Speaking Practice 2

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• Actual Practice • • Actual Test •

Introduction

This book is designed to provide the practice for learners to improve their speaking fluency in English. Through practicing various types of actual speaking test question types such as describing pictures, giving an opinion, and sentence building etc., the learners will practice how to give a well-organized response and speech. This book contains 12 sets of Actual Practice and Actual Test. Each Actual Practice consists of 4 parts. • Warming Up I & II: Tongue Twister and Picture Describing. This part will help learners to be ready for speaking in English. • Sentence Building: Learners will practice making sentences in correct order. This practice will help learners to give immediate response with grammatically correct sentences. • Find and Correct: Learners will practice finding errors from the given sentences and correct them and speak. This practice will help learners to improve the accuracy of their English speaking with appropriate grammar usage. • Give an Opinion: Learners will practice how to give a well-organized response based on the given topic using [Intro.-Main-Conclusion] structure.

Warming Up I – Tongue Twister

Learning Objectives You will practice how to create a well-organized and effective speech or response and deliver a clear message.

1. Practice tongue twister by yourself. 2. Repeat after your instructor. Listen to correct pronunciation. 3. Try to read the sentences faster.

Warming Up II – Picture Describing Describe the picture by answering the questions below.

Sentence Building Listen to your instructor read a group of words. Place the phrases in the correct order to form proper sentences.

Example: If you hear, “after doing yoga”… “very refreshed”… “I feel” Then you say, “I feel very refreshed after doing yoga.”

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Actual Practice 01

You know New York, you need New York, you know you need unique New York.

• Where is this place?

• What is happening in the picture?

•Who are they and what are they doing?

• An earthquake / the Asian country / hit

• for you / to say thanks / I'm waiting

• to expand / The company plans / into new markets

Find and Correct – Most Common Mistakes The following sentences are grammatically incorrect. Correct the mistakes.

Give an Opinion – Logical Speaking Practice Answer the question in detail using [Intro.-Main-Conclusion] structure.

Introduction I think… / I prefer… / My opinion is…

Main

First, / First of all, - Because, Because of - For example, For instance

Second, / Next, Third, / Lastly,

Conclusion

In conclusion / In short / To sum up / Therefore / For this reason / So / That’s why~ - This is Because~ - The reason that I prefer A is that~

Actual Practice 01

[Question] Some people think art is an essential subject for children at school while others think it is a waste of time. Which side do you agree with and why? Give your opinion in detail.

1. You cannot access to the site.

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2. The team consists 10 members.

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3. He finally arrived his destination.

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Part A – Listen and Answer

Learning Objectives You will practice the actual test to improve your speaking skills.

Listen to each question carefully and choose one of the given options. You will have 5 seconds to respond. Example: If you hear, “Do you prefer a chair or a sofa?” Then you say, “I prefer a chair.” or “ I prefer a sofa.”

Part B – Sentence Building Listen and rearrange the word groups into a complete sentence. You will have 7 seconds to respond.

Example: If you hear, “studying English”… “in America”… “I’ll be” Then you say, “I’ll be studying English in America.”

Part C – Give an Opinion Answer the question in detail using [Intro.-Main-Conclusion] structure. You will have 30 seconds to prepare and 60 seconds to respond.

• Do you prefer to drink vanilla shakes or banana shakes?

• Do you like eating butter cookies or chocolate cookies?

• Would you rather exercise indoor or outdoor?

• He knocked / this morning / on my front door

• talking about / the breaking news / I was

• People will live / in the future / on the moon

Actual Test 01

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[Question] These days many people use their vacation to travel abroad. If you could plan a vacation, would you want to go to Europe or Asia? What are your reasons?

Warming Up I – Tongue Twister

Learning Objectives You will practice how to create a well-organized and effective speech or response and deliver a clear message.

1. Practice tongue twister by yourself. 2. Repeat after your instructor. Listen to correct pronunciation. 3. Try to read the sentences faster.

Warming Up II – Picture Describing Describe the picture by answering the questions below.

Sentence Building Listen to your instructor read a group of words. Place the phrases in the correct order to form proper sentences.

Example: If you hear, “after doing yoga”… “very refreshed”… “I feel” Then you say, “I feel very refreshed after doing yoga.”

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Actual Practice 02

① If a dog chews shoes, whose shoes does he choose? ② I thought I thought of thinking of thanking you.

• Where is this place?

• What is happening in the picture?

•Who are they and what are they doing?

