Listening
At the café
Customer: I’d like a tea, please. Server: Hot or iced? Customer: Iced, please.
What does the customer order?
Model response
An iced tea.
Learning focus — Listen for the drink and the detail that describes it.
Sample library
See what you could practice.
One example for each skill at each level. Read the task and the model response, then see what the example teaches.
Twelve examples in all. Nothing here is scored or recorded — they are here to be read.
Read and explore at your own pace. These are original Vantage materials. This page does not accept answers, recordings or submissions for scoring. The examples are not official GEPT test items.
One Sample Round per skill
GEPT Elementary
Everyday English for school, home and the community.
Reading
A day at school
The reading club meets in Room 203 every Tuesday at 3:30 p.m. Bring a book you enjoy.
When does the club meet?
Model response
Every Tuesday at 3:30 p.m.
Learning focus — Find the day and time in a short, useful notice.
Speaking
Introduce yourself
Introduce yourself and say what you enjoy doing after school.
A short self-introduction
Model response
Hi, I’m Jamie. I’m a student in Taiwan. After school, I like playing basketball with my friends.
Learning focus — Use simple sentences to share your name and an interest.
Writing
Write a postcard
Write a short message to a friend about a place you are visiting.
A friendly message
Model response
Hi Alex, I’m in Tainan with my family. We visited an old street today. The food is delicious! See you soon, Jamie.
Learning focus — Name the place, add one detail and finish with a friendly closing.
One Sample Round per skill
GEPT Intermediate
Longer texts, connected ideas and clearer structure.
Listening
A change of plan
Mia: Shall we meet at the library at four? Ben: My class finishes at four. Could we make it four thirty? Mia: Sure. I’ll meet you by the entrance.
What time do they agree to meet?
Model response
At 4:30, by the library entrance.
Learning focus — Follow a change in the conversation rather than choosing the first time mentioned.
Reading
A greener school
Our school has installed water stations to reduce plastic waste. Students can refill their bottles between classes. The student council will review how often the stations are used before suggesting more locations.
Why will the council review their use?
Model response
To help decide where additional water stations might be useful.
Learning focus — Connect the action in the final sentence with its purpose.
Speaking
Explain your preference
Do you prefer studying alone or with a group? Explain your choice.
An opinion with reasons
Model response
I usually prefer studying alone because I can work at my own pace. However, a group is helpful when I need to discuss a difficult idea. I often study alone first and compare notes with friends later.
Learning focus — Give a clear preference, support it, and acknowledge another viewpoint.
Writing
Make a suggestion
Write an email suggesting an activity for your school English club.
An organized email
Model response
Dear Ms. Chen, I suggest a short film discussion for our next meeting. We could watch a scene and discuss the characters’ choices in small groups. This would give everyone a chance to speak. Best wishes, Jamie.
Learning focus — State the suggestion, describe how it could work, and explain its benefit.
One Sample Round per skill
GEPT High-Intermediate
Precision, independence and English beyond the exam.
Listening
A project decision
Manager: The new tool could reduce routine work, but the team needs training. Colleague: Then let’s test it with one department before expanding. Manager: Agreed. We’ll review the results after a month.
What approach do the speakers agree on?
Model response
A one-month trial in one department, followed by a review before wider use.
Learning focus — Identify the agreed action and distinguish it from the original possibility.
Reading
Evaluating an argument
Remote work can save commuting time, yet its benefits depend on the task and the team. Work requiring sustained concentration may suit a quiet home setting. Collaborative projects may benefit from scheduled in-person discussion. A flexible policy should therefore consider both individual needs and shared responsibilities.
What is the writer’s main argument?
Model response
Work arrangements should be flexible and reflect the needs of both individuals and teams.
Learning focus — Read the examples as support for the conclusion, rather than as separate claims.
Speaking
Present a proposal
Propose a way to improve access to learning resources in your community.
A structured proposal
Model response
I propose a weekend learning corner at our local library. Volunteers could help visitors find suitable resources and set realistic goals. A small pilot would let us assess demand before expanding. Success should be judged by regular participation and useful feedback, not simply the number of materials provided.
Learning focus — State a proposal, explain its implementation and identify a way to evaluate it.
Writing
Discuss a trade-off
Should schools replace all printed materials with digital resources? Present a balanced view.
A reasoned discussion
Model response
Digital resources are easy to update and can improve access, but a complete replacement of print may create difficulties for students with limited connectivity. Schools should offer a practical mix, choosing the format that best supports each learning task while ensuring that every student can participate.
Learning focus — Acknowledge a benefit and a limitation before giving a supported recommendation.
Next
Chapter 4 — Future Outlook
It begins in Kaohsiung, and reaches across Taiwan.