30 CELPIP Speaking Task 3 Practice Questions with Sample Answers

This post contains 30 CELPIP Speaking Task 3 practice questions with answers, covering Describing a Scene. Each practice question includes a sample answer from Arno's reviewed practice bank. This task appears in both CELPIP-General and CELPIP-General LS.

Practice Question 1

A friend cannot see this picture. Describe what is happening in the scene. Talk about the people, their actions, and how they are reacting to the situation.

Sample answer

Several connected events are unfolding at this festival entrance. Markers and tape roll from a tipped supply box while one adult gathers them and another keeps people from stepping into the spill. Volunteers hang decorations, arrange an empty booth, and carry signs and supplies into position for the festival. Two frustrated visitors reach for the same supply bin while a staff member raises a calming hand and points to a volunteer bringing a second bin. People are spread across the scene; some continue the main activity while others respond to the disruption.

Practice Question 2

A friend cannot see this picture. Describe what is happening in the scene. Talk about the people, their actions, and how they are reacting to the situation.

Sample answer

People at this public workshop are handling different activities at once. An instructor demonstrates a practical step while participants use the same materials at nearby work tables. Water leaks from a cracked container while one person sets it in a plastic tub and another wipes the floor. People are spread across the scene; some continue the main activity while others respond to the disruption. Near the entrance, a staff member hands a map to two arriving visitors, a volunteer waves a family toward the correct desk, and another visitor pauses with a folded stroller.

Practice Question 3

A friend cannot see this picture. Describe what is happening in the scene. Talk about the people, their actions, and how they are reacting to the situation.

Sample answer

Several connected events are unfolding at this community sale. A leashed dog pulls toward a low display while its owner holds the leash with both hands and a seller lifts a fragile item away. Shoppers examine household items while a seller wraps a purchase and a volunteer arranges donated goods on a table. Workers move folded tables and sports equipment through a crowded area; one loses balance, another clears a path, and visitors shift aside. People are spread across the scene; some continue the main activity while others respond to the disruption.

Practice Question 4

A friend cannot see this picture. Describe what is happening in the scene. Talk about the people, their actions, and how they are reacting to the situation.

Sample answer

The picture captures a lot of activity at a waterfront market. Two frustrated visitors reach for the same supply bin while a staff member raises a calming hand and points to a volunteer bringing a second bin. One vendor packs produce into crates, another folds a table, and the last shoppers carry purchases away as the market closes. People are spread across the scene; some continue the main activity while others respond to the disruption. A stack of folding chairs leans sideways while one worker holds it upright and another removes the top chair.

Practice Question 5

A friend cannot see this picture. Describe what is happening in the scene. Talk about the people, their actions, and how they are reacting to the situation.

Sample answer

The picture captures a lot of activity in a volunteer depot. Workers move folded tables and sports equipment through a crowded area; one loses balance, another clears a path, and visitors shift aside. New volunteers receive vests and clipboards while a coordinator points them toward their assigned work areas. People are spread across the scene; some continue the main activity while others respond to the disruption. A gust scatters paper decorations while two volunteers gather them and a third closes the open door. Together, these visible actions make the whole area look active and crowded.

Practice Question 6

A friend cannot see this picture. Describe what is happening in the scene. Talk about the people, their actions, and how they are reacting to the situation.

Sample answer

People at this public workshop are handling different activities at once. An instructor demonstrates a practical step while participants use the same materials at nearby work tables. Apples roll from a tilted crate while a vendor rights it, a shopper stops one apple, and another person warns approaching visitors. People are spread across the scene; some continue the main activity while others respond to the disruption. A floor mat curls upward beside a busy walkway while a staff member reaches for a barrier, a parent guides a child around it, and two adults warn an approaching visitor.

Practice Question 7

A friend cannot see this picture. Describe what is happening in the scene. Talk about the people, their actions, and how they are reacting to the situation.

Sample answer

This is a busy community-centre lobby. At the welcome table, visitors wear temporary name tags while a host leads a small group on a tour of the facility. A queue grows at an open service desk while one staff member checks a form, another hands out wristbands, and a volunteer extends the stanchion line. One leg of a folding table buckles while two adults lift its corners and a third removes objects from the top. People are spread across the scene; some continue the main activity while others respond to the disruption.

