PET Speaking Test Practice
Phase 2 – Interview
Examiner:
(Select one or more questions from the list to ask each student. Ask Student B first.)
- What do you usually do at the weekend?
- Do you like watching films? Why / Why not?
- Tell us about your best friend.
- What do you usually eat for dinner?
Back-up prompts:
- Do you prefer going out or staying at home at the weekend?
- What kind of films do you like?
- Do you have many friends?
- Do you eat together with your family?
Weekend
“At the weekend, I usually play football with my friends in the park. It’s fun and it keeps me fit.”
“I normally stay at home and relax. I watch TV, read books or play computer games.”
“On Saturdays I often go shopping with my family. On Sundays I usually visit my grandparents.”
Films
“Yes, I love watching films, especially action movies because they are exciting.”
“I prefer comedies because they make me laugh and help me relax.”
“No, I don’t watch films very often. I prefer reading books instead.”
Best Friend
“My best friend is Anna. She’s very funny and always helps me when I have problems.”
“I’ve known my best friend since primary school. We study together and play basketball every week.”
“My best friend lives near me, so we see each other almost every day. We like the same music and films.”
Dinner
“For dinner we usually have rice with meat and vegetables. Sometimes we eat noodles.”
“I often eat with my family. We talk about our day and enjoy the food together.”
“My favourite dinner is pizza, but I don’t eat it often. Usually, I have something healthier.”
Part 2 – Collaborative Task (Trip to England)
Examiner:
I’m going to describe a situation to you.
A girl is going to spend two weeks living with a family in England to improve her English. She has put the clothes she needs in her bag. Talk together about the other things she will need to take, and say which will be the most important.
Here is a picture with some ideas to help you.
Sample Dialogue 1
Student A: “I think she should take the dictionary, because it will help her understand new words and learn English more quickly.”
Student B: “Yes, that’s useful. But she could also take the notebook and pen, so she can write down new vocabulary and keep a diary of her trip.”
Student A: “That’s true. The mobile phone is also important, because she can call her family and stay in contact.”
Student B: “Yes, but maybe the most important is the photo of her family. If she feels homesick, she can look at it and feel better.”
Both: “We think the dictionary is the most important, because she’s going to England to improve her English.”
Sample Dialogue 2
Student A: “The umbrella could be very useful. England is famous for having a lot of rain.”
Student B: “Yes, I agree. Another useful thing could be the alarm clock, because she will need to get up on time every day.”
Student A: “That’s true. What about the CDs? Listening to music in English could also help her improve.”
Student B: “Yes, but maybe the photo of her family is more important, because she might miss them.”
Both: “So we decide the umbrella is the most important, because the weather in England is often rainy.”
Sample Dialogue 3
Student A: “I think she should definitely take the sports bag. It’s good for carrying everything when she goes on trips.”
Student B: “Yes, but she will also need a mobile phone, not only to talk to her family, but also to use the internet or maps.”
Student A: “That’s a good point. The notebook is also helpful for writing down her experiences.”
Student B: “Yes, but the most useful thing might be the dictionary, because her main aim is to learn English.”
Both: “We agree the dictionary is the best choice.”
Part 3 – Having a Snack (3 minutes)
Tasks
- Describing people and places
- Saying where people and things are
- Saying what people are doing
Examiner:
Now, I’d like each of you to talk on your own about something. I’m going to give each of you a photograph of people having a snack.
Student A, here is your photograph (2B). Please show it to Student B, but I’d like you to talk about it. Student B, you just listen. I’ll give you your photograph in a moment.
Student A, please tell us what you can see in your photograph.
Student A’s Photo (2B)
Sample Answers
“In this picture, I can see three boys in a kitchen. They are making a very big sandwich together. One boy is spreading something from a jar, another is holding some bread, and the third is smiling and watching. They look very happy and it seems like they are enjoying cooking as a group.”
“This photo shows three teenagers preparing food. They are in a modern kitchen with white cupboards. On the table there is a plate with some tomatoes and lettuce. The boys are concentrating on making the sandwich, and they look like they are having fun together.”
“In my picture there are three boys. They are standing around a wooden table and building a sandwich with lots of ingredients. One of them is holding a spoon, maybe with mayonnaise. They look excited, and I think they are preparing lunch. It seems like a friendly and fun moment.”
Examiner:
Now, Student B, here is your photograph (2C). It also shows people having a snack. Please show it to Student A and tell us what you can see in the photograph.
Student B’s Photo (2C)
Sample Answers
“In this photo I can see four young people sitting at a picnic table outside. They are eating crisps and drinking cans of soda and bottles of water. They are smiling and talking to each other. The weather looks sunny, and it seems like they are enjoying a picnic in the park.”
“This picture shows a group of friends. On the table there are many snacks like crisps, drinks, and even a magazine. The teenagers are laughing and having a good time together. Behind them there are trees, so I think they are in a park or a garden.”
“Here I can see four people having a snack outdoors. One girl is holding a bottle of water, another is eating crisps, and the others are smiling and chatting. There are some bags and food on the table. It looks like a summer day and they are enjoying spending time together.”
Part 4 – Having a Snack (3 minutes)
Tasks
- Talking about one’s likes and dislikes
- Expressing opinions
Examiner:
Your photographs showed people having a snack. Now, I’d like you to talk together about what you like to eat when you have a snack and say where you like to have your snack.
Back-up prompts:
- Talk about what you like to eat for a snack.
- Talk about where you like to have a snack.
- Talk about who you like to have a snack with.
- Talk about the things you don’t like to eat for a snack.
Sample Dialogue 1
Student A: “When I have a snack, I usually eat fruit like apples or bananas. It’s healthy and easy to carry.”
Student B: “That’s a good choice. I often eat crisps or biscuits. They’re not very healthy, but I really enjoy them.”
Student A: “I usually have my snack at school during the break. It gives me energy for the next lessons.”
Student B: “I prefer having snacks at home, especially in the afternoon while watching TV.”
Student A: “I don’t really like chocolate bars because they are too sweet for me.”
Student B: “Really? I love chocolate! But I don’t enjoy spicy snacks.”
Sample Dialogue 2
Student A: “My favourite snack is a sandwich with cheese and tomato. It’s simple but delicious.”
Student B: “That sounds nice. I normally eat yoghurt or drink a smoothie. It’s refreshing, especially in summer.”
Student A: “Where do you usually have your snack?”
Student B: “I like eating outside in the park when the weather is good. And you?”
Student A: “I prefer having my snack with my friends at school. It’s more fun than eating alone.”
Student B: “Yes, I agree. Eating together makes it more enjoyable.”
Sample Dialogue 3
Student A: “Sometimes I eat biscuits or a piece of cake for a snack. I have a sweet tooth.”
Student B: “I prefer salty snacks like crisps or nuts. They’re tasty and quick.”
Student A: “Do you usually eat with your family or your friends?”
Student B: “I usually eat with my friends during school breaks. At home, I don’t have many snacks.”
Student A: “Is there anything you don’t like?”
Student B: “Yes, I don’t like drinking fizzy drinks because they’re unhealthy.”
Student A: “Same here. I prefer water or juice.”