• to represent / the team / He was selected

• her password / I had / my mom change

• a vitamin / I take / twice a day

Find and Correct – Most Common Mistakes The following sentences are grammatically incorrect. Correct the mistakes.

Give an Opinion – Logical Speaking Practice Answer the question in detail using [Intro.-Main-Conclusion] structure.

Introduction I think… / I prefer… / My opinion is…

Main

First, / First of all, - Because, Because of - For example, For instance

Second, / Next, Third, / Lastly,

Conclusion

In conclusion / In short / To sum up / Therefore / For this reason / So / That’s why~ - This is Because~ - The reason that I prefer A is that~

Actual Practice 02

1. He’s having two cousins.

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2. He will decide after he will see the test results tomorrow.

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3. He asked me I had ever been to Ireland.

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[Question] Communication through instant forms of online social network service is short and basic. Some people think this will be the death of grammar and spelling. Do you agree or disagree? Give your opinion in detail.

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Part A – Listen and Answer

Learning Objectives You will practice the actual test to improve your speaking skills.

Listen to each question carefully and choose one of the given options. You will have 5 seconds to respond. Example: If you hear, “Do you prefer a chair or a sofa?” Then you say, “I prefer a chair.” or “ I prefer a sofa.”

Part B – Sentence Building Listen and rearrange the word groups into a complete sentence. You will have 7 seconds to respond.

Example: If you hear, “studying English”… “in America”… “I’ll be” Then you say, “I’ll be studying English in America.”

Part C – Give an Opinion Answer the question in detail using [Intro.-Main-Conclusion] structure. You will have 30 seconds to prepare and 60 seconds to respond.

• Are you better at driving a car or better at riding a bike?

• Do you like eating salmon or tuna?

• Do you usually wear black clothes or green clothes to a funeral?

• Soon / The concert is / going to start

• my examination / I have / next Tuesday

• so many / flowers and trees / There are

[Question] How you use your free time is important in relieving stress. Some people prefer to spend their free time outdoors. Other people prefer to rest at home. Which do you prefer? Give reasons.

Actual Test 02

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Warming Up I – Tongue Twister

Learning Objectives You will practice how to create a well-organized and effective speech or response and deliver a clear message.

1. Practice tongue twister by yourself. 2. Repeat after your instructor. Listen to correct pronunciation. 3. Try to read the sentences faster.

Warming Up II – Picture Describing Describe the picture by answering the questions below.

Sentence Building Listen to your instructor read a group of words. Place the phrases in the correct order to form proper sentences.

Example: If you hear, “after doing yoga”… “very refreshed”… “I feel” Then you say, “I feel very refreshed after doing yoga.”

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Actual Practice 03

① Near an ear, a nearer ear, a nearly eerie ear. ② Tom threw Tim three thumbtacks.

• Where is this place?

• What is happening in the picture?

•Who are they and what are they doing?

• my email / I checked / this morning

• more closely together / They agreed / to work

• big enough to carry / The car is / 6 adults

Find and Correct – Most Common Mistakes The following sentences are grammatically incorrect. Correct the mistakes.

Give an Opinion – Logical Speaking Practice Answer the question in detail using [Intro.-Main-Conclusion] structure.

Introduction I think… / I prefer… / My opinion is…

Main

First, / First of all, - Because, Because of - For example, For instance

Second, / Next, Third, / Lastly,

Conclusion

In conclusion / In short / To sum up / Therefore / For this reason / So / That’s why~ - This is Because~ - The reason that I prefer A is that~

Actual Practice 03

1. A baseball game is consisted of nine innings.

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2. He is resembled by his father.

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3. I saw him to fix my computer.

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[Question] Some people think that you can never become fluent in a language unless you have spent time living or working in that country. Do you agree or disagree? Give your opinion in detail.

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Part A – Listen and Answer

Learning Objectives You will practice the actual test to improve your speaking skills.

Listen to each question carefully and choose one of the given options. You will have 5 seconds to respond. Example: If you hear, “Do you prefer a chair or a sofa?” Then you say, “I prefer a chair.” or “ I prefer a sofa.”

Part B – Sentence Building Listen and rearrange the word groups into a complete sentence. You will have 7 seconds to respond.

Example: If you hear, “studying English”… “in America”… “I’ll be” Then you say, “I’ll be studying English in America.”

Part C – Give an Opinion Answer the question in detail using [Intro.-Main-Conclusion] structure. You will have 30 seconds to prepare and 60 seconds to respond.

• Are you from an urban city or from a rural area?

• Do you like eating sandwiches or hamburgers?

