Read the passage below and choose A, B, C or D to fill in each blank.
In Part Three of the Speaking Section you work together with a partner. You have to do a single task which usually lasts about 3 minutes. One possible task is “problem solving”, which means you have to look at some visual information and then discuss the problem with your partner. You may be shown photos, drawings, diagrams, maps, plans, advertisements or computer graphics and it is essential that everyone (631)___________ them carefully. If necessary, check you know exactly (632) ________________ the examiner to repeat the (633) __________ or make them clearer.
While you are doing the task, the examiner will probably say very little and you should ask your partner questions and (634) ___________ suggestions if he or she is not saying much. If either of you have any real difficulties, the examiner may decide to step in and help. Normally, however, you find plenty to say, which helps the assessor to give you a fair mark. (635) ____________in doing the task by competing with your partner, which includes taking turns in giving opinions and replying appropriately, although in the end it may be possible to “agree to disagree”.
