SCRIPT FOR SPEAKING TEST No.

LEVELS 3 – 5

PART I: SOCIAL INTERACTION (~ 3 mins)

Examiner speaking: Hello, this is the English proficiency test - the speaking test, levels
3 to 5. The speaking test consists of three parts.

The first part is social interaction. In this part, I will ask you questions about you and
everyday situations, such as work, hobbies and family.

The second part is solution discussion. In the second part, you will be given a situation
with three options. You have to choose one and explain your choice.

The third part is topic development. In this part, you will first have a talk on a given
topic, then you will have to answer follow-up questions.

Now, the test begins.

Let’s talk about holiday.

Examiner speaking: What did you do on your last holiday?

Examiner speaking: Who do you prefer spending your holiday with? Relatives or
friends?

Examiner speaking: Do you prefer going on holiday abroad?

Alright. Thank you.

Now, let’s talk about TV programmes.

Examiner speaking: How many hours a day do you watch television?

Examiner speaking: Which programmes do you like?

Examiner speaking: Do you prefer watching television alone or with other people?
Why?
Part II: SOLUTION DISCUSSION (~ 4 mins)

Examiner speaking: Alright. Thank you. That is the end of Part I. Now let's move to
Part II. In this part of the speaking test, you will be given a situation with THREE
options. You have to choose ONE to argue on. You will have to say which option you
will follow and explain why. You will also have to say why you haven't chosen the other
two options. You have ONE minute to prepare your talk and TWO minutes to talk. Here
is the situation.

Situation:

If you won the lottery of 1 billion VND, what would you do with the money?

There are THREE options for you to choose:

- Buy a new house.

- Start a business.
- Deposit the money in the bank.

Explain the option you have chosen.

Part III: TOPIC DEVELOPMENT (~ 5 mins)

Examiner speaking: Alright. Thank you. That is the end of Part II. Now let's move to
Part III.

In this part of the speaking test, you will have to present on a topic that you will see in
the outline below. After your presentation, you will be asked THREE follow-up
questions related to the topic. You have ONE minute to prepare and THREE minutes to
complete this part. Here is the outline of the topic.

Topic: Online courses have changed the way people learn

Provide new
learning experience

Be more
Online
convenient to Your own ideas
courses
study

Be independent
in learning

Examiner speaking: Alright. Thank you.

Examiner speaking: Now, What advice would you give someone on how to study
English?

Examiner speaking: Do you think being a student is the best time of your life? Why/
why not?
Examiner speaking: Should a student’s university education be free or should the
student have to get a loan? Explain your choice.

Examiner speaking: OK. Thank you. That is the end of Part III and also the end of the
speaking test. Good luck!
 SCRIPT FOR SPEAKING TEST No. 2

LEVELS 3 – 5

PART I: SOCIAL INTERACTION (~ 3 mins)

Examiner speaking: Hello, this is the English proficiency test - the speaking test, levels
3 to 5. The speaking test consists of three parts.

The first part is social interaction. In this part, I will ask you questions about you and
everyday situations, such as work, hobbies and family.

The second part is solution discussion. In the second part, you will be given a situation
with three options. You have to choose one and explain your choice.

The third part is topic development. In this part, you will first have a talk on a given
topic, then you will have to answer follow-up questions.

Now, the test begins.

Let’s talk about birthday

Examiner speaking: When is your birthday?

Examiner speaking: What do you usually do on your birthday?

Examiner speaking: What is your favourite family celebration? Why?

Alright. Thank you.

Now, let’s talk about public transportation

Examiner speaking: What is the best way to travel in your town/city?

Examiner speaking: What is your favourite mean of transportation?

Examiner speaking: Do you think people should use public transportation more? Why?
Why not?
Part II: SOLUTION DISCUSSION (~ 4 mins)

Examiner speaking: Alright. Thank you. That is the end of Part I. Now let's move to
Part II. In this part of the speaking test, you will be given a situation with THREE
options. You have to choose ONE to argue on. You will have to say which option you
will follow and explain why. You will also have to say why you haven't chosen the other
two options. You have ONE minute to prepare your talk and TWO minutes to talk. Here

Situation:

You have just received a sum of money from your father as a birthday
present. How would you use the money?

There are THREE options for you to choose:

- To buy a laptop for your study.

- To buy a fashionable smart phone.

