Extra Practice
Speaking · Parts 3 & 4

Collaborative task & discussion prompts

Extra Part 3 decision tasks and Part 4 discussion questions, with the interaction language examiners reward.

  1. 1

    Part 3 task: A school wants students to read more. Discuss: a book club · free e-readers · reading time in class · author visits · a reading challenge. Which two would work best?

  2. 2

    Part 3 task: A town wants to reduce traffic. Discuss: cycle lanes · higher parking fees · free buses · car-free Sundays. Reach a decision in two minutes.

  3. 3

    Part 4: Do you think people rely too much on their phones for directions? Why?

  4. 4

    Part 4: Some people say competition helps young people learn. What's your view?

  5. 5

    Part 4: Is it better to plan your free time or be spontaneous?

  6. 6

    Write three phrases you will use to keep a Part 3 conversation moving when your partner goes quiet.

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