SpeakingCLB 7-9Approach 1 — Three ranked predictions

Task 4 — Making Predictions

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Connect predictions to emotional cues in the image.

Approach 1 — Three ranked predictions Approach 2 — Short-term to long-term Approach 3 — Predict per person

Prep 30s · Speak 60s

Opening: Anchor to image evidence.
Prediction 1: Most likely next action + reason.
Prediction 2: Broader development + reason.
Prediction 3: Longer-term or less obvious outcome.
Close: Natural uncertainty statement.

Key language: I predict... / It seems likely... / might / could / based on...

Sample Answers

Dark clouds over a beach138 words

Looking at this image, I can see heavy dark clouds rolling in over a crowded beach, and people are just starting to notice the sky. Based on that, my first prediction is that within minutes the beachgoers will quickly begin packing up their towels and umbrellas to avoid the coming rain. My second prediction is that a sudden storm will hit, so the whole beach will empty out as families rush to their cars and nearby shelters. Looking a bit further ahead, I predict the lifeguards will raise a warning flag and close the water, since the waves already look rough. It seems likely the calm sunny day is about to end abruptly. Of course, I can't be certain, but everything in the picture, from the sky to the worried faces, points to a storm arriving very soon.

Chef plating in a busy kitchen138 words

In this picture, I can see a chef in a busy restaurant kitchen carefully plating a dish while other cooks work behind him. Based on the focused energy, my first prediction is that a waiter will appear any second to carry that finished plate straight out to a waiting customer. My second prediction is that the kitchen will get even busier as more orders come in, so the whole team will move faster and the noise will rise. Looking further ahead, I predict this dish will impress the diners, and the restaurant will fill up completely as word spreads during the dinner rush. It seems likely this is one of their peak service hours. I can't know for sure, but from the concentration on everyone's faces, this looks like a demanding but successful evening in a popular kitchen.

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