mall, community festival.

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Formula

Overview

↓

Left

↓

Centre

↓

Right

↓

Background

↓

Weather

↓

Prediction

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What Examiners Want

Actions

Relationships

Predictions

Not object listing.

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Action Verbs

chatting, jogging, waiting, unloading, browsing, purchasing, relaxing, laughing, pointing, photographing.

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Prediction Sentences

They'll probably...

She might...

It looks as though...

I wouldn't be surprised if...

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Task 4

Making Predictions

Use the same image.

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Formula

Present

↓

Future

↓

Reason

↓

Possible ending

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Sentence Starters

I think...

It's likely that...

There's a good chance...

I wouldn't be surprised if...

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Prediction Vocabulary

eventually, shortly, soon, later on, afterwards, in the near future, before long.

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Task 5

Compare & Persuade

Predicted Topics

Electric bike vs scooter, online vs in-person course, apartment vs house, reusable bottle vs disposable bottle.

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Formula

Introduce both

↓

Advantage A

↓

Advantage B

↓

Choose one

↓

Convince

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Persuasive Language

I'd definitely go with...

Without a doubt...

It offers much better value because...

In the long run...

You'll benefit from...

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Comparison Vocabulary

whereas, while, compared with, in contrast, similarly, unlike, more practical, more economical, more convenient.

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Task 6

Difficult Situation

Predicted Topics

Parking rules, pet policy, community gate timing, noise complaint, library hours.

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Formula

Understand problem

↓

Your solution

↓

Reason

↓

Compromise

↓

Positive ending

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Negotiation Vocabulary

compromise, alternative, mutually beneficial, reasonable, practical, flexible, fair solution.

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Useful Sentences

Would you be willing to...

Perhaps we could...

How about if we...

I completely understand your concern, however...

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Task 7

Expressing Opinions

Predicted Topics

AI in schools, uniforms, remote work, public transport, social media.

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Formula

Opinion

↓

Reason 1

↓

Example

↓

Reason 2

↓

Conclusion

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Opinion Openers

Personally...

From my perspective...

I firmly believe...

As far as I'm concerned...

If you ask me...

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Opinion Vocabulary

beneficial, practical, efficient, sustainable, cost-effective, accessible, realistic, worthwhile.

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Task 8

Unusual Situation

Predicted Images

Flying car, robot teacher, underwater restaurant, giant animal in city, fantasy beach.

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Formula

Immediate reaction

↓

Describe

↓

Guess

↓

Feeling

↓

Funny ending

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Imagination Vocabulary

extraordinary, unbelievable, bizarre, fascinating, magical, futuristic, mysterious, breathtaking.

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Fillers That Increase Fluency

Let me think...

Actually...

To be honest...

As far as I remember...

From what I can see...

It seems to me that...

If I remember correctly...

Come to think of it...

One thing that comes to mind is...

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Transition Words

First of all, To begin with, Meanwhile, Besides, Furthermore, As a result, Eventually, In contrast, Overall, Finally.

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High-Level Verbs

recommend, encourage, persuade, resolve, negotiate, appreciate, admire, encounter, overcome, accomplish, motivate, participate, organise, enhance, contribute, support.

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Common CELPIP Speaking Mistakes

Answering with one or two sentences.

Listing ideas instead of explaining them.

Repeating the same words (good, nice, very).

Speaking too quickly and losing clarity.

Forgetting to conclude.

Describing objects instead of actions in image tasks.

Giving opinions without examples.

Sounding memorised instead of conversational.

Stopping after making one point.

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CLB 12 Speaking Habits

Speak continuously for the full time.

Give one strong idea, explain it, and illustrate it with a specific example.

Use contractions naturally (I'd, it's, that's).

Mix simple, compound, and complex sentences.

Show emotion when telling stories.

Use transition words instead of long pauses.

If you make a mistake, correct yourself naturally and continue.

Finish with a concluding sentence rather than stopping abruptly.