Speaking
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Typed preparation for a three-part interview, with a timed long-turn exercise. Feedback reviews your written answers; it does not assess spoken fluency or pronunciation or estimate a Speaking band.
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Part 1 · Free time
Answer the familiar-topic questions directly. Add a relevant detail, reason or example when it helps explain your answer; match the question rather than following a fixed formula.
- What do you usually do at the weekend?
- Do you prefer spending free time alone or with other people?
- Is there a hobby you used to have but gave up?
- What new activity would you like to try?
Part 2 · The long turn
Describe a change in your life that turned out well.
You should say:
- what changed
- when it happened
- how you felt at the time
- and explain why it turned out well
One minute to make notes, then a two-minute practice window. The box stays locked during preparation and locks again when the window ends. Typing during this clock does not show how long your answer takes aloud.
Part 3 · Discussion
Discuss the follow-up questions on this theme. Develop the point the question asks for, using reasons, examples or qualifications where relevant; an opposing view is optional.
- Why do people find change difficult?
- Are young people more willing to change than older people?
- Should governments try to slow down social change?
- What kinds of change are hardest to adapt to?