MUET SPEAKING LESSONS SET 3

TOPIC: DEVELOPING AND ORGANISING IDEAS.& USING APPROPRIATE MARKERS AND LINKING DEVICES.

Objectives

The students will be able to:

I. Fill in the charts with relevant points to the topics.

II. Complete the tasks ( speech outlines) with appropriate language functions.

III. Complete the last task with suitable elaboration using appropriate language.

USEFUL EXPRESSIONS FOR DELIVERING YOUR SPEECH

Here are some examples of useful expressions or linkers that can help to ensure a smooth delivery of ideas.

Please take 3 minutes to read them.

Quizzes and Brain Teaser

Exercise 1: Brainstorming and organizing ideas.

Situation 1Many youths these days are

into computer games. It is said that such games encourages the player to explore different ways of learning and thinking. Do you think playing computer games is good or bad? Discuss with your friends.

Task A: In your, opinion, you think playing computer games is. Elaborate. bad for our health and a waste of money.

Examples of elaborating techniques

Example Point 1: Bad for healthWhat (does it mean)? =not good

for physical and mental health.=not good for healthHow so? = make you sit still for a

long time=less time spend outside the

house=cause back

pains/migraines/overweight=make you strain your eyes and

your mental capacity to focus on the game.

=cause problems to the eyes=cause stress and exhaustions tooExamples:=when playing games like Online

Poker games=you have to sit in front of the computer all day long.

=or when playing Resident Evil= you have to concentrate intensely…

=all these if they are not put under control can definitely cause problems.

Example point 2: Waste MoneyWhat does it mean?=you will spend a lot of MONEY

unnecessarily=you will spend money on

things that you don’t need.=games are expensive=the gaming gadgets are

expensive tooHow so?=to buy the game consoles,

game cards, software, the game players and to pay the electricity bills.

=to repair gadgets like PSP, Game boys and laptops.

Exercise 2: Read the situation and brainstorm for ideas. Then fill in the chart with your ideas. Situation:Many electronic gadgets

have been invented to improve our lifestyle in this technological era. Which electronic gadget do you think is the most useful for today’s modern lifestyle?

Task A: You think that the laptop is the most useful electronic gadget for today’s modern lifestyle.

How to elaborate on the 3 points

Point 1: Able to work everywhere

Meaning (what)?

How?

Example(s):

Point 2: Easy access to information

Meaning (what)?

How?

Example(s):

Point 3 : An Entertainment Tool

Meaning (what)?

How?

Example(s):

Using appropriate linkers to deliver your presentation smoothly.

Exercise 4: Read and understand the situation. Then complete the task below by using the appropriate linkers.

GROUP DISCUSSION TECNIQUES2 MINUTES PREPARATION10 MINUTES GROUP

INTERACTION

SEATING ARRANGEMENT

D C

A B

Q R

Useful Phrases and Expression

TASK A1. When asking for clarification

2. When presenting individual points-opinion & suggestions3 General Simple StepsStep 1: GreetingGood morning to all examiners and to fellow candidates.

Step 2: Introduce the topic We are here today to talk about …..

Step 3: State your opinion or suggestionIn my opinion….I think….I feel…

Step 4: Justify your opinion or suggestionThere are several reasons why I said that ….First and foremost…Secondly,Thirdly,Last but not least..Step 5 Close the presentationAll in all…In conclusion…

4 STEPS Step 1: Start (Initiating) the discussion by indicating the task that

need to be completed

Hello again, now we need to discuss ……..

Step 2: Take turns to present opinions and to justify opinions

For me, I feel….

I also think…

Personally I think…

In my opinion

Step 3: Express agreement and disagreement

I like your point but I can’t fully agree with you…

You have a point there but I personally think…

I beg to differ on this…

I disagree with you on this…

I totally agree with you…

Step 4: Negotiate

Okay, lets think about what is the most effective/the best/ way ….

Imagine,

What would happen,

What if,

Do we really think this will work?

What about?

Is this practical?

Is this realistic?

Step 5: Come up with a consensusSo , most of us seem to think that…So, we can’t seem to agree on one best solution unanimously…Step 6: Conclude.Alright, I am glad that we have come t0 the end of our highly interesting discussion. From our discussion just now, we can say that….

Alright, we are now moving towards the end of our discussion…and everyone seems to chooseThank you very much for your active contribution.

MUET MOCK SPEAKING VIDEO

Duration 40 Minutes Video

Situation

Unity among ASEAN countries is important in order to promote peace and prosperity. How may awareness and support for unity among ASEAN countries be promoted ? (Task A)

Candidate A: Through music and dance festival.

Candidate B: Arts and Crafts Exhibitions

Candidate C: Tourism and Travel Fair

Candidate D: Food Festival

Task B: What do you think is the most effective way to promote awareness and supports for ASEAN unity?