- To save up for future.

Explain the option you have chosen.

is the situation.
Part III: TOPIC DEVELOPMENT (~ 5 mins)

Examiner speaking: Alright. Thank you. That is the end of Part II. Now let's move to
Part III.

In this part of the speaking test, you will have to present on a topic that you will see in
the outline below. After your presentation, you will be asked THREE follow-up
questions related to the topic. You have ONE minute to prepare and THREE minutes to
complete this part. Here is the outline of the topic.

Topic: Examinations are not necessary.

Time consuming

Unfair EXAMINATIONS Your own ideas

Costly

Examiner speaking: Alright. Thank you.

Examiner speaking: Now, do you think schools are necessary? Why? Why not?
Examiner speaking: How do modern technologies change the way people study?
Examiner speaking: Do you think that traditional schools will disappear in the
future because of the development of modern technology?

Examiner speaking: OK. Thank you. That is the end of Part III and also the end of the
speaking test. Good luck!
 SCRIPT FOR SPEAKING TEST No. 3

LEVELS 3 – 5

PART I: SOCIAL INTERACTION (~ 3 mins)

Examiner speaking: Hello, this is the English proficiency test - the speaking test, levels
3 to 5. The speaking test consists of three parts.

The first part is social interaction. In this part, I will ask you questions about you and
everyday situations, such as work, hobbies and family.

The second part is solution discussion. In the second part, you will be given a situation
with three options. You have to choose one and explain your choice.

The third part is topic development. In this part, you will first have a talk on a given
topic, then you will have to answer follow-up questions.

Now, the test begins.

Let’s talk about music.

Examiner speaking: Do you like music? If yes, what kind of music do you like best?
Why? If no, why not?

Examiner speaking: What is the most popular kind of music in your country?

Examiner speaking: How is music good or not good for people?

Alright. Thank you.

Now, let’s talk about English as a school subject.

Examiner speaking: Did you learn English at secondary school?

Examiner speaking: What do you think about how English is taught at school now?

Examiner speaking: In what ways has children’s English much improved nowadays?
Part II: SOLUTION DISCUSSION (~ 4 mins)

Examiner speaking: Alright. Thank you. That is the end of Part I. Now let's move to
Part II. In this part of the speaking test, you will be given a situation with THREE
options. You have to choose ONE to argue on. You will have to say which option you
will follow and explain why. You will also have to say why you haven't chosen the other
two options. You have ONE minute to prepare your talk and TWO minutes to talk. Here
is the situation.

Situation: An optional subject will be added to the curriculum for secondary

students in your city. Three options are suggested:

- photograph

- swimming

- dancing

Which do you think is the best option for secondary students?

Part III: TOPIC DEVELOPMENT (~ 5 mins)

Examiner speaking: Alright. Thank you. That is the end of Part II. Now let's move to
Part III.

In this part of the speaking test, you will have to present on a topic that you will see in
the outline below. After your presentation, you will be asked THREE follow-up
questions related to the topic. You have ONE minute to prepare and THREE minutes to
complete this part. Here is the outline of the topic.

Topic: It is good to learn about a culture when you learn a language.

Language: the best

means of culture

Language and
Your own ideas
culture
Better
communication

Culture shocks

- Do you think it’s good to understand other people’s cultures? Why?

- What would you introduce first to a foreigner about the Vietnamese culture?

- What would you like to learn about English-speaking cultures?

Examiner speaking: OK. Thank you. That is the end of Part III and also the end of the
speaking test. Good luck!
 SCRIPT FOR SPEAKING TEST No. 4

LEVELS 3 – 5

PART I: SOCIAL INTERACTION (~ 3 mins)

Examiner speaking: Hello, this is the English proficiency test - the speaking test, levels
3 to 5. The speaking test consists of three parts.

The first part is social interaction. In this part, I will ask you questions about you and
everyday situations, such as work, hobbies and family.

The second part is solution discussion. In the second part, you will be given a situation
with three options. You have to choose one and explain your choice.

The third part is topic development. In this part, you will first have a talk on a given
topic, then you will have to answer follow-up questions.

Now, the test begins.

Let’s talk about your favourite places.

Examiner speaking: Where do you usually go when you have spare time?

Examiner speaking: Are there many interesting places where you live for people to go
at weekends?

