February 2026 · Expression orale
February 2026 speaking practice set
123 non-official TCF-style practice prompts organized by recurring speaking theme. Pick one to start a timed recording.
Work
16 questions · T2 · T301T2You are looking for ideas for a trip to Canada and ask a travel agency employee for details.02T2You are on a business trip to Canada and ask a colleague about Canadians' evening habits.03T2You are seeking information to visit an amusement park by asking an employee at the tourism office.04T2You discuss with a colleague about attending a show together, asking for details and practical information.05T2You start at a Canadian company and ask a colleague about the organization of the company.06T2You want to obtain information about the city's cultural activities from an employee of the town hall's cultural department.
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07T2You will participate in a two-week professional training in Quebec and ask your supervisor for information.08T3Are there professions that are more useful than others?09T3Do you think remote work truly helps to balance professional and private life better?10T3Is it necessary to master one's profession in order to advance in the hierarchy of a company?11T3Is salary the main factor in choosing a job? Do you agree?12T3Nowadays, is it possible to change careers at any age?13T3Professions related to art (such as cinema, music, painting, etc.) are not seen as real jobs. What do you think?14T3Should employers offer training to employees throughout their careers? Is it beneficial for everyone?15T3Should the most difficult jobs be better paid?16T3Should we reduce working hours to live more fully?
Children & school
15 questions · T2 · T301T2You are a newcomer to Canada seeking information from your neighbor about enrolling your children in school.02T2You are interested in guitar lessons and ask the teacher about the course structure.03T2You are seeking information about the babysitter your friend regularly hires to decide if this person could take care of your child.04T2You want to obtain information about the courses offered by a music school.05T3Discuss whether diversity in schools helps all students to thrive better.06T3Discuss whether video games can harm children.
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07T3Do children play a positive role in helping parents integrate into foreign society?08T3Do you think authority is indispensable for properly educating children? Justify your point of view.09T3Is it appropriate to offer a mobile phone to a child? Why?10T3Is it important to adopt an authoritarian attitude towards your children?11T3Should children be forced to do sports?12T3Should parents monitor their children's friends?13T3Should technology be taught in schools from a very young age?14T3Should we always tell children the whole truth? Give your opinion.15T3Television contributes to children's education.
Family
15 questions · T2 · T301T2Ask a blogger friend for advice on creating a blog02T2Friend in a new job: ask me about professional experience.03T2You are conducting a survey on a Canadian friend's weekend activities.04T2You are looking for information on adult language courses offered by a university in Calgary.05T2You ask a friend about his family trip to a French-speaking city.06T2You ask a friend for information about their seaside vacation to plan a similar trip.
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07T2You ask a Québécois friend for information about how a wedding is conducted in Quebec.08T2You ask your friend for information about their participation in a TV show to have the same experience.09T2You compare wedding customs in Canada with those in your country by asking questions to a friend who recently got married in Canada.10T2You discuss with a friend about their vacation at a ski resort in Canada to see if it might suit you.11T2Your friend asks you to look after his 3-year-old daughter over the weekend and gives you instructions on how to care for her.12T3Can family members be considered our best friends? Explain why.13T3Elderly people often offer useful advice. What do you think?14T3Getting a job can be more challenging for young people, do you agree?15T3Some people believe that very different individuals cannot maintain a lasting friendship. Do you agree?
Immigration
11 questions · T2 · T301T2You are looking for information about the lifestyle in Canada before moving there.02T2You ask a colleague about their experience integrating into Canada to prepare for your move to Ottawa.03T3Do you think it is easier for young people to live abroad? Why?04T3Does living abroad for many years make one forget their original culture?05T3Is it better to immigrate alone or with one's family? What do you think?06T3Is it easy to make friendships when arriving in a foreign country? Why?
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07T3Is knowing the host country essential for an immigrant?08T3Settling abroad for work does not present difficulties. Do you agree? Explain why.09T3Traveling abroad can transform a person. What do you think?10T3What measures do you think a country can adopt to facilitate the integration of foreigners?11T3What people are usually looking for when they choose to live in another country.
