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Tip: Speaking Task 5: pick one option and stay with it. Comparing both is fine, switching sides isn't.
Tip: Speaking Task 5: pick one option and stay with it. Comparing both is fine, switching sides isn't.
Write strong closing statements that summarize your position.
You have reached the final paragraph of your 200-word essay. You have stated your choice, provided two distinct reasons with evidence, and perhaps even crushed a counter-argument.
Now, you must execute the Conclusion. This is the last thing the human grader will read before assigning your score. A weak, repetitive conclusion can drop a CLB 9 down to a CLB 8. A powerful conclusion leaves a lasting impression of absolute fluency.
Test-takers are usually exhausted by the time they reach the conclusion. They just want to finish the test.
[!WARNING]
The "Copy-Paste" Trap: Because they are tired, test-takers often just re-type their introduction.
Intro: "I choose the park because it is good for health and the economy."
Conclusion: "In conclusion, I choose the park because it is good for health and the economy."
This is a fatal error. The grader will penalize your Vocabulary score for extreme repetition. You must restate your thesis using entirely new words.
A CLB 9+ conclusion is exactly two sentences long (roughly 20-30 words). It follows a strict, two-step formula.
Sentence 1: The Paraphrase
Restate your choice and summarize your two main points, but use synonyms.
Sentence 2: The Future Outlook
End the essay by looking toward the future. Tell the reader what the positive outcome will be if they listen to you.
Unlike Task 1 (the email), Task 2 is a survey response. You do not need a formal letter sign-off like "Sincerely, John Doe."
However, adding a polite, single-sentence closing thought shows mastery of Canadian workplace etiquette.
You can simply attach this sentence to the end of your Conclusion paragraph.
Start your final paragraph with a strong, definitive transition word. Do not use "To sum up" (it is too informal).
| The Goal | The CLB 9+ Phrasing |
|---|---|
| Starting the Conclusion | "Ultimately,..." / "In the final analysis,..." / "Taking all factors into consideration,..." |
| Summarizing (Instead of "because") | "Given the profound benefits to..." / "Due to the overwhelming advantages regarding..." |
| The Future Outlook | "This decision will undoubtedly foster a more..." / "This approach guarantees a future where..." |
Train your brain to stick the landing perfectly:
You have mastered the structure of both Task 1 and Task 2. Now, to push your score past the CLB 9 threshold, we must dissect the mechanics of your writing. Next up: Grammar for CLB 9+.