April 2026 · Expression orale
April 2026 speaking questions
Candidate-recalled questions, 98 in total. Pick one to start a timed recording.
Media & information
16 questions · T2 · T3 01 T2 Requesting information about training sessions 02 T2 You are a new resident asking your neighbor in the elevator about the building and its atmosphere. 03 T2 You are helping a friend organize their move next weekend and asking them questions to get practical information. 04 T2 You are new to Montreal and ask your neighbor for information about places to shop. 05 T2 You ask a bookstore employee questions to get information about a game offered to the public in order to decide whether to participate. 06 T2 You ask a Canadian friend about an artistic activity they practice to get information and join in.
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07 T2 You ask a colleague for information about a movie they just watched to see if it might appeal to you. 08 T2 You ask a former colleague for information about their new job with the idea of changing jobs. 09 T2 You ask a friend questions to gather information for planning a weekend in a city they know well. 10 T2 You ask a travel agency employee questions to get information about day trips. 11 T2 You want to get information about language study trips offered by a travel agency. 12 T2 You want to organize a family visit to a museum and ask the reception for information about opening hours, exhibitions, prices, etc. 13 T3 Is it important to learn how to use new technologies (Internet, social networks, etc.) from childhood? Why? 14 T3 People almost no longer exchange letters or cards (such as greeting cards, love letters, etc.). Do you think this is regrettable? 15 T3 Should celebrities play a more active role in public life? 16 T3 Some people prefer not to watch TV news. What do you think?
Children & school
11 questions · T2 · T3 01 T2 Requesting information about a music school. 02 T2 You agree to look after your neighbor's child over the weekend and ask questions to organize practical details. 03 T2 You are a neighbor proposing that the candidate's child join your family on vacation, and the candidate is seeking information before deciding. 04 T2 You are a student's parent attending the school celebration for the first time and you are asking for information about the event. 05 T2 You ask a friend questions to learn more about the drawing classes they are taking at a school. 06 T2 You ask a student's parent about activities available for children near the school after classes.
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07 T2 You want to give your friend's child a gift for their birthday and ask questions to choose the right gift. 08 T2 You will take care of your neighbor's child tomorrow evening and ask questions to learn about their preferences and habits. 09 T3 Discuss whether young Canadians choosing to live with their parents is reasonable. 10 T3 Do you think television is indispensable for children's education? Why? 11 T3 In your opinion, is authority necessary to properly raise a child? Why?
Immigration
10 questions · T3 01 T3 An international visitor is coming to your country for the first time: which experiences or sites would you recommend, and why? 02 T3 At what age do you think it's preferable to immigrate? Why? 03 T3 Do the benefits of living abroad outweigh its drawbacks, and why? 04 T3 Do you think it is easy to make friends in a foreign country? Why? 05 T3 Does living abroad require staying close to the community of your native country? What is your opinion? 06 T3 Does moving abroad mean changing your culture? What do you think?
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07 T3 Is mastering the language of the host country enough to achieve successful integration? Why? 08 T3 Living abroad always brings advantages. What do you think about this statement? 09 T3 Should one master the language of the country in which they reside? Why? 10 T3 What are the three main things to consider before undertaking an immigration project to Quebec? Explain.
Family
8 questions · T2 · T3 01 T2 You ask a French-speaking friend about the countries they have visited to choose a travel destination. 02 T2 You ask a friend questions on an online platform that organizes group outings. 03 T2 You ask a friend questions to discover places and activities in their city to enjoy your weekend. 04 T3 Do you think it is positive for elderly people to remain active in the workforce? 05 T3 Do you think it is simpler to live alone than to live with family? 06 T3 Do you think one can feel fulfilled and happy while living alone? Why or why not?
Culture & leisure
7 questions · T2 · T3 01 T2 Organizing a birthday party 02 T2 You want to become a library member and ask questions about its operations (registration, hours, activities, etc.). 03 T2 You would like to join a toy library and ask questions about the details of the membership. 04 T3 Do you prefer watching movies or going to the theater? Why? 05 T3 Do you think cultural disciplines (music, drawing, theater, etc.) should not be part of school education? Why? 06 T3 In your opinion, is reading a useless activity? Explain why or why not.
Technology
6 questions · T3 01 T3 Can the use of the Internet make people feel lonely? What do you think? 02 T3 Can we live without the Internet in daily life? Why? 03 T3 Do you think people can live without the Internet today? Why? 04 T3 Do you think personal cell phones should be banned in the workplace? 05 T3 Is it possible to live without a mobile phone in today's society? 06 T3 Is the development of remote work an improvement for everyone?
Work
6 questions · T2 · T3 01 T2 You are planning your vacation with the help of a travel agency employee. 02 T2 You ask a library employee questions to understand how to become a member and use the available services. 03 T2 You ask questions to a new colleague who lived in Quebec and is sharing their professional experience. 04 T3 Are employees mainly motivated by their salary? Why? 05 T3 Do you think success in one's career depends mainly on education and degrees? 06 T3 Is it reasonable to make people work until the age of 70? Why?
Health
5 questions · T2 · T3 01 T2 You would like to register for a physical activity at a sports club and ask for information in order to make your choice. 02 T2 Your colleague is looking for a sports partner, and you ask them questions to learn more about their preferences and the details of the activity. 03 T3 Does good health require consuming only organic products? Do you agree? 04 T3 Is eating well the most important factor for maintaining good health? What do you think? 05 T3 What measures could be taken to encourage people to do more sport?
Money & shopping
5 questions · T2 · T3 01 T2 You are looking for an apartment and asking an employee at a real estate agency in Canada for information about prices, conditions, and procedures. 02 T2 You are looking to rent accommodation in a large city where your friend lives, and you ask for information about the available offers, prices, and neighborhoods. 03 T2 You ask a friend for advice on planning a group trip, specifically about the destination, budget, and activities. 04 T2 You want to buy an apartment and ask a real estate agent for details about the property you're interested in. 05 T3 Is the most important thing in life to find happiness at work? What do you think?
Transport
5 questions · T2 · T3 01 T2 Organizing the transport of heavy items 02 T3 Do you think it is possible to live without a car in today's life? 03 T3 Do you think public transportation should be free for all residents in big cities? 04 T3 Nowadays, is it possible to live without a car? 05 T3 Why are people interested in traveling by train, airplane, or bus?
Daily life
4 questions · T2 · T3 01 T2 Requesting information about a nanny. 02 T3 Among the current major issues (humanitarian, social, or cultural), which one deserves priority in today's world? Justify your answer. 03 T3 Are NGOs and associations the only entities capable of helping poor people? 04 T3 What are the reasons that might motivate someone to participate in humanitarian actions?
Education & language
4 questions · T2 · T3 01 T2 Ask me questions about my study plan in Canada. 02 T2 You are conducting a survey with a French-speaking student about their daily activities for your French classes. 03 T3 Is it necessary to have a high level of education to succeed in life? Why? 04 T3 Should universities receive more funding, and why?
Housing
4 questions · T2 01 T2 Inquire about accommodation in Quebec 02 T2 You have just moved to Quebec and are looking for an apartment by asking questions to an employee at a real estate agency. 03 T2 You want to ask your French-speaking friend for information to find housing in their city (procedures, locations, costs, etc.). 04 T2 You want to register at the community center and ask about the available activities.