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Guide to Speaking (Part 2 - VSTEP)

Question requirements:
In this part of the test, you are given A SITUATION and THREE
OPTIONS for you to choose from. You need to decide on THE BEST
choice and JUSTIFY your opinion.

Example:

One of your close friends is Situation

going abroad to study for two
years. Three means of
communication are suggested Options
for you and him/her to maintain
contact: using emails, writing
letters, and making phone calls.
Which do you think is the best? Requirement

Answer Order:
1. State which one you choose (in ONE sentence)

2. Give 2-3 reasons to support your choice ( including explanations for

each reason plus comparisons with other choices) (5-7 sentences)

Language features:
1. Comparatives and superlatives (to show the similarities and
differences between the options, try to highlight the most outstanding
features of your option)

2. Signal words to list the reasons and support to create coherence

within your answer
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Notes:
- Don’t try to complicate your ideas, Make it straightforward, simple and
easy to understand

- Compound and complex sentences are welcome but for B1 level, just
try to make sure you produce accurate simple sentences.

- Try to speak without hesitation.

- Choose the option that you find it easier to explain and support rather
than choose what you like

- Try to maintain eye contact with the examiner during your talk

Sample answers
Question:

You are 18 now and you have the right to decide on what kind of accommodation
you want. There are three options for you to choose from: living with your parents,
living with your close friends in a rented house and living in the dormitory. Which
do you think is the best?

 Sample 1:

As for me, living in the dormitory is an ideal choice because of two main
reasons. First, it will be more convenient and effective for my study. I don’t
have to waste time travelling to campus as when living with my parents or
with my friends in a rented house. I can also get accessed to study facilities
such as library or computer labs much more easily. Second, living in the
dormitory will help me to enjoy my student life to the fullest. There are
many fun activities on campus which students living at home or outside the
university may find it harder to participate in. I can also build a larger
network of friends because many students live in the dormitory.
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 Sample 2:

As for me, living in the dormitory is an ideal choice because of two main
reasons. First, it will be more convenient and effective for my study. I don’t
have t waste much time travelling to campus. I can also get accessed to
study facilities such as library or computer labs much more easily. Second,
living in the dormitory will help me to enjoy my student life to the fullest,
There are many fun activities on campus for me to participate in. I can also
build a larger network of friends because many students live in the
dormitory. By contrast, living with my parents or with my friends in a
rented house will involve commuting to college, which makes it harder for
me to utilize campus facilities or take part in all the activities organized at
university.