Practice Question 8

A friend cannot see this picture. Describe what is happening in the scene. Talk about the people, their actions, and how they are reacting to the situation.

Sample answer

This is a busy recreation gym. One class leaves with rolled exercise mats, the next group waits beside an instructor, and a staff member replaces cones and balls during the class changeover. Near the entrance, a staff member hands a map to two arriving visitors, a volunteer waves a family toward the correct desk, and another visitor pauses with a folded stroller. A folding sign slides across the ground while a visitor stops it with a foot and a worker reaches for the handle. People are spread across the scene; some continue the main activity while others respond to the disruption.

Practice Question 9

A friend cannot see this picture. Describe what is happening in the scene. Talk about the people, their actions, and how they are reacting to the situation.

Sample answer

People in this registration hall are handling different activities at once. Visitors hold forms while staff check names at a desk and give people wristbands before they enter. A bird lifts a bread roll while a vendor covers the remaining food and a child points upward. People are spread across the scene; some continue the main activity while others respond to the disruption. A floor mat curls upward beside a busy walkway while a staff member reaches for a barrier, a parent guides a child around it, and two adults warn an approaching visitor.

Practice Question 10

A friend cannot see this picture. Describe what is happening in the scene. Talk about the people, their actions, and how they are reacting to the situation.

Sample answer

The picture captures a lot of activity at a waterfront market. A container of lightweight objects spills open, one person crouches to collect them, another shields the area from foot traffic, and a child offers an item that rolled away. One vendor packs produce into crates, another folds a table, and the last shoppers carry purchases away as the market closes. People are spread across the scene; some continue the main activity while others respond to the disruption. The top box slides from a volunteer's tall stack while one person reaches to steady it and another clears a table.

Practice Question 11

A friend cannot see this picture. Describe what is happening in the scene. Talk about the people, their actions, and how they are reacting to the situation.

Sample answer

The picture captures a lot of activity in a volunteer depot. A fallen display board makes one adult pull back, two onlookers step closer to inspect it, and a worker reach for its frame. New volunteers receive vests and clipboards while a coordinator points them toward their assigned work areas. People are spread across the scene; some continue the main activity while others respond to the disruption. Several balloon strings slip from a volunteer's hand while another person grabs the lowest strings and a child points upward. Together, these visible actions make the whole area look active and crowded.

Practice Question 12

A friend cannot see this picture. Describe what is happening in the scene. Talk about the people, their actions, and how they are reacting to the situation.

Sample answer

This is a busy community-centre lobby. At the welcome table, visitors wear temporary name tags while a host leads a small group on a tour of the facility. A person pushes a supply cart toward an exit as a family crosses toward a registration table, while a volunteer signals both groups to stop. A wheel has detached from a tilted delivery trolley while one worker supports the trolley and another retrieves the wheel. People are spread across the scene; some continue the main activity while others respond to the disruption.

Practice Question 13

A friend cannot see this picture. Describe what is happening in the scene. Talk about the people, their actions, and how they are reacting to the situation.

Sample answer

The picture captures a lot of activity in a volunteer depot. Near the entrance, a staff member hands a map to two arriving visitors, a volunteer waves a family toward the correct desk, and another visitor pauses with a folded stroller. New volunteers receive vests and clipboards while a coordinator points them toward their assigned work areas. People are spread across the scene; some continue the main activity while others respond to the disruption. One canopy corner pulls free while a vendor holds the support pole and a helper reaches for the loose fabric.

Practice Question 14

A friend cannot see this picture. Describe what is happening in the scene. Talk about the people, their actions, and how they are reacting to the situation.

Sample answer

The picture captures a lot of activity at a waterfront market. A queue grows at an open service desk while one staff member checks a form, another hands out wristbands, and a volunteer extends the stanchion line. One vendor packs produce into crates, another folds a table, and the last shoppers carry purchases away as the market closes. People are spread across the scene; some continue the main activity while others respond to the disruption. A gust lifts a paper decoration while two volunteers grab its ends and a visitor shields their face.

Practice Question 15

A friend cannot see this picture. Describe what is happening in the scene. Talk about the people, their actions, and how they are reacting to the situation.

Sample answer

Several connected events are unfolding at this community sale. A visitor bumps a drink tray while the server catches one cup and another person moves a bag away from the spill. Shoppers examine household items while a seller wraps a purchase and a volunteer arranges donated goods on a table. A person pushes a supply cart toward an exit as a family crosses toward a registration table, while a volunteer signals both groups to stop. People are spread across the scene; some continue the main activity while others respond to the disruption.