Examiner speaking: In what way is café a great place for people to enjoy their free
time?

Alright. Thank you.

Now, let’s talk about the subjects taught in schools in Vietnam.

Examiner speaking: What subject did you like most when you were at school?

Examiner speaking: Do you think English is a good subject for all students to learn at
school? Why?

Examiner speaking: Do you think students are learning too many subjects at school
now?
Part II: SOLUTION DISCUSSION (~ 4 mins)

Examiner speaking: Alright. Thank you. That is the end of Part I. Now let's move to
Part II. In this part of the speaking test, you will be given a situation with THREE
options. You have to choose ONE to argue on. You will have to say which option you
will follow and explain why. You will also have to say why you haven't chosen the other
two options. You have ONE minute to prepare your talk and TWO minutes to talk. Here
is the situation.

Situation: You are going to take your secondary students to a private cinema.
Three options of movies are suggested:

- cartoon

- action movie

- detective movie

Which do you think is the best option for these students?

Part III: TOPIC DEVELOPMENT (~ 5 mins)

Examiner speaking: Alright. Thank you. That is the end of Part II. Now let's move to
Part III.

In this part of the speaking test, you will have to present on a topic that you will see in
the outline below. After your presentation, you will be asked THREE follow-up
questions related to the topic. You have ONE minute to prepare and THREE minutes to
complete this part. Here is the outline of the topic.

Topic: Punishment by teachers at school is good for students.

Obey teachers

Punishment
Your own ideas
Minimise
misbehaviour

Concentrate
better on study

- Do you think punishment by teachers to students at school should be

encouraged?

- Do all students obey their teachers whenever they receive punishment?

- What are the downsides of overuse of punishment at school?

Examiner speaking: OK. Thank you. That is the end of Part III and also the end of the
speaking test. Good luck!
 SCRIPT FOR SPEAKING TEST No. 5

LEVELS 3 – 5

PART I: SOCIAL INTERACTION (~ 3 mins)

Examiner speaking: Hello, this is the English proficiency test - the speaking test, levels
3 to 5. The speaking test consists of three parts.

The first part is social interaction. In this part, I will ask you questions about you and
everyday situations, such as work, hobbies and family.

The second part is solution discussion. In the second part, you will be given a situation
with three options. You have to choose one and explain your choice.

The third part is topic development. In this part, you will first have a talk on a given
topic, then you will have to answer follow-up questions.

Now, the test begins.

Let’s talk about your hometown.

Examiner speaking: Where do you come from?

Examiner speaking: Do you like living in... (candidate’s hometown)?

Examiner speaking: What is it famous for?

Alright. Thank you.

Now, let’s talk about your career.

Examiner speaking: What is your job?

Examiner speaking: How long have you been working as ......... (candidate’s job)?

Examiner speaking: Why do you like your job?

Part II: SOLUTION DISCUSSION (~ 4 mins)

Examiner speaking: Alright. Thank you. That is the end of Part I. Now let's move to
Part II. In this part of the speaking test, you will be given a situation with THREE
options. You have to choose ONE to argue on. You will have to say which option you
will follow and explain why. You will also have to say why you haven't chosen the other
two options. You have ONE minute to prepare your talk and TWO minutes to talk. Here
is the situation.

Situation: Your school, college or workplace is organizing an Open Day. When

visitors come to see and find out about the place, people will be asked to help
with various aspects of the event. There are THREE options for you to choose:

- A tour guide

- A traffic instructor

- A master of ceremony

Which job do you think would be most suitable for you?

Part III: TOPIC DEVELOPMENT (~ 5 mins)

Examiner speaking: Alright. Thank you. That is the end of Part II. Now let's move to Part
III.

In this part of the speaking test, you will have to present on a topic that you will see in
the outline below. After your presentation, you will be asked THREE follow-up
questions related to the topic. You have ONE minute to prepare and THREE minutes to
complete this part. Here is the outline of the topic.

Topic: Smoking should be banned in public places.

Smoker’s health

Second-hand SMOKING
Your own ideas
smoker’s health

Financial burden

- Do you smoke?

- Why do many people want to smoke?

- What should you do to prevent smoking in public places?

