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
Click next to continue.

You want to hang a picture in your living room. Using the pictures and information below, choose the option that you prefer. In the next section, you will need to persuade a family member that your choice is the better choice. If you do not choose an option, the computer will choose one for you. You do not need to speak for this part.

Modern Art

  • vibrant colors and abstract design
  • made by a local artist
  • costs $250
  • comes in a stylish black frame

Watercolor Landscape

  • peaceful natural scene
  • hand-painted with traditional techniques
  • costs $175
  • comes in a wooden frame

Your nephew suggests that you display his artwork instead. Persuade your nephew that the picture you chose is more suitable by comparing the two.

Nephew's Drawing

  • crayon drawing of your family
  • made especially for you
  • free
  • needs a frame

Watercolor Landscape

  • peaceful natural scene
  • hand-painted with traditional techniques
  • costs $175
  • comes in a wooden frame

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