B1 PRELIMINARY (PET) SPEAKING EXAM SIMULATION PRACTICE

Introduction to Candidates

Candidate Introductions

• Becca introduces herself and her colleague Adam, who is the interviewer for the candidates.

• Candidate A and Candidate B are prompted to share their names and where they live.

• The candidates are asked about their current status: whether they work or study.

Personal Preferences

• Candidate A inquires about favorite foods, while Candidate B asks how often they use mobile phones.

• Discussion shifts to preferences between team sports and individual sports, with a question directed at Candidate B regarding their best friend.

Photograph Descriptions

Individual Descriptions

• Each candidate receives a photograph; Candidate A's photo depicts people having lunch.

• Candidate B listens as Candidate A describes the image before receiving their own photo of people in a supermarket.

Group Discussion on Family Activities

Planning a Holiday

• The candidates are presented with a scenario involving a family planning activities for a holiday together.

• They are instructed to discuss various activities that could be interesting for all family members during the holiday.

Personal Opinions on Travel

Enjoyment of Holidays

• After discussing activities, questions arise about enjoyment levels when going on holidays with family from both candidates.