Examiner speaking: OK. Thank you. That is the end of Part III and also the end of the
speaking test. Good luck!
 SCRIPT FOR SPEAKING TEST No. 6

LEVELS 3 – 5

PART I: SOCIAL INTERACTION (~ 3 mins)

Examiner speaking: Hello, this is the English proficiency test - the speaking test, levels
3 to 5. The speaking test consists of three parts.

The first part is social interaction. In this part, I will ask you questions about you and
everyday situations, such as work, hobbies and family.

The second part is solution discussion. In the second part, you will be given a situation
with three options. You have to choose one and explain your choice.

The third part is topic development. In this part, you will first have a talk on a given
topic, then you will have to answer follow-up questions.

Now, the test begins.

Let’s talk about your hobby.

Examiner speaking: What do you like doing in your free time?

Examiner speaking: Why do you like doing it?

Examiner speaking: How much time do you spend doing that?

Alright. Thank you.

Now, let’s talk about English.

Examiner speaking: Do you like English?

Examiner speaking: When did you start learning English?

Examiner speaking: How do you improve your English?

Part II: SOLUTION DISCUSSION (~ 4 mins)

Examiner speaking: Alright. Thank you. That is the end of Part I. Now let's move to
Part II. In this part of the speaking test, you will be given a situation with THREE
options. You have to choose ONE to argue on. You will have to say which option you
will follow and explain why. You will also have to say why you haven't chosen the other
two options. You have ONE minute to prepare your talk and TWO minutes to talk. Here
is the situation.

Situation: Your family is making a plan for this weekend. There are THREE options
for you to choose:

- Going to the cinema

- Having dinner in a restaurant

- Going to the beach

Which plan do you think is the best choice for your family?
Part III: TOPIC DEVELOPMENT (~ 5 mins)

Examiner speaking: Alright. Thank you. That is the end of Part II. Now let's move to Part
III.

In this part of the speaking test, you will have to present on a topic that you will see in
the outline below. After your presentation, you will be asked THREE follow-up
questions related to the topic. You have ONE minute to prepare and THREE minutes to
complete this part. Here is the outline of the topic.

Topic: Describe a teacher who has influenced you.

His/her appearance

His/her personality TEACHER Your own ideas

His/her influences

- When did s/he teach you?

- Do you still keep in touch with him/her?

- How often do you see him/her?

Examiner speaking: OK. Thank you. That is the end of Part III and also the end of the
speaking test. Good luck!
 SCRIPT FOR SPEAKING TEST No. 7

LEVELS 3 – 5

PART I: SOCIAL INTERACTION (~ 3 mins)

Examiner speaking: Hello, this is the English proficiency test - the speaking test, levels
3 to 5. The speaking test consists of three parts.

The first part is social interaction. In this part, I will ask you questions about you and
everyday situations, such as work, hobbies and family.

The second part is solution discussion. In the second part, you will be given a situation
with three options. You have to choose one and explain your choice.

The third part is topic development. In this part, you will first have a talk on a given
topic, then you will have to answer follow-up questions.

Now, the test begins.

Let’s talk about your home town.

Examiner speaking: When is the best time to come to your hometown? Why?

Examiner speaking: What do you like best about your hometown?

Examiner speaking: Do you think your hometown is the best place to grow up? Why/
Why not?

Alright. Thank you.

Now, let’s talk about your best friend.

Examiner speaking: What does your best friend look like?

Examiner speaking: How did you meet your best friend?

Examiner speaking: In your opinion, what is the best quality of a good friend?
Part II: SOLUTION DISCUSSION (~ 4 mins)

Examiner speaking: Alright. Thank you. That is the end of Part I. Now let's move to
Part II. In this part of the speaking test, you will be given a situation with THREE
options. You have to choose ONE to argue on. You will have to say which option you
will follow and explain why. You will also have to say why you haven't chosen the other
two options. You have ONE minute to prepare your talk and TWO minutes to talk. Here
is the situation.

Situation: Your friend is going to have his first date this weekend. He would
like you to give advice on where to go. There are THREE options for you to
choose:

- Restaurant

- Cinema

- Shopping malls

Which do you think is the best place for the first date?
Part III: TOPIC DEVELOPMENT (~ 5 mins)

Examiner speaking: Alright. Thank you. That is the end of Part II. Now let's move to
Part III.

In this part of the speaking test, you will have to present on a topic that you will see in
the outline below. After your presentation, you will be asked THREE follow-up
questions related to the topic. You have ONE minute to prepare and THREE minutes to
complete this part. Here is the outline of the topic.