• Would you rather wear a fur coat or a leather coat?

• I want to / into my account / deposit this money

• very clever / in my high school / I was

• didn’t want to go / The children / to bed early

[Question] Many top universities are choosing to teach courses in English. Do you think that university classes should be in English or should classes be taught in the country's native language? What are your reasons?

Actual Test 03

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Warming Up I – Tongue Twister

Learning Objectives You will practice how to create a well-organized and effective speech or response and deliver a clear message.

1. Practice tongue twister by yourself. 2. Repeat after your instructor. Listen to correct pronunciation. 3. Try to read the sentences faster.

Warming Up II – Picture Describing Describe the picture by answering the questions below.

Sentence Building Listen to your instructor read a group of words. Place the phrases in the correct order to form proper sentences.

Example: If you hear, “after doing yoga”… “very refreshed”… “I feel” Then you say, “I feel very refreshed after doing yoga.”

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Actual Practice 04

① Nine nice night nurses nursing nicely. ② Wayne went to wales to watch walruses.

• Where is this place?

• What is happening in the picture?

•Who are they and what are they doing?

• into the toilet / I dropped / my phone

• I lost / yesterday / my wallet

• I found it necessary / extra batteries / to carry

Find and Correct – Most Common Mistakes The following sentences are grammatically incorrect. Correct the mistakes.

Give an Opinion – Logical Speaking Practice Answer the question in detail using [Intro.-Main-Conclusion] structure.

Introduction I think… / I prefer… / My opinion is…

Main

First, / First of all, - Because, Because of - For example, For instance

Second, / Next, Third, / Lastly,

Conclusion

In conclusion / In short / To sum up / Therefore / For this reason / So / That’s why~ - This is Because~ - The reason that I prefer A is that~

Actual Practice 04

1. His wife is involved for the fraud.

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2. A lot of trees blown down by the storm.

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3. She’s married with a fund manager.

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[Question] Most modern families have both parents working and as a result children spend less and less time with their parents. Do you agree or disagree? Give your opinion in detail.

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Part A – Listen and Answer

Learning Objectives You will practice the actual test to improve your speaking skills.

Listen to each question carefully and choose one of the given options. You will have 5 seconds to respond. Example: If you hear, “Do you prefer a chair or a sofa?” Then you say, “I prefer a chair.” or “ I prefer a sofa.”

Part B – Sentence Building Listen and rearrange the word groups into a complete sentence. You will have 7 seconds to respond.

Example: If you hear, “studying English”… “in America”… “I’ll be” Then you say, “I’ll be studying English in America.”

Part C – Give an Opinion Answer the question in detail using [Intro.-Main-Conclusion] structure. You will have 30 seconds to prepare and 60 seconds to respond.

• Do you prefer to eat at a restaurant or cook for yourself?

• Do you like eating French fries or potato chips?

• Would you rather eat raw meat or grilled meat?

• reads books / My sister / every weekend

• at the end of this month/ getting married / I am

• for the project / I need to / buy some books

Actual Test 04

[Question] Some people prefer to live in modern apartments and others like to live in houses with a garden. Which do you prefer? Give reasons in detail.

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Warming Up I – Tongue Twister

Learning Objectives You will practice how to create a well-organized and effective speech or response and deliver a clear message.

1. Practice tongue twister by yourself. 2. Repeat after your instructor. Listen to correct pronunciation. 3. Try to read the sentences faster.

Warming Up II – Picture Describing Describe the picture by answering the questions below.

Sentence Building Listen to your instructor read a group of words. Place the phrases in the correct order to form proper sentences.

Example: If you hear, “after doing yoga”… “very refreshed”… “I feel” Then you say, “I feel very refreshed after doing yoga.”

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Actual Practice 05

A skunk sat on a stump and thunk the stump stunk, but the stump thunk the skunk stunk.

• Where is this place?

• What is happening in the picture?

•Who are they and what are they doing?

• went out of / The company / business

• went out / The team from Brazil / for dinner

• He did nothing / all weekend / but watch movies

Find and Correct – Most Common Mistakes The following sentences are grammatically incorrect. Correct the mistakes.

Give an Opinion – Logical Speaking Practice Answer the question in detail using [Intro.-Main-Conclusion] structure.

Introduction I think… / I prefer… / My opinion is…

Main

First, / First of all, - Because, Because of - For example, For instance

Second, / Next, Third, / Lastly,

Conclusion

In conclusion / In short / To sum up / Therefore / For this reason / So / That’s why~ - This is Because~ - The reason that I prefer A is that~

Actual Practice 05

1. I just finished to download a movie on my laptop.

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2. He promised returning my call.

