You have to make a 4-6
minute oral presentation of a topic
following the task proposals. You will be allowed 4 minutes to plan your speech
and write an outline. The teacher will assess you in terms of how you do
the following:
1. Your speech is well organised. This could be a typical outline:
a. Introduction
What is the topic of your speech?
Why should the audience listen to your speech?
What will your main points be?
b. The body
What are your main points and ideas (sub-topics)?
What is your supporting evidence and information
(sub-sub-topics)?
What are the causes and possible solutions to this
problem?
c. The conclusion
What were the main points of your speech, and what
do you want the audience to remember?
2. Accurate pronunciation, fluency, correct rhythm
and intonation and gestures (non-verbal communication)
3. You should make the proposed speech and stick
to the instructions
4. You should use connectors to
link the different parts
5. Use appropriate vocabulary and register. The
vocabulary must be appropriate for the situation and it should be presented in
a critical and creative way
6. Use a wide range of words and expressions to
explain the topic, using synonyms, antonyms, metaphors, etc. Your language
should be idiomatic and rich in ideas
7. Add comments, cultural background, extra details,
etc
8. Use a wide range of
structures, making no mistakes
Easier said than done!!!!
