Open YapYapGo to use all 75 Timed Talk questions at B2 level. Your students are paired automatically, questions appear one at a time, and nothing repeats.
Automatic pairingAdjustable timerVocabulary on demandNo repeats
YapYapGo pairs your students, displays questions on a projected screen, tracks which ones you have used, and includes built-in timers. Everything for a speaking lesson in one tab.
B2 early teens are strong enough speakers to sustain a 90-120 second response on a complex topic. These 75 questions challenge 13-15 year olds to analyse, evaluate, and speculate under time pressure. Topics include digital ethics, environmental dilemmas, questions about education and fairness, and hypothetical scenarios that require conditional reasoning. The timer ensures they practise organising their thoughts quickly, which is the key skill that separates B2 from B1.
The vocabulary at B2 includes discourse markers and analytical terms that help early teens structure longer responses. Words like 'consequently,' 'despite,' 'whereas,' and 'arguably' are the connectors that transform a collection of opinions into a coherent spoken argument. Practising these under timed conditions makes them automatic rather than effortful.
Structured responses under pressure
Teach B2 early teens a simple response framework: state your position, give one reason with an example, acknowledge the opposite view, conclude. This four-part structure fills 90-120 seconds naturally and produces well-organised responses that score highly in any exam context. The timed format reinforces the habit of structuring before speaking.
Building exam-ready speaking habits
For students approaching Cambridge First or IELTS, the ability to produce a structured response spontaneously is the most valuable skill to develop. These timed questions simulate exam pressure in a low-stakes classroom setting, building the automaticity that prevents freezing on exam day.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. B2 early teens should be able to sustain a structured response for 90 seconds with practice. If they struggle, try 60 seconds first and build up. The vocabulary items help extend responses when students run out of ideas.
Not during the speaking turn. Let the timer run without interruption. Correction should happen afterward, either through self-reflection ('What would you say differently?') or peer feedback from the listening partner.
Two to three times per week for 10-15 minutes per session is ideal. This provides enough repetition to build automaticity without the activity becoming stale. Alternate with Conversation and Topic Discussion for variety.