Paper 4 - Part 4

Part 4: Three-way Discussion

Tests ability to: use language to summarize, report and explain decisions; develop a topic further.

In Part 4 of the CAE Speaking test, the examiner will join the discussion and ask candidates questions related to the visuals used in Part 3. Questions will tend to be more abstract and demand supporting your ideas, personal views and opinions. 

Example Questions

Q: Do any of these jobs have a special status in your country?
Q: Which jobs do you think offer the greatest personal satisfaction?
Q: Do any of these jobs appeal to you?

Tips!

1. Again, avoid short, 'yes', 'no' answers to the examiner's questions. 

2. Use techniques to make your contributions powerful, for example by using short, personal anecdotes to help make a point.

3. Continue to work with your partner. Respond constructively and show interest in things he or she says.

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Do you think children should be forced to study music?

Do you think it’s good for boys and girls to be taught different ways?

Why do you think sudoku is popular?

How important are genes in deciding someone’s intelligence, do you think?

What can you do to improve your memory?

More and more people are learning languages from very young ages these days. Why do you think this is?

What is the best way to improve your IQ?

Is it a good thing for child prodigies to study with older children and adults?

Do you think being forced to mix with people is always a good thing for people who lack social skills?

Do you think it’s a good idea to expose yourself to things you are afraid of?

Are there times when it’s better to just accept stress rather than try to fight it?

What do you think the disadvantages of being optimistic are?

What do you think the advantages of daydreaming are?

At what age do you think children should be put into different classes depending on their academic ability?

Why do you think some people are so interested in what they dream about?

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