40 CILS B1 Cittadinanza Speaking Prompts with ANSWERS

Are you studying for the CILS B1 Cittadinanza Speaking part?

This is a 33-page booklet containing a list of the most frequently used topics for the speaking section of the CILS B1 Citizenship Exam. The topics are grouped into categories such as leisure time, family, Italy, language learning, etc. Each topic is accompanied by answers in straightforward and natural Italian, which can aid in enhancing your ability to respond to and elaborate on a given speaking prompt.

The document also includes my best strategies to help you tackle the speaking part of the exam to the best of your ability.

How to efficiently use this content?

DOs

1. Customize the content to your specific needs. It's advisable to incorporate your personal experiences for each prompt. For instance, when discussing "learning a foreign language," begin by highlighting the advantages of language acquisition, then transition to sharing your personal experiences. If you're comparing urban living to rural life, express your opinions, experiences, and the pros and cons of both environments for each topic. As a general guideline, ensure you relate your personal experiences for each topic and, whenever feasible, transition to describing either a positive or negative aspect of the situation.
2. Keep your responses concise, aiming for 3-5 lines per prompt. Writing is akin to speaking in slow motion and can enhance your speaking and sentence construction abilities. Ideally, consider having a teacher review your responses for further improvement.

DON'Ts

1. Avoid memorizing my answers: It's crucial not to recite responses verbatim, as examiners can detect rote learning, jeopardizing your exam success. Instead, focus on UNDERLINING key segments of answers that can be effectively applied to discuss broad topics such as family, work, travel, and hobbies.