ORAL EXAMS
Candidates are examined in pairs or groups of three
SENIOR 3
(As from 15/16 years old)
Duration: 8 to 10 minutes approx.
Objective: to generate a meaningful context for effective speaking production
The exam consists of different sections or parts
Part 1
Ice breaker
The students introduce themselves, either by answering personal
questions such as name, age, likes and dislikes, hobbies, studies, job,
etc, using the expected structures included in each syllabus or by
briefly talking about themselves for a few seconds.
Part 2
Individual
long turn
The students talk for a few minutes about a visual trigger, such as a
set of pictures connected to a topic. The students may have to answer
questions, provide descriptions, express personal opinions, compare
or contrast, etc depending on the level.
Part 3
Two-way
discussion
The students are presented with a situation that provides a context
for interaction with their partner(s) for a few minutes in a
spontaneous, non-rehearsed manner.
Part 4
Personal
opinion
The students express their opinion on a reader by answering nonspecific questions.
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