Speaking
14 min · pairs of candidates · two examiners (interlocutor + assessor) · 4 parts · 20% of the overall mark.
| Part | Name | Format | Task |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Interview | Examiner ↔ candidate · ~2 min | Answer personal questions about yourself, family, studies, interests. |
| 2 | Long Turn | Each candidate speaks for 1 min about 2 photos · ~4 min total | Compare two photos and answer a follow-up question about them. |
| 3 | Collaborative Task | Pair task with a prompt sheet · ~4 min | Discuss options together, then reach a decision. |
| 4 | Discussion | Examiner-led discussion of Part 3 themes · ~4 min | Discuss broader questions linked to the Part 3 topic. |
Assessment scales (each 0–5)
Grammar & Vocabulary
Range and accuracy of structures and lexis for B2 topics.
Band 0–5
Discourse Management
Extended, relevant, coherent contributions with linking devices.
Band 0–5
Pronunciation
Individual sounds, word stress, sentence stress, intonation — intelligible.
Band 0–5
Interactive Communication
Initiates, responds, maintains turn-taking; negotiates meaning.
Band 0–5
Global Achievement
Overall holistic impression across the four scales.
Band 0–5
Cambridge Assessment English
Official Cambridge samples
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