Speaking Task 5: Comparing and Persuading
Preparation: 60 seconds Recording: 60 seconds
Instructions
This task is made up of THREE parts:
- Choose an option
- Preparation time
- Speaking
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You and your friend are planning to hire a gardener for your shared apartment complex. The property has a large tree and a small garden area that needs regular maintenance. The property manager has asked you to choose a gardening service. Using the pictures and information below, choose the option that you prefer. In the next section, you will need to persuade your roommate 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.
Handyman Gardening Service
- $80 per hour
- Specializes in garden maintenance and plant care
- 5/5 customer rating
- Manual trimming techniques
Professional Landscaping Company
- $120 per hour
- Comprehensive service (lawn mowing, watering, pruning)
- 4/5 customer rating
- Provides all equipment and supplies
Your friend is suggesting another option. Persuade your friend that what you chose is more suitable by comparing the two.
Basic Lawn Service
- $150 per hour
- Only provides lawn mowing service
- 2/5 customer rating
- Limited availability
Professional Landscaping Company
- $120 per hour
- Comprehensive service (lawn mowing, watering, pruning)
- 4/5 customer rating
- Provides all equipment and supplies
*NOTE: This sample test is not recording your response.