Practice Question 16

A friend cannot see this picture. Describe what is happening in the scene. Talk about the people, their actions, and how they are reacting to the situation.

Sample answer

People in this registration hall are handling different activities at once. Visitors hold forms while staff check names at a desk and give people wristbands before they enter. A stroller wheel catches beside a narrow gap while its owner lifts the front and a helper moves a chair to make space. People are spread across the scene; some continue the main activity while others respond to the disruption. Two frustrated visitors reach for the same supply bin while a staff member raises a calming hand and points to a volunteer bringing a second bin.

Practice Question 17

A friend cannot see this picture. Describe what is happening in the scene. Talk about the people, their actions, and how they are reacting to the situation.

Sample answer

People in this registration hall are handling different activities at once. Visitors hold forms while staff check names at a desk and give people wristbands before they enter. A child drops coloured paper and glue sticks while a parent helps gather them and a volunteer brings a basket. People are spread across the scene; some continue the main activity while others respond to the disruption. Workers move folded tables and sports equipment through a crowded area; one loses balance, another clears a path, and visitors shift aside. Together, these visible actions make the whole area look active and crowded.

Practice Question 18

A friend cannot see this picture. Describe what is happening in the scene. Talk about the people, their actions, and how they are reacting to the situation.

Sample answer

Several connected events are unfolding at this community sale. A large umbrella pulls from a vendor's hand while a shopper catches the pole and another person holds down table items. Shoppers examine household items while a seller wraps a purchase and a volunteer arranges donated goods on a table. A container of lightweight objects spills open, one person crouches to collect them, another shields the area from foot traffic, and a child offers an item that rolled away. People are spread across the scene; some continue the main activity while others respond to the disruption.

Practice Question 19

A friend cannot see this picture. Describe what is happening in the scene. Talk about the people, their actions, and how they are reacting to the situation.

Sample answer

This is a busy community-centre lobby. At the welcome table, visitors wear temporary name tags while a host leads a small group on a tour of the facility. A container of lightweight objects spills open, one person crouches to collect them, another shields the area from foot traffic, and a child offers an item that rolled away. Rain blows through an open entrance while a visitor opens an umbrella and a staff member carries welcome materials under cover. People are spread across the scene; some continue the main activity while others respond to the disruption.

Practice Question 20

A friend cannot see this picture. Describe what is happening in the scene. Talk about the people, their actions, and how they are reacting to the situation.

Sample answer

People at this public workshop are handling different activities at once. An instructor demonstrates a practical step while participants use the same materials at nearby work tables. A loaded cart begins rolling down a slight slope while one worker grabs the handle and another places a block before a wheel. People are spread across the scene; some continue the main activity while others respond to the disruption. A queue grows at an open service desk while one staff member checks a form, another hands out wristbands, and a volunteer extends the stanchion line.

Practice Question 21

A friend cannot see this picture. Describe what is happening in the scene. Talk about the people, their actions, and how they are reacting to the situation.

Sample answer

This is a busy recreation gym. One class leaves with rolled exercise mats, the next group waits beside an instructor, and a staff member replaces cones and balls during the class changeover. A floor mat curls upward beside a busy walkway while a staff member reaches for a barrier, a parent guides a child around it, and two adults warn an approaching visitor. Paper cups fall from an overflowing recycling bin while a worker brings an empty bag and a visitor picks up two cups. People are spread across the scene; some continue the main activity while others respond to the disruption.

Practice Question 22

A friend cannot see this picture. Describe what is happening in the scene. Talk about the people, their actions, and how they are reacting to the situation.

Sample answer

Several connected events are unfolding at this festival entrance. An unattended bicycle blocks the main path while its cyclist returns, a staff member points toward a rack, and visitors walk around it. Volunteers hang decorations, arrange an empty booth, and carry signs and supplies into position for the festival. A fallen display board makes one adult pull back, two onlookers step closer to inspect it, and a worker reach for its frame. People are spread across the scene; some continue the main activity while others respond to the disruption.

Practice Question 23

A friend cannot see this picture. Describe what is happening in the scene. Talk about the people, their actions, and how they are reacting to the situation.

