Speaking Cue Card 42 with Possible Solution

The candidate is to find out as much information as possible about buying a book.

Candidate’s cue card:

BUYING A BOOK

Your teacher recommended a good English language writing book to assist students with their written work.

Ask the examiner about:

• the level of the book
• the title
• the authors
• the cost
• place of purchase
• extras – cassettes, answers

Information for the Examiner:

• the level of the book…………….. It is valuable for students preparing for university entrance and for advance learners of English.
• the title…………….. “Writing Academic English” or another text you know of
• the authors…………….. by Walton and Hague
• the cost…………….. around $40/£20
• place of purchase…………….. Name a suitable bookshop in the town.
• extras – cassettes, answers…………….. There is no cassette as it is only a writing book. It does not provide answers, but the teacher could help with corrections.

Source: CAMBRIDGE IELTS 2