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What are the two parts of the speaking exam?
Part one: individual talk
Part two: interview
In part 1, how long should you speak?
1-2 minutes
How long will part 2 be?
Part 2 will last for a maximum of 4 minutes.
What topics will the speaking questions be about?
The questions will be based on topics studied during EAP classes.
In part 1, do you have time to prepare before you speak? How long?
Yes, one minute.
How to answer explain questions?
Overall statement: There are several reasons why....
The first reason is that... Explanation....For example,...
Another reason is that... Explanation.... For instance,...
If you are late, you will not be able to take the speaking exam. True or False?
True. Latecomers are not allowed to take the speaking exam.
What should you do when you take notes?
Write down 6 wh-questions
How to answer define questions?
Overall statement: give a definition:term+classification + characteristics
First, ... Explanation....For example....
Another characteristic is... Explanation.... Forinstance...
Speaking exam part 1 and part 2 will be on the same topic. True or false?
False. Part 1 and part 2 will be on different topics.
In part 1, what should you do if you do not understand a word in the speaking prompt?
You may ask the examiner for an explanation.
Could you please explain...?
May I ask what is the meaning of...?
How to answer speculate questions?
Overall statement: From my perspective, it islikely that...(future tense)..future time phrase
Reason 1: This is because... Explanation...For example,....
Reason 2: Additionally, ..Explanation.....For instance,....