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KET Speaking Part 1 Interlocutor Details

Part 1 5-6 minutes

Greetings and introductions

At the beginning of Part 1, the interlocutor greets the candidates, asks for their names and asks them to spell something.

Giving information about place of origin, occupation, studies

The interlocutor asks candidates about where they come from/live, and for information about their school/studies/work.

Giving general information about self

The interlocutor asks candidates questions about their daily life, past experiences or future plans. They may be asked, for example, about their likes and dislikes, or about recent past experiences, or to describe and compare places.

Extended response

In the final section of Part 1, candidates are expected to give an extended response to a 'Tell me something about …' prompt. The topics are still of a personal and concrete nature.