Topic: Airplane is the best transport means to travel long distance.

Time-saving

Safe Traveling by
Your own ideas
airplane

Comfortable

- Do you think airplane is the most important transport means of all time? Why/
why not?

- Are there any disadvantages of traveling by airplane?

- What are some ways that airlines could improve the flying experience for
passengers?

Examiner speaking: OK. Thank you. That is the end of Part III and also the end of the
speaking test. Good luck!
 SCRIPT FOR SPEAKING TEST No. 8

LEVELS 3 – 5

PART I: SOCIAL INTERACTION (~ 3 mins)

Examiner speaking: Hello, this is the English proficiency test - the speaking test, levels
3 to 5. The speaking test consists of three parts.

The first part is social interaction. In this part, I will ask you questions about you and
everyday situations, such as work, hobbies and family.

The second part is solution discussion. In the second part, you will be given a situation
with three options. You have to choose one and explain your choice.

The third part is topic development. In this part, you will first have a talk on a given
topic, then you will have to answer follow-up questions.

Now, the test begins.

Let’s talk about your leisure time.

Examiner speaking: What do you often do in your free time?

Examiner speaking: Have your leisure time activities changed since you were a child?

Examiner speaking: Do you prefer to spend you leisure time alone or with other people?
Why?

Alright. Thank you.

Now, let’s talk about books.

Examiner speaking: What kind of books do you like to read?

Examiner speaking: Do you read the same kind of books now that you read 5 years
ago?

Examiner speaking: When do you think is the best time to read? Why?
Part II: SOLUTION DISCUSSION (~ 4 mins)

Examiner speaking: Alright. Thank you. That is the end of Part I. Now let's move to
Part II. In this part of the speaking test, you will be given a situation with THREE
options. You have to choose ONE to argue on. You will have to say which option you
will follow and explain why. You will also have to say why you haven't chosen the other
two options. You have ONE minute to prepare your talk and TWO minutes to talk. Here
is the situation.

Situation: Your parents’ wedding anniversary is coming. You and your sister are
thinking of giving them a great present. There are THREE options for you to
choose:

- A wedding cake

- A 5-day tour to the beach

- An album of the whole family

Which do you think is the best present for their wedding anniversary?
Part III: TOPIC DEVELOPMENT (~ 5 mins)

Examiner speaking: Alright. Thank you. That is the end of Part II. Now let's move to
Part III.

In this part of the speaking test, you will have to present on a topic that you will see in
the outline below. After your presentation, you will be asked THREE follow-up
questions related to the topic. You have ONE minute to prepare and THREE minutes to
complete this part. Here is the outline of the topic.

Topic: Traditional festivals present important values.

Honor community strength

Improve spiritual Traditional

Your own ideas
life festivals

Teach history
and culture

- What local festival in your area or country would be most interesting for a
foreign guest, do you think?

- Do people nowadays appreciate public holidays like they did in the past?

- What are some ways that the government should do to preserve traditional
festivals?

Examiner speaking: OK. Thank you. That is the end of Part III and also the end of the
speaking test. Good luck!
 SCRIPT FOR SPEAKING TEST No. 9

LEVELS 3 – 5

PART I: SOCIAL INTERACTION (~ 3 mins)

Examiner speaking: Hello, this is the English proficiency test - the speaking test, levels
3 to 5. The speaking test consists of three parts.

The first part is social interaction. In this part, I will ask you questions about you and
everyday situations, such as work, hobbies and family.

The second part is solution discussion. In the second part, you will be given a situation
with three options. You have to choose one and explain your choice.

The third part is topic development. In this part, you will first have a talk on a given
topic, then you will have to answer follow-up questions.

Now, the test begins.

Let’s talk about: Social networks

Examiner speaking: Do you like social networks?

Examiner speaking: What kind of social networks are you using now? If yes, which
social network are you using? Why?

Examiner speaking: What is your advice for social network users?

Alright. Thank you.

Now, let’s talk about: Fashion matters

Examiner speaking: How important is fashion to you?

Examiner speaking: What sort of clothes do you prefer to wear?

