C1: Cambridge English: Advanced

Christian (level C1) and Laurent (Level C1) Christian (from the Netherlands) and Laurent (from Belgium) are taking a CAE exam. The CAE Speaking paper consists of four parts, each with a different format. Part Response format 1 Interview Part 1 gives candidates the opportunity to show their ability to use general interactional and social language and talk about their interests, studies, careers, etc. The interlocutor asks candidates for some information about themselves. Candidates then ask each other questions using prompts given by the interlocutor. The interlocutor then asks the candidiates to offer their opinions on certain topics. 2 Individual long turn In Part 2, each candidate is given the opportunity to speak without interruption for 1 minute. Each candidate is asked to comment on and react to a different set of pictures. Candidates can show their ability to organise their thoughts and ideas and to express themselves coherently. 3 Collaborative task In Part 3, candidates are given oral instructions and