Speaking Task 5: Comparing and Persuading

Preparation: 60 seconds Recording: 60 secondsNext

Instructions

This task is made up of THREE parts:

  1. Choose an option
  2. Preparation time
  3. Speaking
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You need to buy a winter coat for your child. You found two options. Using the pictures and information below, choose the option that you prefer. In the next section, you will need to persuade your partner that your choice is better. If you do not choose, the computer will choose one for you. You do not need to speak for this part.

Premium Winter Coat

  • $90
  • Available in multiple colors and sizes
  • Excellent insulation for cold weather
  • Water-resistant outer layer

Budget Winter Coat

  • $30
  • Only available in one size
  • Poor insulation for cold weather
  • Not water-resistant

Your partner is suggesting buying a used coat from a thrift store. Persuade your partner that the option you chose is more suitable by comparing the two.

Thrift Store Coat

  • Very cheap ($10)
  • Shows signs of wear
  • Unknown brand and materials
  • Outdated style

Budget Winter Coat

  • $30
  • Only available in one size
  • Poor insulation for cold weather
  • Not water-resistant

*NOTE: This sample test is not recording your response.