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Speaking Task 6: Dealing with a Difficult Situation

Preparation: 60 seconds Recording: 60 seconds

Your company has decided to give employees a special reward for meeting quarterly goals. There are two options being considered: either giving everyone an extra paid week of vacation, or providing free gym memberships for a year. The management team is divided on which option to choose. Your supervisor, Ms. Johnson, supports the extra vacation time because she believes employees need more rest to be productive. Your team leader, Mr. Chen, prefers the gym membership because he thinks it will improve employee health and reduce sick days.

Choose ONE:
EITHER
Talk to Ms. Johnson. Explain why you think the gym membership is the better option.
OR
Talk to Mr. Chen. Explain why you think the extra week of vacation is the better option.

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