This document outlines the structure and expectations for part 4 of a test, emphasizing the importance of using language to express opinions, provide examples, and engage in constructive dialogue with a partner. Test-takers are advised to avoid short answers, extend their responses, and maintain a continuous conversation, even if they are unsure of the answers. Additional tips include using fillers to keep the discussion flowing and sharing personal experiences to enrich the dialogue.

2. How it works…
uUse language to express and justify
an opinion, to agree and disagree etc.
In Part 4 of the test, which lasts about 4
minutes, the examiner will join both
candidates in a discussion about the
general topic that appeared in Part 3.
Try to show real examples in order to
justify your ansewers.

3. Tips!
Again, as with earlier sections of the test,
avoid short, 'yes', 'no' answers to the
examiner's questions.
Make sure you extend your answers with, e.g:
reasons, examples…
Continue to work with your partner. Respond
constructively and show interest in things he or
she says.
Remember you can respond to what your
partner says in their answers.

4. Sometimes the examiner will ask you to
discuss a question together and this may lead
to a discussion between you. This may last
more than one turn each, which is fine.
If you don’t know the answer, al teast try to
justify “why”: I don’t know what Italy is like, I’ve
never been abroad but I think it must be really
beautiful and nice to live there. I’d love to go to
European cities.

5. What if I don’t know what else
to say
 Don’t stop talking under any circumstances, make
sure you talk all the time (weather you agree or not,
use personal examples o general opinions)
 Use fillers:
- Well, ….
- Let me think….
- Let me see….
- I mean….
- So….

6. Take advantage of this
section… (complex)
 I love my dog, and I know he loves me, he is very
happy all the time
 I’m so fond of my dog, he will wag his tail happily
whenever he sees me, he never grunts or anything
 Yes, I want to go abroad next year, I know I will
love it
 I just can’t wait to go abroad next year, I’m really
looking forward to it