What Is CELPIP Speaking Task 4?

CELPIP Speaking Task 4, "Making Predictions," shows you a picture of a scene captured at a specific moment. You get 30 seconds to study the image and prepare, then 60 seconds to describe what you think will happen next based on the visual details, body language, and context clues in the picture.

Task Format at a Glance

• Preparation time: 30 seconds
• Speaking time: 60 seconds
• Input: One scene image per question
• Goal: Make logical, specific predictions tied to what's visible in the picture

How This Practice Tool Works

1. Choose a Task 4 question (or let us pick one for you).
2. Study the scene image during the 30-second prep window.
3. Record your 60-second prediction response.
4. Get instant AI feedback with a CLB 1–12 score across four criteria — Coherence, Vocabulary, Listenability, and Task Fulfillment — plus a full transcript and key improvement suggestions.

Tips for a Higher CLB Score

• Set the scene first. Briefly describe what's happening right now before predicting what comes next.
• Make 2–3 concrete predictions. Vague guesses score lower than specific, image-grounded ones.
• Justify each prediction. Point to a visual clue (an expression, an object, a posture) that supports your guess.
• Use prediction language. Phrases like "it looks like," "is about to," "will probably," and "is likely to" signal the right register.
• Keep talking for the full 60 seconds. Long pauses hurt your Listenability score — if you run out of ideas, add detail to an existing prediction.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is CELPIP Speaking Task 4 scored?
Our AI evaluates your recorded response on four CELPIP speaking criteria — Coherence, Vocabulary, Listenability, and Task Fulfillment — and converts the result into a CLB (Canadian Language Benchmark) level from 1 to 12, matching the scale used in the real CELPIP test.

What makes a strong prediction in Task 4?
Strong predictions are specific, logical, and clearly connected to details in the image — not generic guesses that could apply to any picture.

Is there a preparation timer?
Yes — Task 4 gives you 30 seconds to study the image before the 60-second recording begins, matching the real CELPIP exam format.

Is this tool free to use?
Yes, you can practice CELPIP Speaking Task 4 and get AI-powered feedback for free, with a limited number of reviews per day.

Can I practice in Chinese or Vietnamese?
The interface is available in English, Chinese (中文), and Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt) — switch languages from the site navigation. Your spoken response should still be in English, as that's the language assessed in CELPIP.