SPEAKING MASTERING

#Suggerimento 1 - Conosci i criteri:

come accennato nella sezione precedente, sapere come sarai valutato è fondamentale per ottenere un
buon punteggio nell'esame orale B2 FIRST o FIRST for Schools. Il resto dei suggerimenti fa riferimento
specifico a ciascuno dei criteri di valutazione.
#Suggerimento 2: - Mostra le tue conoscenze:
se vuoi un punteggio alto per grammatica e vocabolario, ricordati di mostrare le tue conoscenze! Devi
usare alcune strutture grammaticali complesse (come la forma passiva, i verbi modali) e un'ampia gamma
di vocabolario (ciò significa che dovresti usare una varietà di parole diverse). #Suggerimento 3: Usa
connettivi e riempitivi Usa connettivi e riempitivi: se vuoi ottenere 5 punti per la gestione del discorso,
dovresti usare connettivi ed evitare di esitare troppo. Usare i riempitivi può aiutarti in questo. Espressioni
come:
-Well,…
-Let me think,…
-I’ve never actually thought about this but…
-Hmm, interesting question…
-Hmm, that’s difficult to answer…
#Tip 4: Give relevant asnwers

#Suggerimento 3: - Give relevant answers.

This is another way to get a better score for discourse management. It means that you should answer the
question and you should not extend a lot with information that is not related to the question.

For example, imagine they ask you what you like to do in your free time. Here you can find three answers:

1. I like watching series.

2. Well, I just love watching series! I watch an episode per day. Apart from that, I enjoy going for walks
near the sea to unwind and do some exercise.
3. Well, I love watching series. I have a huge TV screen in the living room and I like it because it was a
birthday gift and has a good resolution. It’s one of the best presents I ever got.

What is the best answer?

Number 1 is grammatically correct but maybe a bit too short. Number 3 is irrelevant as the part of the TV
screen is not really related to the question. Number 2 is the best answer as it answers the question
completely and uses linking words (also some interesting vocabulary).
#Tip 5: Check out the pronunciation

Check out the pronunciation: Make sure to check out the pronunciation of the new words you learn. That is
because, in English, words are not written as they are pronounced.

Bonus comment: Don’t confuse pronunciation with accent! Everyone has a different accent so a good or
natural accent doesn’t exist! But you need to make sure you have a clear pronunciation (what we call an
intelligible pronunciation), a pronunciation that helps your interlocutor understand what you are saying.
Remember: our goal is to communicate!

#Tip 6: Listen, comment, ask

Listen, comment, ask. It is important to listen to what your partner says so as to comment on it or refer to it.
Example: “As Xin Yi said,…”. You can also ask questions, try to be helpful and make sure you try to initiate
conversation, listen and expand on what your partner mentions. This can help you communicate in general,
but also earn you some points for interactive communication.

#Tip 7: Act natural

Act natural: it is normal to be a bit stressed but try to be natural and feel confident. As long as you have
practiced a lot, you have nothing to be afraid of.
How to Answer B2 Speaking Part 1 Questions
When doing the first part of the FCE Speaking test, you must really make an effort
to answer concisely yet with a complete answer. Take into account that the
examiners are expecting you to produce language which is appropriate to a B2
level (upper-intermediate) or above, so you must show what you know.
So now I will tell you WHAT NOT TO DO and WHAT TO DO instead with several
sample questions and answers.
Let’s see some examples of questions and right and wrong answering styles:

Where do you come from?

 WRONG: I come from Ronda. (1)

 RIGHT: I come from a beautiful city in the south of Spain called Ronda.
What do you like about the place where you live?

 WRONG: I like the weather, the monuments, the people and my

neighbourhood. (2)
 RIGHT: What I like most about Granada is that it has a very nice climate and
many beautiful monuments.

Do you, your friends or your family recycle household waste?

 WRONG: Yes, we do. (3)

 RIGHT: Yes, of course. Recycling is extremely important so we try to recycle
everything.
What sports do young people do in your country?
 WRONG: Football, basketball, handball and tennis. (4)
 RIGHT: The most popular sports in Spain are, without a doubt, team sports
like football or basketball.
Is it expensive to eat out in your city?
 WRONG: Yes, very expensive. The other day I went out with some friends to
a bar, before going to the pub, and we had a problem with the bill and we had
to pay more because the waiter had made a mistake. (5)
 RIGHT: Well, it really depends on where you go; some restaurants can be
expensive, but there are also some inexpensive places.
What type of music do you like?
 WRONG: I normally listen to rock music or rap or… (6)
 RIGHT: I normally listen to rock music or rap or pop, not much else, really.

