B1 Intermediate
Speaking
Cambridge English
Cambridge B1 Preliminary — Part 4 discussion
Travel
About 3 minutes
3 questions
Cambridge B1 Preliminary — Part 4 discussion: Transport and Healthy Journeys
About this practice test
Practise B1 English speaking for Cambridge Preliminary Part 4 by giving opinions about travel choices and healthier daily journeys.
What you’ll practice
Speaking naturally
Answer familiar questions in your own words.
Developing your ideas
Give a reason or example to support your answer.
Listening back
Record an answer and notice what you can improve.
What to expect:
3 spoken questions from Emma, your practice examiner. Follow the task and record each answer for up to 45 seconds. Practising is free. Sign in and choose feedback for 25 coins. Feedback is a practice estimate rather than an official exam score.
The 3-minute practice timer includes preparation, answers and an allowance for question audio. It starts when you start the practice.
Study the questions and tasks
Work through the material below, or start the interactive practice above to complete an attempt. Use the task instructions and the guidance at the end of the page to review your own response.
- Practice level
- B1. Try this level if you can follow the instructions and understand most of the language; choose an earlier level if you need more support.
- Question formats
- Speaking response
How to approach this practice
Read the question or cue card and think of a relevant experience or opinion. Use short notes rather than memorising a script.
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Question 1 · Speaking response
Answer aloud in your own words. Develop your ideas with a reason or example.
Why do some people choose to walk or cycle for short journeys?
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Question 2 · Speaking response
Answer aloud in your own words. Develop your ideas with a reason or example.
Is travelling with friends more enjoyable than travelling alone? Why?
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Question 3 · Speaking response
Answer aloud in your own words. Develop your ideas with a reason or example.
What could make journeys to school or work healthier?
What to review next
Listen back to your recording. Check that you answered the question, developed your ideas and spoke clearly. Record a second response after reviewing any feedback you choose to request.
A focused practice result shows how you did on these tasks. Use several activities across skills to decide what to study next; one practice score does not certify an overall CEFR level.