CELPIP
CELPIP Speaking Task 5: Comparing and Persuading sample answers
10 exam-style questions, each with a model answer written to a high level, its length and why it works. Read a few to see the pattern, then answer one yourself.
- Sample answers
- 10
- Answer lengths
- 123–152 words
- Speaking time
- Up to 60s
- Part
- Speaking
All sample answers
- New Company Laptop SelectionYour colleague, Sarah, is planning to select new laptop models for the entire team at your company. The goal is to find a balance between performance, battery…134 words~60sMedium
- New Car Purchase: Auto vs. ManualYour spouse is planning to buy a new car, and you both need to decide between an automatic or manual transmission vehicle. Look at the two options below and…127 words~56sMedium
- Choosing a Travel Translation AppYour friend, Alex, is planning an international trip with you and needs to choose the best language translation app for seamless communication. This app will…141 words~63sMedium
- Selecting a Joint Dating CoachYour friend is planning to choose a joint dating coach with you to improve your dating skills. You both want to find someone who can help you achieve your…123 words~55sMedium
- Food Processor Face-OffYour sister is planning to upgrade your kitchen with a new food processor. You both want something efficient and reliable for family meals. Look at the two…138 words~61sMedium
- Choosing a Wedding FloristYour best friend is planning to get married soon and needs help choosing a florist for the big day. You've narrowed it down to two excellent local options,…139 words~62sMedium
- Gym Membership DilemmaYour friend is planning to finally join a gym and wants to choose the best membership plan for both of you. You both need to decide on one plan that suits your…152 words~68sMedium
- Dishwasher Dilemma: Built-in vs. FreestandingYour partner is furnishing your new kitchen and needs to decide between a built-in or a freestanding dishwasher. This is an important decision for our new…126 words~56sMedium
- Public Speaking Course DilemmaYour friend, Alex, is planning to take a public speaking course to improve their presentation skills for work. They've found two options, and you need to help…147 words~65sMedium
- Choosing a New SmartphoneYour partner is planning to buy a new smartphone, and you both need to agree on a model. It's important to choose one that fits our needs and budget. Look at…133 words~59sMedium
How to use sample answers
- Read the question first and plan your own answer for a minute before you read the sample.
- Compare: what did the sample include that you missed? Notice its length, its order and its linking words.
- Don't memorise it. Answer a new question of the same type in your own words, then check your score.
Common questions
How is CELPIP Speaking Task 5: Comparing and Persuading scored?
CELPIP marks it on Content & Coherence, Vocabulary, Listenability, Task Fulfillment, each on a Level 1 to 12 scale. Your result for the task comes from these together.
Is this a real CELPIP question?
No. It's an original, exam-style question written to match the official format. Nobody can legally publish real test questions.
Should I memorise this answer?
No. Use it to see the structure, length and linking words that work, then answer in your own words. Memorised answers rarely fit a new question and raters notice.
Where can I practice this question and get a score?
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