Basically, you should avoid the following typical mistakes in every speaking test:
1. Very brief answers: I come from Ronda. (This might be appropriate, but if it’s
okay to add more information, do it!)
2. Listing things: I like the weather, the monuments…
3. Not justifying your answers: Yes, we do.
4. Using phrases without subject or predicate: Football, basketball, handball and
tennis.
5. Talking about unrelated events or talking too much.
FCE SPEAKING PART 2

Examiner’s initial instructions

In this part of the test, I’m going to give each of you two photographs. I’d like you to talk
about your photographs on your own for about a minute, and also to answer a question
about your partner’s photographs.

(Candidate A), it’s your turn first. Here are your photographs. They show people who are
helping other people in different situations.

(place the following pictures in front of Candidate A)

I’d like you to compare the photographs, and say how important it is to help people in these
situations.

Candidate A’s response

(introduction) Both of these pictures show people getting some help; the first one shows a
football player who seems to be injured and the second one is an Asian tourist getting help
from a policeman.

(similarities + differences) Although both situations involve someone helping a person, they
are very different. In the first one, the football player needs help because he’s had an injury
and, probably, he can’t walk properly. On the other hand, in the second picture, the tourist is
probably asking for directions because he might be lost. Also, the footballer is likely to be in
pain, while the tourist may only be a little nervous.

(question) As for how important it is to help these people, I’d say it’s important in both
situations. However, I strongly believe that the footballer needs more help than the tourist, as
his situation is obviously more serious.

Examiner’s follow-up question for Candidate B

(Candidate B), do you find it easy to ask for help when you have a problem?
Candidate B’s response

Well, it depends on the problem, but normally I do. Whenever I have a serious problem I ask
my mum or my dad for advice. It’s not easy, but I do it. With other problems, I always ask my
friends first, because they normally know what to do.

Basic Observations for B2 Speaking Part 2

If you read the task above carefully, you will notice the following features:

 Candidate A is asked to compare two pictures and to answer a question about them.
 The question the examiner includes in his explanation is also written above the
pictures, so don’t worry about having to memorise it.
 Candidate A will have to speak longer than Candidate B, that is, the person comparing
speaks longer than the person answering the follow-up question.
 Candidate A has clearly compared both pictures and answered the question.
 The expressions in bold are useful words or phrases to use in any comparison.
 Candidate A’s comparison follows a clear order: introduction + similarities,
differences, question. Although this particular order is not compulsory, it is
recommendable.

FCE Speaking Part 2: Useful Phrases to Compare Pictures

In this section, we’ll see useful expressions that you can use in any comparison. However, as
a basic tip, I’ll tell you that in order to compare, most of the connectors you’ll have to use are
contrasting connectors. Let’s see.

Starting your comparison

 Both of these pictures show…

 These two pictures show…
 The two situations in these pictures are…

Talking about similarities

 These two pictures/situations are similar because/in that…

 In both pictures we can see…
 One similarity between these two pictures/situations is that…
 Another similarity might be that…
 One thing that these two pictures/situations have in common is that…
 One thing that these two pictures share is that…
 The most obvious similarity is that…
 These two pictures share the fact that…
 Both pictures (…) in the same way.
Talking about differences

 One of the most obvious differences (between these two pictures) is that…
 Another difference is that…
 Something that makes these two pictures different is…
 What makes these two situations (so/completely) different is…
 While the first picture …, the second one…
 The first picture…. However, the second one…
 The first picture… whereas the second one…
 Although the first picture…., the second one…
 On the one hand, the first picture shows… . On the other hand, the second one…

Introducing the answer to the question

 As for + paraphrased question

 As to + paraphrased question
 In relation to the question,…
 In response to the question, I’d say that…
 As regards the question,…
 Regarding the question of the task,
 With regard to + paraphrased question

Special Case: Advantages vs Disadvantages

I have decided to write this as a separate section because I find that FCE speaking tasks
involving advantages and disadvantages are somewhat special. The issue with these tasks is
that they usually involve too many ideas to follow the structure above (intro + similarities +
differences + question). In this case, I always recommend my students to blend the question
into the rest of the task, that is, answer the question at the same time as the comparison is
being made. This can be done with any task, really, but in this case, I’d say is especially
important. Let’s see a comparison of this particular case for the task below:

This page belongs to the book First Certificate in English 1. Official Examination Papers from
University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations.
Candidate’s response

Both of these pictures show different places where people live; the first one is a
neighbourhood of detached houses, while the second one is a coastal city with many
skyscrapers.

