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This post offers English learners an example of collaborative task (Part 3) and the discussion (Part 4) that are in the B2 FIRST. These are the 3rd and 4th tasks in the speaking exam (HERE) that learners must carry out.
In this part of the exam the two candidates are to speak together about a situation for about two minutes. They should discuss the situation and take into account all of the 5 options provided. In the end they have about one minute to come to a conclusion (agree or disagree HERE). The way this exercise is assessed is simple (see the link for more details HERE).
The interlocutor will describe the task and then the candidates have about 15 seconds to look at the information, then the should debate the topic for about 2-3 minutes. The examiners are not involved in the task and the candidates are to interact independently until the examiner says “thank you”.
EXAMPLE 2
Now, I’d like you to talk about something together for about two minutes.
I’d like you to imagine that you are talking about quality of life. Here are some of the ideas you could be thinking about and a question for you to discuss. First you have some time to look at the task.
How could these events improve your quality of life?
- Getting a promotion at work
- Having a child
- Receiving an inheritance
- Going abroad on holiday
- Getting a university degree
Now, talk to each other about how these things impact on your quality of life.
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Thank you. Now you have about a minute to decide which of these things will improve your life most.
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Thank you.
Now, discuss these questions, in order, as appropriate:
- What is the key to enjoying yourself?
- Can you become happier just by trying to think positively?
- Does your job influence your happiness?
- Are friends important in leading a good life?
