Speaking Practice Test 1

Recordings

PART 1 Introduction and Interview Length: 03:53

Did your parents choose your name(s)? 00:00

How did your parents choose your name(s)? 01:30

Does your name have any special meaning? 02:18

Is your name common or unusual in your country? 02:55

If you could change your name, would you? [Why/Why not?] 03:24

PART 2 Topic Length: 02:00

Describe an environmental problem or event. 00:00

You should say:

What is it

Where is it happening

What problems does it cause

PART 3 Discussion Length: 05:00

What are the main environmental problems in your country? 00:00

Why should people be concerned about the environment? 01:13

How can people protect the environment? 03:09

Do you think money should be spent on protecting animals? 04:01

Do you think more should be done to protect natural beauty spots in your country? 04:21

What can a government do to encourage people not to harm the environment? 04:56