Health
10 questions · T2 · T301T2Family doctor's assistant: doctor on vacation, substitute doctor, ask your questions02T2You are discussing with a French-speaking friend about their participation in a sports competition and their training for the next competition.03T2You have just arrived in Canada and are asking a colleague for information about the Canadian healthcare system.04T2You want to register at a sports center and ask for information about the available sports.05T3Are the weight loss recommendations published by magazines every summer effective and credible?06T3Can stress become a motivational factor?
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07T3Is it possible to trust remote medical appointments?08T3Many people seek to improve their appearance. What do you think about this?09T3Many people turn to cosmetic surgery to appear younger; what do you think about this?10T3Stress can have positive effects and motivate people to act. What do you think?
Housing
10 questions · T2 · T301T2My friend offers a room to share, what should I ask?02T2You are looking to book a seaside chalet for your vacation and are asking a real estate agent for information.03T2You are looking to rent out your apartment and are evaluating if the candidate is suitable by asking questions about their professional situation, financial guarantees, and family.04T2You ask a colleague about their stay in a Canadian region, including the sites visited, accommodation, and activities undertaken.05T2You ask the former tenant about the apartment, the building, and the neighborhood before renting an apartment.06T2You discuss with a colleague to get information about a room available in a shared accommodation.
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07T2You want to book a room in a hotel and ask the reception for information.08T2You want to get information about the vacation home your colleague is offering for rent for the summer.09T3Is living in the countryside more pleasant than living in the city? Do you agree with this statement?10T3Is urban life easier for elderly people compared to rural life? Do you agree?
Community
7 questions · T201T2You are interested in forest walks around Toronto offered by an agency and are seeking information from your neighbor.02T2You ask your friend about their work in an association, including their role, tasks, and working hours.03T2You discuss with your neighbor to organize your spouse's birthday after arriving in Canada.04T2You have just arrived in the neighborhood and are looking for ideas to go out in the evening.05T2You have just moved in and are talking with a neighbor in the elevator to learn more about the neighborhood.06T2You want to learn more about an association that supports elderly people where your friend is involved.
Technology
7 questions · T2 · T301T2You want to learn more about your colleague's teleworking, particularly their schedule, equipment, and organization.02T3Digital tools help save time in everyday life. Do you share this opinion?03T3Is the consumption of items such as clothing and phones excessive? Why?04T3Should companies reduce remote work for their employees?05T3Social networks make it easier to make acquaintances and friendships.06T3Some people prefer living without using technology, such as phones, the Internet, and computers.
Daily life
6 questions · T301T3Do you think our eating habits are changing over the years?02T3Does clothing influence daily life? Why?03T3Everyone can take action to produce less waste. What do you think?04T3Is it necessary to live in a country to truly understand its culture?05T3Is it possible to live in a country without knowing its language?06T3Nowadays, is it feasible to live without television? Explain.
Transport
5 questions · T2 · T301T2You ask your neighbor who travels by bike for advice to see if this mode of transport is suitable in the city.02T2You need to contact your insurance to find out about the services available after a car breakdown in Canada.03T2Your neighbor suggests carpooling for your commutes, and you want to know more about the practical details.04T3Is offering free public transport in cities an interesting solution? Why?05T3Should public transportation be free for everyone?
Travel
5 questions · T2 · T301T2You are seeking information about a cruise in Canada from a travel agency.02T2You are seeking information about Vancouver museums at the tourist office.03T2You want to obtain information about a trip to Canada for winter sports.04T3Is the growth of tourism contradictory to the protection of nature?05T3The growth of tourism can damage certain regions.
Animals
3 questions · T201T2You discuss with your neighbor about his recent visit to the zoo to prepare for your own family outing.02T2You need to take care of your friend's dog during their vacation and inquire about its specific needs.03T2You need to take care of your friend's pet during their absence by inquiring about the necessary care.