CELPIP Speaking Part 4: Making Predictions
In Task 4, you look at an image and predict what will happen next. You use future tenses and conditional language to explain your predictions with reasons. You have 30 seconds to prepare and 60 seconds to speak.
Practice Making Predictions NowWhat to Expect
You will see the same type of image as Task 3 — a scene with people and activities. But instead of describing what you see, you predict what will happen next.
You need to make 2-3 predictions about what the people in the image will do, what might change in the scene, or what consequences could follow from the current situation.
Raters evaluate your use of future tenses, conditional structures, logical reasoning, and vocabulary range.
Tips for Scoring High
- Use future language: "I think the man will...", "She is probably going to...", "It looks like they might..."
- Give reasons for your predictions: "Because the sky looks dark, I predict it will start raining and the people will move inside."
- Use conditional structures: "If the traffic continues, the bus will probably be late." This demonstrates grammar range.
- Make 2-3 distinct predictions rather than one long guess. Each prediction should be a separate idea with its own reasoning.
- Connect your predictions to visible evidence in the image: "Since the woman is carrying an umbrella, she probably expects rain."
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