Cambridge Flyers_ Speaking

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Cambridge English: Young Learners
Cambridge Flyers
Speaking
Your Guide to the Speaking Test
7-9 Minutes
4 Fun Parts
5 Shields Max

2.

What is Cambridge Flyers?
The Third Level
Cambridge Flyers is the third level of Cambridge English: Young
Learners exams. It's designed for children aged 10-12 who are
learning English!
A2 Level
Flyers is at A2 level on the Common European Framework. This
means you can understand and use everyday English!
Builds your confidence
Tests real English skills
No Pass or Fail!
Fun and friendly format
Don't worry - there's no pass or fail! You get 1 to 5 shields for each
skill. Even 1 shield means you're learning and improving!

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The Speaking Test: What to Expect
How Long?
What You'll Be Tested On
7-9 Minutes
Vocabulary & Grammar
The test is short and fun! You'll talk with one examiner who is very friendly and wants you to
do your best.
Using the right words and sentence
structures
Who Will Be There?
Pronunciation
You + 1 Examiner
An usher (someone who speaks your language) will explain everything before you go in. Then
Speaking clearly so others can understand
you'll meet the examiner!
you
How Many Parts?
4 Fun Parts!
The test has 4 different activities. Each part is different and exciting!
Interaction
How well you communicate with the
examiner

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1
Find the Differences
Part 1: Spot What's Different!
What You Do
Practice Example
The examiner shows you a picture and keeps a similar one. They describe their
picture, and you need to find 6 differences in your picture!
Examiner says:
Example:
"In my picture, there is a cake on the table."
"In my picture, the clock is square, but in your picture, the clock is round."
Types of Differences
You say:
"In your picture, there is a cake, but in my picture,
Quantity (1 vs 2)
Color (red vs blue)
Location (on vs under)
Appearance (long vs short)
Activities (run vs walk)
Shape/Size
there are magazines."
Tip: Listen carefully and look at YOUR picture!

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Exchange
2 Information
Part 2: Ask and Answer!
What You Do
First, the examiner asks YOU questions. Then, YOU ask the examiner questions! It's like
a fun conversation game!
Topics:
People, places, objects, time, age, appearance
Practice Time!
Types of Questions
Examiner asks:
"What is the girl's name?"
Wh- Questions:
What, Where, Who, When, How old, How many
Example: "What is Robert's favorite restaurant?"
You answer:
"Her name is Sarah."
Yes/No Questions:
Questions with "Is/Are/Has/Have"
Example: "Has Harry's teacher got a car?"
You ask:
"How old is the boy?"
Or Questions:
Questions with choices
Example: "Is the restaurant cheap or expensive?"
Examiner answers:
"He is ten years old."

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Story
3 Picture
Part 3: Tell a Story!
What You Do
Story Example
The examiner shows you 5 pictures that tell a story. They describe the
first picture and tell you the story title and character names. You
Story Title: "David's Birthday"
Character: David
describe the other 4 pictures!
Remember:
Examiner describes Picture 1:
You don't need to be a storyteller! Just say a few words about each picture.
"It's David's birthday. There is a big present for David."
The examiner will help if you need it!
You describe Picture 2:
"David is opening the present. He's excited!"
Useful Structures
There is/are...
He/She is/has...
can/can't
must/mustn't
He's playing...
has gone to...
is going to...
is happy/sad...
You describe Picture 3:
"He's playing the drums very loudly."
You describe Picture 4:
"His sister is covering her ears. She doesn't like the noise!"

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Questions
4 Personal
Part 4: Talk About Yourself!
Example Questions & Answers
"What time do you get up on Saturday?"
What You Do
"I get up at 9 o'clock."
The examiner asks you questions about YOURSELF! This is your time to shine and talk about things you
know best - YOU!
"What do you do on Saturday afternoon?"
Simple answers are perfect! Use phrases or 1-2 short sentences.
"I play football with my friends."
"Tell me about your family."
Topics You Might Talk About
School
"There are four people. My mum, dad, sister and me."
Hobbies
Family
"What did you do yesterday?"
"I went to the park and played basketball."
Holidays
Home
Daily Routines
"What are you going to do at the weekend?"
"I'm going to visit my grandma."

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Super Tips for Success!
Be Polite!
At the Start:
Say "Hello!" and "Nice to meet you!"
At the End:
Say "Goodbye!" and "Thank you!"
Listen Carefully!
Part 1:
Listen to the examiner's description of their picture
Part 2:
Speak Clearly!
Speak slowly and clearly
Don't worry about mistakes
Take your time
Listen to the question words: what, where, who,
when
Smile!
A smile makes everyone feel happy!
Part 3:
Look at all pictures first to understand the story
Don't Understand?
Just say: "Sorry, I don't understand." The examiner
will help you!
Most Important!
Have fun and enjoy the test!

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Practice Makes Perfect!
Practice Part 1
Practice Part 4
Look at pictures in books or magazines. Describe what you see and find
Think about answers to common questions about yourself. Practice talking
differences between two similar pictures!
about your family, hobbies, school, and daily routines!
Practice Part 2
Practice asking and answering questions with family or friends. Use question
Use Online Resources
Visit the Cambridge English website for practice materials and sample tests!
words: what, where, who, when, how old, how many!
cambridgeenglish.org/flyers
Practice Part 3
Look at comic strips or picture stories. Describe what is happening in each
picture using simple sentences!
Remember!
The more you practice, the more confident you'll feel on test day!

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You've Got This!
You're ready for your Cambridge Flyers Speaking test!
The examiner is friendly and wants you to succeed
Take your time and speak clearly
Do your best and have fun!
Good Luck!