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3. The CEO promised raising everyone’s salary by 10%.

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[Question] With a fast pace of modern life, more and more people are turning towards fast food for their main meals. Think of the pros and cons of the issue and give your opinion in detail

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Part A – Listen and Answer

Learning Objectives You will practice the actual test to improve your speaking skills.

Listen to each question carefully and choose one of the given options. You will have 5 seconds to respond. Example: If you hear, “Do you prefer a chair or a sofa?” Then you say, “I prefer a chair.” or “ I prefer a sofa.”

Part B – Sentence Building Listen and rearrange the word groups into a complete sentence. You will have 7 seconds to respond.

Example: If you hear, “studying English”… “in America”… “I’ll be” Then you say, “I’ll be studying English in America.”

Part C – Give an Opinion Answer the question in detail using [Intro.-Main-Conclusion] structure. You will have 30 seconds to prepare and 60 seconds to respond.

• Do you like eating pasta salads or caesar salads?

• Would you rather play tennis or table tennis?

• Are you good at catching mosquitos or not good at it?

• I booked / to London / a flight ticket

• as many / as you want / You can have

• be here / He is going to / in a few minutes

[Question] Some people prefer to work from home while others prefer to work in the office. Which do you prefer? Give reasons in detail.

Actual Test 05

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Warming Up I – Tongue Twister

Learning Objectives You will practice how to create a well-organized and effective speech or response and deliver a clear message.

1. Practice tongue twister by yourself. 2. Repeat after your instructor. Listen to correct pronunciation. 3. Try to read the sentences faster.

Warming Up II – Picture Describing Describe the picture by answering the questions below.

Sentence Building Listen to your instructor read a group of words. Place the phrases in the correct order to form proper sentences.

Example: If you hear, “after doing yoga”… “very refreshed”… “I feel” Then you say, “I feel very refreshed after doing yoga.”

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Actual Practice 06

Of all the vids I’ve ever viewed, I’ve never viewed a vid as valued as Alex’s engVid vid.

• Where is this place?

• What is happening in the picture?

•Who are they and what are they doing?

• to move / He wants / to Chicago

• my email / I went online / to check

• went to bed quickly / She put on / pajamas and

Find and Correct – Most Common Mistakes The following sentences are grammatically incorrect. Correct the mistakes.

Give an Opinion – Logical Speaking Practice Answer the question in detail using [Intro.-Main-Conclusion] structure.

Introduction I think… / I prefer… / My opinion is…

Main

First, / First of all, - Because, Because of - For example, For instance

Second, / Next, Third, / Lastly,

Conclusion

In conclusion / In short / To sum up / Therefore / For this reason / So / That’s why~ - This is Because~ - The reason that I prefer A is that~

Actual Practice 06

1. His music worthy listening to.

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2. It’s never good crying over spilt milk.

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3. If you buy this, you can want to read the manual.

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[Question] Do you think more people should adopt a vegetarian diet for a healthy life? Why or why not? Give your opinion in detail.

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Part A – Listen and Answer

Learning Objectives You will practice the actual test to improve your speaking skills.

Listen to each question carefully and choose one of the given options. You will have 5 seconds to respond. Example: If you hear, “Do you prefer a chair or a sofa?” Then you say, “I prefer a chair.” or “ I prefer a sofa.”

Part B – Sentence Building Listen and rearrange the word groups into a complete sentence. You will have 7 seconds to respond.

Example: If you hear, “studying English”… “in America”… “I’ll be” Then you say, “I’ll be studying English in America.”

Part C – Give an Opinion Answer the question in detail using [Intro.-Main-Conclusion] structure. You will have 30 seconds to prepare and 60 seconds to respond.

• Do you prefer to shop in a store or online?

• Do you prefer laptop or desktop?

• Would you rather watch romantic movies or comedy movies?

• long ago / The pyramid / was built

• Leaves are / from the trees / falling

• I am moving / next month / to an apartment

Actual Test 06

[Question] Some people think that it is better to educate boys and girls in separate schools. Others, however, believe that boys and girls benefit more from attending mixed schools. What is your opinion?

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Warming Up I – Tongue Twister

Learning Objectives You will practice how to create a well-organized and effective speech or response and deliver a clear message.

1. Practice tongue twister by yourself. 2. Repeat after your instructor. Listen to correct pronunciation. 3. Try to read the sentences faster.

