MUET-Notes for Speaking test

7/27/2019 MUET-Notes for Speaking test

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MALAYSIAN UNIVERSITY

ENGLISH TEST

SPEAKING 800/2Presented by,

Mdm. Audrey Koh

Speaking Examiner since 2003


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NOTE MANAGEMENT

Every student will begiven a blank piece

of A4 paper to write

notes.

Try to think of atleast 3 points with 2

examples each.

If you are candidate

C, write in thatsection only.

Take note of your

friends ideas when

they are presenting

A) B)

1. _____ 1. _____

2. _____ 2. _____

3. _____ 3 _____

C) D)

1. _____ 1.______

2. _____ 2. ______

3. _____ 3. ______


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Situation:

You live in the capital city

of Malaysia and your

friend is getting married in

Bangkok. A group of you

would like to attend the

wedding. Decide the best

way to get there.

Candidate A:

You suggest going by flight.

Candidate B:You suggest going by car.

Candidate C:

You suggest going by train.

Candidate D:

You suggest going by bus.

A) FLIGHT KL to Bangkok

non-stop

1) Most direct wayfast, X waste

time

book early,

2) Cheap fares best price

many budget

airlines, eg. Air

Asia

3.Group fares discount for group

go together,

share experience


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TASK A

Each 2-min presentation should include 5

important elements:

1.Greetings2.Repeat situation from the question

3.State the point given to you

4.3 pts with relevant explanation & examples5.Conclusion


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1. Greetings

1.Good morning to everyone.

2.Good morning I bid to one and all.

3.Good morning to the examinerS and allcandidateS.

4.A very good morning I wish to all

examinerS and fellow candidateS.


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2. Repeat Situation

1.Today we are talking about

2.The situation I have been given is

3.According to the situation4.Based on the situation given


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3. State the point given

1.I would like to give 3 reasons for my point

which is

2.There are 3 reasons to support my pointwhich is

3.My point is ________ so to elaborate I

would like to discuss 3 reasons.4.I think that ____________ is the best idea.


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4. 3 Pts (Explanation & Examples)

1.Firstly, I think thatThis is because..

Moreover,... For example,

2.Secondly, another reason is In addition, For instance,

3.Finally, in my opinionFurthermore, A

good example is...


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5. Conclusion

1.In conclusion, this is the best point

because

2.To conclude, I still agree that3.In a nutshell, I feel that

4.In short, my idea is the best because


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Its ok if

1. you dont speak on 3 points.- No penalty as long as you develop even one

point well with good elaboration and examples.

The 3 points we stress on is just for practice.

2. you dont have a conclusion.

- No penalty but if you manage to do a

conclusion you will logically score higher

because your presentation is more structured.

ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS

TALK NON-STOP FOR 2 MINS!!!!!


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TASK B

USEFUL

PHRASES

FOR

THE

GROUP

DISCUSSION


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Agree

I agree with you. (NOT: Im agree.)

Thats a great idea!

I see your point!Thats an interesting perspective.

I like your suggestion.

Indeed!I concur with your point of view.


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Disagree

Im sorry but I disagree.

(NOT: Im not agree)

Im afraid I have to disagree with youridea.

I dont see eye to eye with you.

Thats not a good idea/suggestion.

I beg to differ.


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Interrupting

Excuse me, may I interrupt please.

Id like to add something please.

May I say something?Could you please hear me out.

Pardon me but could I add something

please.


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Questioning

So what do you think, Candidate X?

How about your point of view?

Candidate X, would you like to give us your

opinion?

Does anyone agree with me?

Why dont we consider the other points?

I dont understand, can you please repeat?Any suggestions?


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Concluding

In conclusion, ALL OF US agree that

To conclude, MOST OF US agree that

In a nutshell, SOME OF US agree thatwhile SOME OF US prefer

As time is running out, it seems that ALL

OF US CANT AGREE on which option isthe best because each point has many

advantages and disadvantages.


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8 Smart Tips for

Scoring in Speaking

1. Memorisation Technique:

First understand then learn all the multipurpose

phrases introduced here because they work in all

situations.

2. Fishing Technique:

Read the situation carefully then ask the

examiners what it means (even if you are sure youunderstand because they could give you extra

points or vocabulary)


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3. Parroting Technique:

If you really go blank, dont worry. Just sayyou agree then repeat everything your friend

just said. Youll still get marks for

participation.4. Bimbo Technique:

If you have absolutely nothing to say, repeat

this sentence: Im sorry, I dont understand

your point. Can you please explain it again?


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5. Cooperative Technique:

If your friend cant remember a word/phrase or hastrouble explaining their ideas, you MUST help

him/her by suggesting other words/phrases/ideas.

You will get points for teamwork.

6. Equal Opportunity Technique:

Never control a conversation by wanting to talk all

the time and never giving others a chance.Instead, always ask other candidates their opinion.

Encourage the quiet ones to speak up and you will

get higher marks.


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7. Anti-Donkey Technique:

Pay attention to the time and when it getscloser to the end of 10 mins, just try and

agree with one person (even if you really

dont think so in real life! No point beingstubborn in the test.)

8. Concluding Technique:

Make sure you agree BEFORE going intothe exam room who will be doing the

conclusion. Pay close attention to the time

and steer everyone to making the right


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Its ok if

1. all of you CANT AGREE on a single point.- you should be able to decide on a single point

within 10 mins of discussing, but if you dont

there is no penalty.

2. your group doesnt have a conclusion.

- No penalty but if you manage to do a

conclusion you will logically score higher

because your discussion is more structured.

ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS

DISCUSS ACTIVELY 10 MINS!!!!!


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Finally

Dont panic if you didnt

do well in Task 1.

You can still pass

if you participate actively

in Task 2.

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