1. ADVANCED 2 Speaking Test Part 3
Exam material
ADVANCED 2 Speaking Test Part 3
9 tests
Source: Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) Book 1 CENGAGE Learning

2. Part 3
4 minutes (6 minutes for groups of three)
Modern times
Now, I’d like you to talk about something together for about two minutes (3 minutes for groups of three).
Here are some aspects of modern life, and a question for you to discuss. First you have some time to look at the task.
Now, talk to each other about the advantages and disadvantages of each aspect of modern life.
Now you have about a minute to decide which two aspects best illustrate that modern life has both advantages and disadvantages.
Source: Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) Book 1 CENGAGE Learning

3. computers and mobile phones
medicine
computers and mobile phones
What are the advantages and disadvantages of each aspect of modern life?
ready meals
electricity
cars
Source: Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) Book 1 CENGAGE Learning
Source: First for Schools TRAINER. Cambridge. Adapted

4. Part 3
4 minutes (6 minutes for groups of three)
Motivation
Now, I’d like you to talk about something together for about two minutes (3 minutes for groups of three).
Here are some situations where people need motivation and a question for you to discuss. First you have some time to look at the task.
Now, talk to each other about why people need motivation in these situations.
Now you have about a minute to decide which situation needs the most motivation.
Source: Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) Book 1 CENGAGE Learning

5. training for a marathon
working in a factory
training for a marathon
How important is motivation in these situations?
studying for an exam
climbing a mountain
working in an office
Source: Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) Book 1 CENGAGE Learning
Source: First for Schools TRAINER. Cambridge. Adapted

6. Part 3
4 minutes (6 minutes for groups of three)
Pride
Now, I’d like you to talk about something together for about two minutes (3 minutes for groups of three).
Here are some different things people are proud about, and a question for you to discuss. First you have some time to look at the task.
Now, talk to each other about why people feel proud about these things.
Now you have about a minute to decide which situation gives the most pride.
Source: Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) Book 1 CENGAGE Learning

7. supporting a sports team
a new car
supporting a sports team
Why do people feel proud about these things?
a new baby
winning a prize
getting a new job
Source: Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) Book 1 CENGAGE Learning
Source: First for Schools TRAINER. Cambridge. Adapted

8. Part 3
4 minutes (6 minutes for groups of three)
Transport
Now, I’d like you to talk about something together for about two minutes (3 minutes for groups of three).
Here are some different ideas for reducing the use of cars in a city, and a question for you to discuss. First you have some time to look at the task.
Now, talk to each other about how practical each idea is.
Now you have about a minute to decide which idea is most likely to improve a city.
Source: Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) Book 1 CENGAGE Learning

9. ban cars from the city centre introduce a congestion charge
How practical are these ideas to reduce car use in a city?
introduce a park-and-ride scheme
create new cycle paths
make public transport cheaper
Source: Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) Book 1 CENGAGE Learning
Source: First for Schools TRAINER. Cambridge. Adapted

10. Part 3
4 minutes (6 minutes for groups of three)
Time management
Now, I’d like you to talk about something together for about two minutes (3 minutes for groups of three).
Here are some different situations where time management is necessary, and a question for you to discuss. First you have some time to look at the task.
Now, talk to each other about why time management is necessary in each situation.
Now you have about a minute to decide which situation would benefit most from better time management.
Source: Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) Book 1 CENGAGE Learning

11. training for a marathon looking after small children
Why is time management necessary in these situations?
meeting a work deadline
having more than one job
studying for an exam
Source: Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) Book 1 CENGAGE Learning
Source: First for Schools TRAINER. Cambridge. Adapted

12. Part 3
4 minutes (6 minutes for groups of three)
Appearance
Now, I’d like you to talk about something together for about two minutes (3 minutes for groups of three).
Here are some different situations where your appearance is important, and a question for you to discuss. First you have some time to look at the task.
Now, talk to each other about why your appearance is important in each situation.
Now you have about a minute to decide in which situation it’s most important to have a good appearance.
Source: Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) Book 1 CENGAGE Learning

13. meeting someone for the first time a job interview
Why is a person’s appearance important in these situations?
your first day in a new job
going to a restaurant
going to an exam
Source: Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) Book 1 CENGAGE Learning
Source: First for Schools TRAINER. Cambridge. Adapted

14. Part 3
4 minutes (6 minutes for groups of three)
Recreation
Now, I’d like you to talk about something together for about two minutes (3 minutes for groups of three).
Here are some different things that people do in their spare time, and a question for you to discuss. First you have some time to look at the task.
Now, talk to each other about why people want to do these things.
Now you have about a minute to decide which activity is the most enjoyable for most people.
Source: Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) Book 1 CENGAGE Learning

15. Why do people want to do these things in their spare time?
read books
paint or draw
Why do people want to do these things in their spare time?
play board games
go dancing
work in a garden
Source: Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) Book 1 CENGAGE Learning
Source: First for Schools TRAINER. Cambridge. Adapted

16. Part 3
4 minutes (6 minutes for groups of three)
Creativity
Now, I’d like you to talk about something together for about two minutes (3 minutes for groups of three).
Here are some different situations where people are engaged in creative activities, and a question for you to discuss. First you have some time to look at the task.
Now, talk to each other about what rewards people get when they do these things.
Now you have about a minute to decide which creative activity is the most rewarding.
Source: Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) Book 1 CENGAGE Learning

17. What rewards do people get when they do these things?
designing clothes
writing poetry
What rewards do people get when they do these things?
playing a musical instrument
playing with children
growing flowers or vegetables
Source: Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) Book 1 CENGAGE Learning
Source: First for Schools TRAINER. Cambridge. Adapted

18. Part 3
4 minutes (6 minutes for groups of three)
Now, I’d like you to talk about something together for about two minutes (3 minutes for groups of three).
Here are different means of transport, and a question for you to discuss. First you have some time to look at the task.
Now, talk to each other about the advantages and disadvantages of each of these means of transport for holiday travel.
Now you have about a minute to decide which of these types of transport will be most popular for holiday travel in the future.
Source: Advanced TRAINER. Cambridge (6 tests)

19. car
train
What are the advantages and disadvantages of each of these means of transport for holiday travel?
plane
motorcycle
ship
Source: Advanced TRAINER. Cambridge (6 tests)
Source: First for Schools TRAINER. Cambridge. Adapted

20. Source: Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) Book 1 CENGAGE Learning