(similarities + differences + question) One advantage of living in the first place is that you can
have your own garden where you can relax with your family. Also, it’s a very quiet place. On
the other hand, the obvious upside of living on the seaside is that the weather is usually mild
and you can go swimming and sunbathing quite often.

As for the disadvantages, I believe that the neighbourhood in the first picture can be a little
boring for young people as there isn’t much to do

As you can see in the task above, the comparison is made around the question of the task,
i.e. advantages and disadvantages. In this way, you’re saving time to do the task properly
without leaving anything out.

FCE Speaking Part 2: Useful Phrases for the Follow-up Question

Although this part of the task does not follow a particular structure, given that it depends on
the topic of the pictures, you are typically asked to draw on your own experience in
connection with the topic or to choose one of the pictures and justify your answer. For
instance, in the task above, the question for Candidate B would be something like: «where
would you prefer to live?

So let’s see some expressions to answer this question correctly:

 As far as I’m concerned,…

 The way I see it,…
 If I had to choose one of these two (…), I would (definitely) go for…
 In my experience,…
 In my case,…
 Well, it’s not an easy choice, but I think I’d prefer to…
 I would (…) no doubt.
 I would definitely prefer/choose…
 I believe that it’s more important to…

There is no specific formula to answer this follow-up question, given the broad spectrum
we’re dealing with, but the expressions above will definitely help you answer more
appropriately.
Top 9 Tips for FCE Speaking Part 2

1. Compare, don’t describe: it is common for candidates to spend the whole minute
describing both pictures separately instead of comparing them. Remember, the
examiner explicitly asks you to «compare these two pictures», so don’t forget to do it!
2. Don’t overuse «and»: I have noticed that my students tend to use the word «and» all
the time in order to switch from picture 1 to picture 2. «And» is a connector to add
ideas, not to express contrast. And, since you’re comparing, you should use other
types of connectors. See both of the tasks in this article and notice the connecting
phrases in bold.
3. Don’t focus too much on one picture: one minute is not a long time, so you should
make sure you fit into your speech the most important ideas about both pictures.
4. Allow enough time to answer the question: some people spend so much time talking
about the pictures that they forget to answer the question, and they get cut off by the
interlocutor. While getting cut off is neither bad nor good, not answering the question
will have a negative impact on your score.
5. Address the interlocutor: in this task, you shouldn’t address your partner. This is an
individual task, so simply concentrate on what you’re saying and address your
comments to the interlocutor.
6. Finish your sentences: it is common for candidates to start a sentence and then regret
and stop in midstream. Do not let your speech fade out in the middle of a sentence;
finish expressing your ideas!
7. Focus the pictures and the question: while comparing both pictures, you should not
talk about related things that happened to you. In this part, you are supposed to focus
on the situations of the pictures, not on your own experiences.
8. Stick to the topic: when answering the follow-up question, make sure that you stick to
the topic and answer exactly what the examiner asked.
9. Ask for repetition: it’s perfectly alright to ask the interlocutor to repeat the
instructions or the follow-
Description of FCE Speaking Part 3
This part of the test comprises 1 discussion divided into 2 parts. First, the examiner
will describe a situation to you and your partner, and he/she will offer you different
options to discuss. Second, after the brief discussion, you and your partner will have
to decide on the best option for the situation proposed in the first part of the
discussion.
Timing of the B2 First Speaking Part 3
This part of the test is supposed to last 4 minutes, or 5 minutes if the speaking task is
carried out by 3 candidates. The main elements of the task are the following:

1. Examiner’s instructions (total): 1 minute

2. Pair discussion of the options: 2 minutes (3 minutes for groups of 3
candidates)
3. Reaching a conclusion: 1 minute

Instructions and Possible Candidate’s Response

When sitting any speaking exam, it is important to know what to expect in terms of
timing, tasks, instructions, content and so on. For this reason, it is absolutely essential
to know the instructions you will receive during the B2 FCE’s speaking test. So let’s see
what they are for FCE Speaking part 3 with an example:
Examiner’s initial instructions
Now, I’d like you to talk about something together for about two minutes.

