Ace TCF Canada Speaking Task 2: The "S-T-A-R" Interview Framework

Task 2 of the TCF Canada Speaking exam (Expression Orale) is a unique challenge. You are required to interact with the examiner, but unlike a normal conversation, you are the one asking the questions.

The prompt usually places you in a specific scenario (e.g., "You want to buy a used car," or "You are calling a language school for information") and gives you 3 minutes and 30 seconds to ask questions and gather details.

Most candidates fail this task by asking a few basic questions ("Quel est le prix ?", "Où êtes-vous ?") and then falling completely silent after 45 seconds. The examiner is not allowed to help you. If you stop asking questions, the silence will destroy your score.

To secure a on Task 2, you need an endless arsenal of questions and a structure to guide the roleplay. You need the .