Cambridge English: Proficiency
An introduction to the Cambridge CPE exam
CPE Paper 4 Speaking (< Previous >)
Time allowed: 16 minutes
| Part | Task type | Focus | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Conversation between Interlocutor and each candidate. | Candidates give personal information and express their opinions. | Use language for general and social interaction. | 2 minutes |
| 2. Two-way conversation between candidates. | Candidates are given visual and spoken prompts and then try to reach a decision on a topic. | use language to speculate, evaluate, compare, give opinions and make decisions. | 4 minutes |
| 3. Long turn. | Each candidate takes it in turns to respond to a written question. | Use language to organise a longer turn, express and justify opinions. | 2 minutes per candidate |
| 4. Discussion related to the task in Part 3 | Candidates discuss the topic in more depth. | Use language to expand upon a topic. | 8 minutes |
Table: CPE Paper 4 Speaking