I’d like you to imagine that a town wants more tourists to visit. Here are some
ideas they’re thinking about and a question for you to discuss. First you have some
time to look at the task.
(The examiner places the following picture in front of you and allows you 15 seconds to
read the question and study the options.)
Candidates’ discussion (2 minutes)
– Candidate A: Shall I go first?
– Candidate B: Sure, go ahead.

– Candidate A: I believe that this option (pointing), «building a large nightclub», will
attract tourists, especially young ones who enjoy partying and going out with
friends, don’t you think?
– Candidate B: Yes, I think so, too. However, it might not be the best type of tourism,
because it can disturb neighbours and residents. How abouthaving more shops?
– Candidate A: Oh, that’s a great idea. If the city offers a good shopping experience,
many people will be attracted to it, which I guess is quite positive for
everyone. Wouldn’t you agree?
– Candidate B: Yes, of course. Maybe that option could go hand in hand with building
holiday flats because. The way I see it, you want tourists to spend more time in your
city. So if you have plenty of shops and accommodation, it’s the perfect
combination, right?
– Candidate A: Yeah, you’re absolutely right. But what do you think about the
other two options? (pointing)? Do you think they’re a good idea
– Candidate B: Well, if you ask me, putting up security cameras isn’t very appealing
to anyone. But I suppose parks can be attractive, but I’m not sure how
much exactly. What’s your take on those two options?
– Candidate A: As you said, security cameras are not appealing at all. As for parks,
maybe they are a good thing for residents, but not for tourists, particularly.
Examiner’s second set of instructions
The examiner will interrupt the conversation above and say:
Thank you. Now you have about a minute to decide which idea would be best for the
town.

Candidate’s making a decision

– Candidate B: Well, given our previous comments, I would say that the two best
options would probably be the shops and the holiday flats, don’t you think?
– Candidate A: Yeah, well, I do agree with you on having more shops, but I think that
building a nightclub is more important than holiday flats.
– Candidate B: Okay, I see what you mean, but I don’t think the same way. Shall
we stick to having more shops then?
– Candidate A: Yes, sure, I also think it’s the best one. So do we have an
agreement?
– Candidate B: Yes, we do.
Examiner’s final instructions
Thank you. Can I have the booklet, please?
Basic observations for B2 First (FCE) Speaking Part 3

If you read the task above carefully, you will notice the following features in FCE
Speaking part 3:

 The candidates are asked to interact with each other rather than speak by
themselves.
 It is essential to express and ask for opinions, agree and disagree with the
other candidate, and change the subject.
 The examiner’s question is written in the middle of the booklet he/she places
in front of the candidates.
 Candidates are encouraged to discuss the different options.
 Candidates are expected to have a conversation, sharing opinions and
asking questions.
 The expressions in bold are useful words or phrases to use in any discussion.
 It is advisable to reach an agreement with your partner, but it is not absolutely
necessary.
 The most important thing is to show the examiner that you are discussing and
working towards a final decision.

FCE Speaking Part 3: Useful Phrases to Engage in a Discussion

In this section, we’ll go over some useful phrases that you can use in any discussion
like the one in this part of the B2 Speaking. Let’s see:

Starting your discussion

 Shall I start? / Yeah, go on.

 Shall I go first? / Of course, go ahead.
 Is it okay if I start? / Sure, no problem.
 Would you like to go first? / Yes, why not?

Expressing your opinion

 I believe/think that…
 In my opinion,…
 The way I see it,…
 If you ask me,…
 I would say that…
 It seems to me that…
 In my view…
 As far as I’m concerned,…
Asking for your partner’s opinion

 statement, don’t you think/agree?

 statement, wouldn’t you say so?
 statement, wouldn’t you agree?
 statement, right?
 Do you think…?
 Do you believe that…?
 What do you think about…?
 How about…?
 What about…?
 What’s your take on…?

Agreeing with your partner

 I (totally) agree with you.

