Speaking Sample Test 3 - Pharmacy - Role-play Booklet

Sep 2, 2026

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A role-play booklet for the OET sample speaking sub-test focused on the Pharmacy station. It includes candidate and interlocutor sections, identification and signature fields, and the candidate declaration about test confidentiality and non-cheating. The Pharmacy scenario centers on a client who recently quit smoking, gained weight, and seeks fast remedies, prompting discussion of quick weight-loss options, including orlistat and phentermine, plus suitability and side effects.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

FormatPDF

Pages2

Reading Time5 min

AccessFree to download

Instruction to candidates

OET sample test

Roleplayer card: Pharmacy

Candidate card: Pharmacy

Candidate declaration

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SPEAKING: ROLE-PLAY BOOKLET | | | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | CANDIDATE NAME: | | | | | | D.O.B.: | D D M M Y Y Y Y | | PROFESSION:
TEST DATE: | | | VENUE: | | | | | | | | Starting at the left, print your Candidate Number and fill in the corresponding circle below each number using a 2B pencil.
| | CANDIDATE DECLARATION
By signing this, you agree not to disclose or use in any way (other than to take the test) or assist any other person to disclose or use any OET test or sub-test content. If you cheat or assist in any cheating, use any unfair practice, break any of the rules or regulations, or ignore any advice or information, you may be disqualified and your results may not be issued at the sole discretion of CBLA. CBLA also reserves its right to take further disciplinary action against you and to pursue any other remedies permitted by law. If a candidate is suspected of and investigated for malpractice, their personal details and details of the investigation may be passed to a third party where required.
CANDIDATE SIGNATURE: | | INSTRUCTION TO CANDIDATES | | --- | | Please confirm with the Interlocutor that your roleplay card number and colour match the Interlocutor card before you begin. | | Interlocutor to complete only | | --- | | ID No: Passport: £ National ID: £ Alternative ID approved: £
Speaking sub-test:
ID document sighted? £ Photo match? £ Signature match? £ Did not attend? £
Interlocutor name: Interlocutor signature: | | OET SAMPLE TEST | | | | --- | --- | --- | | NO 3 | | | | ROLEPLAYER CARD . | PHARMACY | | | Local Pharmacy
CLIENT You are 35 years old. You quit smoking recently and are shocked to see that you
have put on weight since then. You are seeking an effective remedy to help you to get rid of this extra weight quickly.
• When asked, say you’re concerned about your recent weight increase; since you’ve quit smoking you have gained some weight which you want to lose quickly. A colleague told you about a weight-loss drug, orlistat, that might help.
• Say there must be other products which could help with quick weight loss.
• Ask if there are any side effects of phentermine.
• Say it sounds like phentermine will be a good option for you, as you just want to lose weight for your friend’s wedding, which is in two weeks.
| | | | • Agree to see your doctor to discuss phentermine.
© Cambridge Boxhill Language Assessment | | SAMPLE TEST | | CANDIDATE CARD NO. 3 PHARMACY | | --- | | Local Pharmacy
PHARMACIST Your client is 35 years old and quit smoking recently. Since then he/she has put on
weight. He/she is interested in some medication for quick weight loss.
• Find out reason for client’s request to see you.
• Caution against rapid weight loss (e.g. , not recommended, rarely sustainable, dietary modification/increased exercise most effective, etc.) . Give information
about orlistat (e.g. , blocks absorption of some fats; effective for people with high BMI/body mass index: 30+; side effects: gastrointestinal problems, such as loose stools, faecal urgency, flatulence, incontinence; etc.) .
• Stress insufficient evidence to support efficacy for most non-prescription products (e.g. , orlistat, etc.) . Give information about phentermine
(e.g. , prescription weight-loss product, suppresses appetite, only used for short period, etc.) . Find out any other client concerns.
• Outline possible side effects of phentermine (e.g. , dry mouth, dizziness, constipation, etc.) . Stress importance of short-term use only (e.g. , possible long-term risks: addiction, cardiovascular side effects, high blood pressure, etc.) .
• Advise need for client to consult his/her doctor (e.g. , prescription for phentermine, other weight loss solutions, etc.) .
© Cambridge Boxhill Language Assessment SAMPLE TEST
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FAQs

What do candidates need to confirm before starting the role-play?

Candidates should confirm with the interlocutor that the roleplay card number and colour match the interlocutor card before beginning.

What is the main situation in the Pharmacy role-play scenario?

The client is 35, quit smoking recently, has gained weight, and wants an effective way to lose the extra weight quickly.

Which weight-loss drugs are discussed, and what should be covered?

The scenario mentions orlistat and phentermine; the pharmacist role requires covering rapid weight-loss cautions, information about orlistat and its side effects, then evidence limitations and phentermine details including side effects and short-term use concerns.

Sep 2, 2026

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