I'm listing below the phrases I explain in the audio.This is a B1-level story. Below, are the phrases I explain from the story.Vocabulary expressions for the storyToday's story is B1 level. I'm listing below the phrases I explain in the audio.The point of this podcast is to explain that the language you use in your speaking exam must sound authentic.These are the B1 expressions I suggest you use in the speaking:some kind of - when you are describing something, or identifying somethingThat must be... I suppose - this means you are quite sure what something isvery fond of - likeI've changed my mind - I don't agree with what I said beforeI think that's a... isn't it? - easy to use question tagGood point! - You have said something which I agree withkeen on - likeIt's difficult to please everybody - to please means to make somebody happyI mean, - say this to explain something you have said in a better way, or add more informationSee the picture and transcript for the speaking test at:  https://www.practisingenglish.com/podcast-186.htmAt https://www.practisingenglish.com/ I offer learners of intermediate-level English, grammar help and exercises and other English learning pages.https://www.practisingenglish.com/My latest novel for learners of B2 English is called The Tudor Conspiracy. You can see it on Amazon here: https://amzn.to/33Axu2Nhttps://amzn.to/33Axu2NBe back soon with another podcast!Mike Bilbrough (Secondary school English teacher and Doctor in English philology)