Examiner speaking: Do you ever have to wear things you don’t really like? If so, when,
and why?
Part II: SOLUTION DISCUSSION (~ 4 mins)

Examiner speaking: Alright. Thank you. That is the end of Part I. Now let's move to
Part II. In this part of the speaking test, you will be given a situation with THREE
options. You have to choose ONE to argue on. You will have to say which option you
will follow and explain why. You will also have to say why you haven't chosen the other
two options. You have ONE minute to prepare your talk and TWO minutes to talk. Here
is the situation.

Situation: You were a lottery winner. You won one billion VND. There are
THREE options for you to choose:

- Put all in a bank to receive monthly interest

- Bought some valuable things such as a car, a house or a piece of land

- Gave some to a charity organization. Then, went travelling with your family or
friends with the rest.

Which will you choose? Remember that you don’t have to tighten your belt to
live a living day (you earn enough money to meet your everyday needs). Explain
your choice.
 Part III: TOPIC DEVELOPMENT (~ 5 mins)

Examiner speaking: Alright. Thank you. That is the end of Part II. Now let's move to
Part III.

In this part of the speaking test, you will have to present on a topic that you will see in
the outline below. After your presentation, you will be asked THREE follow-up
questions related to the topic. You have ONE minute to prepare and THREE minutes to
complete this part. Here is the outline of the topic.

Topic: How important are your friends to you?

Share life

Help Friendship
Your own ideas

Get together (have

fun)

- Do you think you make friends easily? Why?/ Why not?

- What is the most important quality to you in a friend?

- Do you sometimes get on with your friends better than with your family? Why?/
Why not?

Examiner speaking: OK. Thank you. That is the end of Part III and also the end of the
speaking test. Good luck!
 SCRIPT FOR SPEAKING TEST No. 10

LEVELS 3 – 5

PART I: SOCIAL INTERACTION (~ 3 mins)

Examiner speaking: Hello, this is the English proficiency test - the speaking test, levels 3
to 5. The speaking test consists of three parts.

The first part is social interaction. In this part, I will ask you questions about you and
everyday situations, such as work, hobbies and family.

The second part is solution discussion. In the second part, you will be given a situation
with three options. You have to choose one and explain your choice.

The third part is topic development. In this part, you will first have a talk on a given
topic, then you will have to answer follow-up questions.

Now, the test begins.

Let’s talk about: Games and Sports

Examiner speaking: Which indoor games do you play regularly?

Examiner speaking: Which indoor games are common in your hometown?

Examiner speaking: Do you take part in any outdoor sports regularly? (Which?)

Alright. Thank you.

Now, let’s talk about: Keeping Fit

Examiner speaking: How often do you do any exercise?

Examiner speaking: Do you prefer to exercise alone or in a class? Why?

Examiner speaking: What do you think is the best type of exercise? Why?
Part II: SOLUTION DISCUSSION (~ 4 mins)

Examiner speaking: Alright. Thank you. That is the end of Part I. Now let's move to Part
II. In this part of the speaking test, you will be given a situation with THREE options.
You have to choose ONE to argue on. You will have to say which option you will follow
and explain why. You will also have to say why you haven't chosen the other two
options. You have ONE minute to prepare your talk and TWO minutes to talk. Here is
the situation.

Situation: You are invited to a new working place. You have decided to go. There
are THREE reasons that make you go:

- You go because you are paid much higher than the old working place

- You go because you are respected (needed) in a positive work environment with
high salary

- You go because it is simply that you will be paid higher and can do whatever you
want in a competitive work environment.

Which will you choose? Remember that you are an educated person, you are an expert in
your field. Explain your choice.
Part III: TOPIC DEVELOPMENT (~ 5 mins)

Examiner speaking: Alright. Thank you. That is the end of Part II. Now let's move to
Part III.

In this part of the speaking test, you will have to present on a topic that you will see in
the outline below. After your presentation, you will be asked THREE follow-up
questions related to the topic. You have ONE minute to prepare and THREE minutes to
complete this part. Here is the outline of the topic.

Topic: Crimes are increasing in modern society?

unemployment

DVD Crime Your own ideas

TV programme

- What do you think are the causes of crime?

- Do DVDs and TV programmes about violent crime help to cause more crime? Why?/
Why not?

- Is prison really the answer to crime? Why?

Examiner speaking: OK. Thank you. That is the end of Part III and also the end of
the speaking test. Good luck!