Warming Up II – Picture Describing Describe the picture by answering the questions below.

Sentence Building Listen to your instructor read a group of words. Place the phrases in the correct order to form proper sentences.

Example: If you hear, “after doing yoga”… “very refreshed”… “I feel” Then you say, “I feel very refreshed after doing yoga.”

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Actual Practice 07

I have got a date at a quarter to eight; I’ll see you at the gate, so don’t be late.

• Where is this place?

• What is happening in the picture?

•Who are they and what are they doing?

• to find him / She promised / a job

• He saw her / at a bus stop / standing

• her mother / She resembles / in many ways

Find and Correct – Most Common Mistakes The following sentences are grammatically incorrect. Correct the mistakes.

Give an Opinion – Logical Speaking Practice Answer the question in detail using [Intro.-Main-Conclusion] structure.

Introduction I think… / I prefer… / My opinion is…

Main

First, / First of all, - Because, Because of - For example, For instance

Second, / Next, Third, / Lastly,

Conclusion

In conclusion / In short / To sum up / Therefore / For this reason / So / That’s why~ - This is Because~ - The reason that I prefer A is that~

Actual Practice 07

1. According to the law, you should be over 18 to buy this item.

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2. You may have asked me before buying it. It was a waste of money.

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3. If this will happen again, you will lose your license.

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[Question] What do you think are the best ways to improve health? Give your opinion in detail.

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Part A – Listen and Answer

Learning Objectives You will practice the actual test to improve your speaking skills.

Listen to each question carefully and choose one of the given options. You will have 5 seconds to respond. Example: If you hear, “Do you prefer a chair or a sofa?” Then you say, “I prefer a chair.” or “ I prefer a sofa.”

Part B – Sentence Building Listen and rearrange the word groups into a complete sentence. You will have 7 seconds to respond.

Example: If you hear, “studying English”… “in America”… “I’ll be” Then you say, “I’ll be studying English in America.”

Part C – Give an Opinion Answer the question in detail using [Intro.-Main-Conclusion] structure. You will have 30 seconds to prepare and 60 seconds to respond.

• Do you prefer to wash dishes or vacuum floors?

• Do you like skiing or snowboarding?

• Would you rather drink sparkling wine or sparkling water?

• I / a driver's license / don't have

• riding bicycles / The children are / on the ground

• on the table / There is / a fish bowl

[Question] Technology, for example Information Technology, electric cars, 3D printing, Biotechnology, and Robotics, has become an increasingly important part of modern society. Which technology do you think will have the greatest impact in the future?

Actual Test 07

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Warming Up I – Tongue Twister

Learning Objectives You will practice how to create a well-organized and effective speech or response and deliver a clear message.

1. Practice tongue twister by yourself. 2. Repeat after your instructor. Listen to correct pronunciation. 3. Try to read the sentences faster.

Warming Up II – Picture Describing Describe the picture by answering the questions below.

Sentence Building Listen to your instructor read a group of words. Place the phrases in the correct order to form proper sentences.

Example: If you hear, “after doing yoga”… “very refreshed”… “I feel” Then you say, “I feel very refreshed after doing yoga.”

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Actual Practice 08

When a doctor doctors a doctor, does the doctor doing the doctoring doctor as the doctor being doctored wants to be doctored?

• Where is this place?

• What is happening in the picture?

•Who are they and what are they doing?

• to become / a lawyer / Her goal is

• to read / I am too busy / them all

• satisfied with / He was / his performance

Find and Correct – Most Common Mistakes The following sentences are grammatically incorrect. Correct the mistakes.

Give an Opinion – Logical Speaking Practice Answer the question in detail using [Intro.-Main-Conclusion] structure.

Introduction I think… / I prefer… / My opinion is…

Main

First, / First of all, - Because, Because of - For example, For instance

Second, / Next, Third, / Lastly,

Conclusion

In conclusion / In short / To sum up / Therefore / For this reason / So / That’s why~ - This is Because~ - The reason that I prefer A is that~

Actual Practice 08

1. The lawmakers will decide whether supporting the new proposals.

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2. Using credit card is actually borrowing a money.

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3. What if Korea was still under the Japanese colonial rule?

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[Question] Do you think watching TV is a waste of time? Why or why not? Give your opinion in detail.

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Part A – Listen and Answer

Learning Objectives You will practice the actual test to improve your speaking skills.

Listen to each question carefully and choose one of the given options. You will have 5 seconds to respond. Example: If you hear, “Do you prefer a chair or a sofa?” Then you say, “I prefer a chair.” or “ I prefer a sofa.”

