CELPIP口语第五题：Comparing and Persuading（比较与说服）

范文（60秒）：

“Both positions have their merits, the startup offers faster growth potential, whereas the corporate role provides stability and training. However, I strongly believe you should accept the Marketing Coordinator position at the startup.

The main advantage is the opportunity for rapid advancement. In a small company of just 20 people, you’ll gain visibility quickly and could be promoted to manager within a year or two. Compared to the large corporation where promotions take much longer, this accelerated growth will benefit your career significantly.

Additionally, the higher salary makes a real difference. That extra $5,000 per year adds up to over $25,000 in five years, which you could invest or save for a house down payment. While the commute is slightly longer, an extra 15 minutes is absolutely worth the financial and professional rewards.

I really think you’ll be much happier with the startup. The experience you’ll gain and the income boost will serve you so well in the long run. Trust me on this one!”

这篇范文好在哪里：

• 按照五步模板清晰组织结构
• 使用准确的比较语言（whereas、compared to）
• 运用说服短语（strongly believe、main advantage）
• 引用具体数据（$5,000差距、一到两年内升职）
• 收尾自信有力

范文（60秒）：

“I know both trips sound appealing. The Mexico resort would certainly be relaxing, and I can see why an all-inclusive deal is tempting. That said, I strongly believe the British Columbia road trip is the better choice for you this summer.

First of all, the variety of experiences is unmatched. On a road trip, you’ll wake up next to a mountain lake one morning and soak in natural hot springs the next afternoon. You’ll see bears, eagles, and old-growth forests that most people only see in documentaries. Compared to sitting by a hotel pool for a week, that kind of adventure creates memories you’ll actually talk about for years.

On top of that, you’ll save over $800, which is a huge difference. That extra money could go toward your student loans or even fund a weekend getaway later in the fall. While the Mexico trip locks you into one resort, the road trip gives you complete freedom to explore at your own pace.

Trust me, you’ll come back feeling genuinely refreshed and proud of the places you discovered. This is the trip you’ll never regret.”

这篇范文好在哪里：

• 开头先认可另一个选项的吸引力
• 立场表达坚定（“I strongly believe”）
• 两个理由各有侧重：体验多样性和费用节省
• 全文贯穿比较语言（compared to、while）
• 使用具体细节（节省$800、熊、温泉）让描述更加生动
• 收尾自信而温暖，进一步巩固了推荐

范文（60秒）：

“Both apartments have clear strengths. The downtown studio would put you right in the middle of everything, and I understand the appeal of walking to work every day. However, I’m absolutely certain the midtown one-bedroom is the smarter choice for you.

The biggest reason is quality of life at home. After a long day at your new job, you’ll want a real bedroom with a door you can close, not a studio where your bed is three steps from your kitchen. At 650 square feet, you’ll have room for a proper desk, a couch, and space to actually have friends over for dinner. That kind of comfort matters more than people realize.

Beyond that, you’ll save $350 every single month, which adds up to over $4,000 a year. And you’re getting parking and in-unit laundry included in that lower price. In contrast, the downtown studio would cost you more and still force you to spend weekends at a laundromat. The 35-minute subway ride is completely manageable, and honestly, plenty of people in Toronto would love a commute that short.

You’ll thank yourself six months from now when you’re comfortable, saving money, and actually enjoying your space.”

这篇范文好在哪里：

• 开头平衡地肯定了另一个选项的吸引力
• 立场自信明确（“I’m absolutely certain”）
• 第一个理由聚焦日常生活质量，用具体细节支撑
• 第二个理由使用具体数字（每月$350、每年$4,000）
• 对比语言运用到位（in contrast，隐含whereas）
• 主动回应了通勤时间的潜在异议
• 收尾展望未来，富有说服力