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FC SPEAKING — SET 4: TRAVEL & EXPERIENCES

Cambridge First Speaking Paper
Set 4 · Travel & Experiences · Paper 4
Part 1Warm-up

The examiner will ask some general questions as an introduction to the test. Answer clearly but without elaborating too much. This part lasts approximately 2 minutes.

  • Do you enjoy travelling?
  • What kind of places do you like visiting?
  • Do you prefer travelling with family, friends or alone?
  • What is the best trip you have ever had?
  • Is travelling important for learning about the world?
  • Where would you like to go in the future?
Part 2Long Turn

Speak for 1 minute without interruption. Compare the two photographs and answer the question below them. Your partner will comment for about 30 seconds when you finish.

Candidate A
  • Describe the photos
  • How might these people be feeling by doing an activity together?
Candidate A — two photographs

Candidate B
  • Describe the photos
  • In what way might these people be connecting with each other?
Candidate B — two photographs
Part 3Collaborative Task

You will be shown a diagram with a central question and satellite prompts. Discuss each prompt with your partner — collaborate and invite them to participate as if it were a real conversation. You have 2 minutes to discuss, then 1 minute to decide together.

Talk together about how important each of these things is for enjoying a trip. Then decide which is the most important.

Things that make
a trip enjoyable
comfortable
accommodation
travelling with
the right people
good
weather
fun
activities
interesting
local food
Part 4Extended Discussion

Take part in a discussion with the other candidate related to the topic of the previous task. Elaborate your answers — give reasons, examples, and personal opinions.

⏱ 4 minutes total
  • What can people learn from travelling?
  • Is it better to visit famous places or less well-known places?
  • Do you think travelling is always relaxing?
  • How has tourism changed in recent years?