OPIc Practice Test Prompts
SET 6: FAMILY
Note: Add two more questions from 6.1 – 6.6 according to your student’s situation.
1. Can you tell me about your immediate family members, such as your parents
and siblings? Describe your relationship with each of them and how often you
interact with them.
2. Family traditions and celebrations are often essential in various cultures. Can
you share a meaningful family tradition or celebration that holds significance
for you? How do you and your family typically observe this tradition or
celebration?
3. Family support can be crucial during challenging times. Can you describe a
situation when your family provided support or assistance to you or another
family member? How did their support impact the outcome of the situation?
6.1 Single – Living Alone
1. Can you tell me how you manage your daily household chores and
responsibilities? What tasks do you find most challenging, and how do
you overcome them? Describe your typical daily routine.
2. How do you handle moments of loneliness or the need for companionship?
Do you engage in any social activities or community events to connect
with others? Tell me about a time when you felt particularly connected to
your community or made new friends.
6.2 Single – Living with Family
1. How do you distribute household tasks among family members? Do you
have a specific schedule or system in place? How do you handle any
conflicts or disagreements that may arise regarding household
responsibilities?
2. How do you ensure open communication and maintain a harmonious
environment within the household? How do you address conflicts or
differences in opinions among family members? Share an experience
when effective communication played a crucial role in resolving a family
matter.
6.3 Single – Living with Extended Family
1. Extended family dynamics can be unique. How do you maintain a healthy
and supportive relationship with your extended family members? How
often do you communicate or get together with them? Share a memorable
experience or event you’ve had with your extended family.
2. How do you handle privacy and personal space when living with extended
family members? Do you have designated areas or boundaries to ensure
everyone’s comfort and independence? Describe how you strike a balance
between communal living and respecting individual needs within the
household.
6.4 Living with Non-Family Members, Friends, or Schoolmates
1. Have you established a daily routine or schedule for household chores and
responsibilities? How do you ensure a harmonious living environment
with your housemates? Share your strategies for managing household
tasks together.
2. Conflict resolution is essential when living with others. Can you recall a
time when you had a disagreement with one of your housemates? How did
you handle the situation, and what steps did you take to reach a
resolution? Tell me about the outcome and what you learned from that
experience.
6.5 Married – Only living with Spouse
1. How do you and your spouse divide household responsibilities and chores?
Can you tell me about your main tasks and how you manage them together?
2. How do you and your spouse handle your finances and budgeting in your
household? Tell me about your approach to managing expenses and financial
decisions.
3. In your married life, have there been any major challenges or conflicts that
you and your spouse have faced together? How did you resolve them, and
what did you learn from those experiences?
4. How do you and your spouse maintain a healthy work-life balance while
living together? Can you share any strategies or routines that help you both
prioritize personal time and family time?
5. Communication is vital in a marriage. How do you and your spouse handle
disagreements or conflicts in your relationship? Can you describe a specific
situation and how you worked through it together?
6.6 Married – Living with Family members
1. How do you and your extended family handle living arrangements and
personal space when living together under one roof? Can you share any
strategies for maintaining harmony and respecting each other’s privacy?
2. In your married life, how do you and your spouse navigate cultural or
generational differences within your immediate and extended family? How do
you ensure that everyone feels included and valued?
3. Managing family gatherings and celebrations can be challenging. How do you
and your spouse coordinate and plan events involving both immediate and
extended family members? Are there any particular traditions or customs that
you incorporate into these gatherings?
4. Living with extended family can sometimes lead to conflicts or
misunderstandings. How do you and your spouse address these issues while
maintaining a positive and supportive environment for everyone involved?
5. Balancing individual and family needs can be complex when living with your
immediate and extended family. How do you and your spouse ensure that
each family member’s aspirations and goals are considered and supported?
Can you share examples of how you have achieved this balance in your
family dynamic?