B1 PRELIMINARY (PET) SPEAKING EXAM SIMULATION PRACTICE

Introduction to Candidates

Candidate Introductions

• The host introduces themselves and their colleague, Michelle, before asking the candidates for their names and origins.

• Candidate A is prompted to share their name and where they are from.

• Candidate B is similarly asked about their name and origin.

• Both candidates are questioned about whether they work or study.

Personal Interests

• Candidate A is asked about the type of music they enjoy listening to.

• Candidate B is posed a hypothetical question regarding what they would buy if they won the lottery.

• Candidate A is requested to describe their English teacher.

• Candidate B expresses interest in living or studying abroad in the future.

Photograph Descriptions

Individual Photo Analysis

• Candidate A receives a photograph depicting people celebrating, prompting them to describe it while Candidate B listens attentively.

• Following this, Candidate B gets a photograph showing people spending time at home, with instructions to describe it as well.

Group Discussion Scenario

Planning Activities on a Rainy Day

• The host sets up a scenario where friends plan a day by the sea but encounter rain upon arrival.

• Candidates are instructed to discuss together various activities they could do while it's raining and determine which would be most interesting.

Leisure Preferences

Enjoyment of Free Time

• The conversation shifts back to individual preferences as Candidate A is asked if they enjoy spending time at the beach.

• Candidate B responds with questions about other leisure activities both candidates enjoy during their free time.