 You’re dead right.
 That’s (absolutely) true.
 You’re (absolutely) right.
 That’s a great idea.
 I couldn’t agree more.
 Yes, I see what you mean.
 I see it that way, too.
 Yes, of course.
 I think so, too.

Disagreeing with your partner

 I’m afraid I don’t see it the same way.

 I’m sorry but I have to disagree.
 You may be right, but I have a different view.
 That might be true, but I’m not sure I agree with you.
 I’m sorry, but I don’t agree.

Changing the subject
Concluding the discussion
 As for + one of the options
 As to + one of the options  I believe we have an
 In relation to + one of the options agreement, don’t we?
 As regards + one of the options
 Regarding the question of the task,  So, do we have an
 With regard to + paraphrased question agreement?
Shall we stick to…? /
Shall we agree on..?
 Top 9 Tips for FCE Speaking Part 3

1. Have a clear discussion, not 2 monologues: it is common for candidates to think that
the more they speak, the better. That’s not correct. It’s what you say that matters, and in
this part you’re expected to discuss, not to speak by yourself.

2. Justify your opinions: expressing your opinions is not the only thing that matters;
justifying them is just as important. For one thing, you are showing the examiner that
you can justify your opinions in English, and for another, you are giving your partner
material to work with throughout the conversation. Let’s say that your justifications feed
the conversation on hand.

3. Try to speak about all the options: while this is not compulsory, if you focus on only
one option, you will have less of a chance to show how well you can interact in a
conversation. That’s why I always recommend jumping from one option to another, so
that you get more opportunities to agree, disagree and express your opinions.

4. Work with your partner: your partner is not your enemy. You will be assessed
separately, so you must see him/her as your ally.

5. Help your partner: if your partner is struggling to find the appropriate words or some
ideas to express, you can give him/her a hand by stepping with some ideas or the
words you think he/she is looking for. Not only will this help the conversation itself, it will
also show the examiner that you have good communication skills.

6. Step up your interaction skills: most of the score in this part of the speaking is based
on your ability to interact, which means that you have to ask for opinions and be able to
agree or disagree with your partner. For this reason, you should know a set of
expressions to do so that will impress the examiner. So try to avoid the typical «What do
you think about…?» or «I agree/disagree», and go for something a little more advanced,
such as «wouldn’t you agree?», or «I’m afraid I don’t hold the same opinion.»

7. Keep your turn short: remember, we are discussing different options with the other
candidate, not reciting a monologue. If you spend 1 minute speaking non-stop, you are
not interacting, which shows poor communication skills on your part.

8. Stick to the topic: make sure that you stick to the topic and answer exactly what the
examiner asked.

9. Finish your statements with a question or a question tag: finishing your statements
with a questions is a very natural way of keeping the conversation flowing, which is the
whole point in this part.
 Description of FCE Speaking Part 4
Part 4 of the B2 First Speaking test basically consists of a set of questions which
candidates have to respond to. While at first glance, it is similar to Part 1, it is actually a
blend between Part 1 (interview) and Part 3 (discussion). Here are the main features of
this part:

 The examiner will typically ask between 4 and 6 questions.

 These questions stem from the topic in part 3. So if you’ve been discussing
tourism in your city in Part 3, the topic of Part 4, at least at the start, will be
tourism.
 The examiner can address the question to one candidate and then the other one
(E.g.: And what do you think, Candidate B?), or they can ask the question to both
at the same time and ask them to discuss the question together. NOTE: in this
case, the examiner will prompt a discussion between the candidates using a
hand gesture.

In general, questions in Part 4 normally touch on complex issues like education,

learning, healthy habits, careers, new technologies, etc. The candidates are expected
to develop extended answers and, as specified above, may be prompted to exchange
views rather than answer the questions individually.

Timing of the B2 First Speaking Part 4

B2 Speaking Part 4 is meant to last 4 minutes (pairs) or 6 minutes (trios). However,
while that is the total length of this part, questions are not timed per se. This means that
each question isn’t timed individually and their length in time depends on how the
candidates develop their answers.