Sample answer

The picture captures a lot of activity in a volunteer depot. A person pushes a supply cart toward an exit as a family crosses toward a registration table, while a volunteer signals both groups to stop. New volunteers receive vests and clipboards while a coordinator points them toward their assigned work areas. People are spread across the scene; some continue the main activity while others respond to the disruption. A kite drifts beyond a child's reach while a parent holds the child back and another adult catches the string.

Practice Question 24

A friend cannot see this picture. Describe what is happening in the scene. Talk about the people, their actions, and how they are reacting to the situation.

Sample answer

This is a busy community-centre lobby. At the welcome table, visitors wear temporary name tags while a host leads a small group on a tour of the facility. Two frustrated visitors reach for the same supply bin while a staff member raises a calming hand and points to a volunteer bringing a second bin. A misplaced barrier points visitors toward a closed corridor while a staff member turns it and a volunteer signals the correct route. People are spread across the scene; some continue the main activity while others respond to the disruption.

Practice Question 25

A friend cannot see this picture. Describe what is happening in the scene. Talk about the people, their actions, and how they are reacting to the situation.

Sample answer

This is a busy recreation gym. One class leaves with rolled exercise mats, the next group waits beside an instructor, and a staff member replaces cones and balls during the class changeover. A fallen display board makes one adult pull back, two onlookers step closer to inspect it, and a worker reach for its frame. A display rack sways while one person grips its frame and another removes a heavy item from the top shelf. People are spread across the scene; some continue the main activity while others respond to the disruption.

Practice Question 26

A friend cannot see this picture. Describe what is happening in the scene. Talk about the people, their actions, and how they are reacting to the situation.

Sample answer

The picture captures a lot of activity at a waterfront market. A fallen display board makes one adult pull back, two onlookers step closer to inspect it, and a worker reach for its frame. One vendor packs produce into crates, another folds a table, and the last shoppers carry purchases away as the market closes. People are spread across the scene; some continue the main activity while others respond to the disruption. A rolling suitcase opens and drops clothing while its owner catches the handle and a passerby retrieves a scarf.

Practice Question 27

A friend cannot see this picture. Describe what is happening in the scene. Talk about the people, their actions, and how they are reacting to the situation.

Sample answer

Several connected events are unfolding at this festival entrance. Visitors line up beside a closed table while a staff member points toward an open desk and the first visitor turns toward it. Volunteers hang decorations, arrange an empty booth, and carry signs and supplies into position for the festival. A queue grows at an open service desk while one staff member checks a form, another hands out wristbands, and a volunteer extends the stanchion line. People are spread across the scene; some continue the main activity while others respond to the disruption.

Practice Question 28

A friend cannot see this picture. Describe what is happening in the scene. Talk about the people, their actions, and how they are reacting to the situation.

Sample answer

Several connected events are unfolding at this festival entrance. Balls and foam blocks fall from a shelf while a coach catches one block and two participants gather the balls. Volunteers hang decorations, arrange an empty booth, and carry signs and supplies into position for the festival. Workers move folded tables and sports equipment through a crowded area; one loses balance, another clears a path, and visitors shift aside. People are spread across the scene; some continue the main activity while others respond to the disruption. Together, these visible actions make the whole area look active and crowded.

Practice Question 29

A friend cannot see this picture. Describe what is happening in the scene. Talk about the people, their actions, and how they are reacting to the situation.

Sample answer

People at this public workshop are handling different activities at once. An instructor demonstrates a practical step while participants use the same materials at nearby work tables. A large paper map lifts from a table while a visitor catches one corner and a volunteer reaches for the other edge. People are spread across the scene; some continue the main activity while others respond to the disruption. A container of lightweight objects spills open, one person crouches to collect them, another shields the area from foot traffic, and a child offers an item that rolled away.

Practice Question 30

A friend cannot see this picture. Describe what is happening in the scene. Talk about the people, their actions, and how they are reacting to the situation.

Sample answer

Several connected events are unfolding at this community sale. A person stumbles over a loose cable while a worker unplugs it and another visitor warns people approaching the area. Shoppers examine household items while a seller wraps a purchase and a volunteer arranges donated goods on a table. A floor mat curls upward beside a busy walkway while a staff member reaches for a barrier, a parent guides a child around it, and two adults warn an approaching visitor. People are spread across the scene; some continue the main activity while others respond to the disruption.