Examiner’s questions and sample Candidate answers or

discussions

In Speaking Part 4, there aren’t any specific instructions beyond the examiner’s
questions, which, as I said earlier, will stem from the topic discussed in Part 3. Let’s
now take a look at a set of sample questions and answers:
– Examiner: Do you think you have to spend a lot of money to have a good holiday?
– Candidate A: I honestly don’t think so. It’s true that travelling can be expensive, but
there are also some inexpensive ways of visiting other countries, like cheap flights, or
you can always have a vacation in your own country.
– Examiner: What do you think, Candidate B?
– Candidate B: I agree with Candidate A, but I do believe that it’s difficult. Not
impossible, but difficult, because when you’re on holiday you always want to do as
much as possible, so it’s difficult to make money last.
– Examiner: Some people say we travel too much these days and shouldn’t go on so
many holidays. What do you think?
– Candidate B: Well, that’s probably true. Travelling is quite popular nowadays
because most people can do it and it’s great. But it’s true that so much tourism can
have a negative impact on some places or even cultures, don’t you think, Candidate A?
– Candidate A: That’s a very good point and not many people think about that. So
yeah, I agree that we travel too much, but I don’t think we can do anything to prevent it
nowadays.
– Examiner: Do you think people have enough time for holidays these days?
– Candidate A: Well, most people are quite busy, but thankfully, we all have some time
off work or college, so we make the most of that time to go on holiday. At least, that’s
my case. What about you, Candidate B?
– Candidate B: Yes, most of us have enough time to go on holidays at least once a
year. I think that those who don’t go away it’s really because they can’t afford it. Who
doesn’t like a holiday?
– Examiner: Why do you think people like to go away on holiday?
– Candidate B: Well, it’s a change from routine, and you can also have many great
experiences while you’re on holiday. You can do things that you can’t do at home or in
your town, especially because most of the time you would be busy working or studying.
– Examiner: What do you think, Candidate A?
– Candidate A: I think Candidate B has made a great point. Holidays are special
because they’re different and enjoyable. They help us recharge our batteries and come
back fresher than ever to our regular lives. And they’re the best time to live different
experiences and get to know other cultures.
Basic observations for B2 First (FCE) Speaking Part 4
After reading the sample above, let’s make a few basic observations about this part:

 Question complexity: The questions asked in Part 4 are more difficult than
those in Part 1, as they deal with more complex topics. For these reasons,
candidates are expected to provide more extended and accurate answers. This
also means that the grammar and vocabulary expected of candidates needs to
be good enough to deal with these types of questions.
  Time to shine: You can obviously shine throughout the whole test, but Part 4 is
probably the best opportunity for candidates to give answers that are organised
and insightful, having more freedom to try to impress the examiners.

 Interaction: Apart from answers being more complex, candidates are expected
in most cases to successfully interact with one another, as the examiner can
prompt them to discuss the question together rather than provide individual
answers. Therefore, it is also necessary to use appropriate discourse markers
and interaction devices which facilitate a discussion with the other candidate.

 Timing: Depending on how candidates are answering the different questions, the
examiner will decide to ask the whole set, skip some or stop asking before the set
is complete.

FCE Speaking Part 4: Useful Phrases to Face Part 4

In this section, we’ll go over some useful phrases that you can use in any discussion.
In fact, these phrases are also recommended for Speaking Part 3. Let’s take a look at
them now. I’ve divided them into different sections depending on when we would use
them:

Starting your discussion

 Shall I start? / Yeah, go on. Agreeing with your partner

 Shall I go first? / Of course, go ahead.
 I (totally) agree with you.
 Is it okay if I start? / Sure, no problem.
 You’re dead right.
 Would you like to go first? / Yes, why not?
 That’s (absolutely) true.
Expressing your opinion  You’re (absolutely) right.
 I believe/think that…  That’s a great idea.
 In my opinion,…  I couldn’t agree more.
 The way I see it,…  Yes, I see what you mean.
 If you ask me,…  I see it that way, too.
 I would say that…  Yes, of course.
 It seems to me that…
I think so, too
 In my view…
 As far as I’m concerned,…
Asking for your partner’s opinion
 statement, don’t you think/agree?
Disagreeing with your partner
 I’m afraid I don’t see it the same
 statement, wouldn’t you say so?
 statement , wouldn’t you agree?
way.
 I’m sorry but I have to disagree.
 statement, right?
 You may be right, but I have a
 Do you think…?
 Do you believe that…?
different view.
 That might be true, but I’m not
 What do you think about…?
 How about…?
sure I agree with you.
 I’m sorry, but I don’t agree.
 What about…?
 What’s your take on…?