Part B – Sentence Building Listen and rearrange the word groups into a complete sentence. You will have 7 seconds to respond.

Example: If you hear, “studying English”… “in America”… “I’ll be” Then you say, “I’ll be studying English in America.”

Part C – Give an Opinion Answer the question in detail using [Intro.-Main-Conclusion] structure. You will have 30 seconds to prepare and 60 seconds to respond.

• Do you prefer to drink full cream milk or low fat milk?

• Do you like drinking coffee in a glass or in a mug?

• Are you a brilliant person or a bright person?

• some stamps / I bought / for the Christmas cards

• Men and women / in the club / are dancing

• give it back / to you tomorrow / I will

[Question]Some people believe that it is better for children to begin learning a foreign language at kindergarten. Do you agree or disagree? Give your opinion in detail.

Actual Test 08

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Warming Up I – Tongue Twister

Learning Objectives You will practice how to create a well-organized and effective speech or response and deliver a clear message.

1. Practice tongue twister by yourself. 2. Repeat after your instructor. Listen to correct pronunciation. 3. Try to read the sentences faster.

Warming Up II – Picture Describing Describe the picture by answering the questions below.

Sentence Building Listen to your instructor read a group of words. Place the phrases in the correct order to form proper sentences.

Example: If you hear, “after doing yoga”… “very refreshed”… “I feel” Then you say, “I feel very refreshed after doing yoga.”

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Actual Practice 09

To begin to toboggan first buy a toboggan, but don't buy too big a toboggan. Too big a toboggan is

too big a toboggan to buy to begin to toboggan.

• Where is this place?

• What is happening in the picture?

•Who are they and what are they doing?

• too busy / I was / to call you

• to remember my name / It is important / for you

• were blown down / A lot of threes / by the storm

Find and Correct – Most Common Mistakes The following sentences are grammatically incorrect. Correct the mistakes.

Give an Opinion – Logical Speaking Practice Answer the question in detail using [Intro.-Main-Conclusion] structure.

Introduction I think… / I prefer… / My opinion is…

Main

First, / First of all, - Because, Because of - For example, For instance

Second, / Next, Third, / Lastly,

Conclusion

In conclusion / In short / To sum up / Therefore / For this reason / So / That’s why~ - This is Because~ - The reason that I prefer A is that~

Actual Practice 09

1. This is too small. I need bigger it.

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2. Passwords is a string of characters used to access information.

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3. Any adult would not believe it.

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[Question] Do you think that companies should provide employees with exercise time during the day? Why or why not? Give your opinion in detail.

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Part A – Listen and Answer

Learning Objectives You will practice the actual test to improve your speaking skills.

Listen to each question carefully and choose one of the given options. You will have 5 seconds to respond. Example: If you hear, “Do you prefer a chair or a sofa?” Then you say, “I prefer a chair.” or “ I prefer a sofa.”

Part B – Sentence Building Listen and rearrange the word groups into a complete sentence. You will have 7 seconds to respond.

Example: If you hear, “studying English”… “in America”… “I’ll be” Then you say, “I’ll be studying English in America.”

Part C – Give an Opinion Answer the question in detail using [Intro.-Main-Conclusion] structure. You will have 30 seconds to prepare and 60 seconds to respond.

• Do you like classical music or pop music?

• Do you like boiled food or grilled food?

• Do you prefer to drink hot coffee or iced coffee?

• singing like / She was / a bird

• Sally and I were / last night / watching a movie

• listening to music / I enjoy / on my smartphone

[Question] For some people, cars are more than just transportation. Some people prefer smaller cars. Others prefer large SUVs. Which do you prefer? What are your reasons?

Actual Test 09

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Warming Up I – Tongue Twister

Learning Objectives You will practice how to create a well-organized and effective speech or response and deliver a clear message.

1. Practice tongue twister by yourself. 2. Repeat after your instructor. Listen to correct pronunciation. 3. Try to read the sentences faster.

Warming Up II – Picture Describing Describe the picture by answering the questions below.

Sentence Building Listen to your instructor read a group of words. Place the phrases in the correct order to form proper sentences.

Example: If you hear, “after doing yoga”… “very refreshed”… “I feel” Then you say, “I feel very refreshed after doing yoga.”

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Actual Practice 10

Imagine an imaginary menagerie manager managing an imaginary menagerie.

• Where is this place?

• What is happening in the picture?

•Who are they and what are they doing?

• It's nice / to come back / for you

• the crime / The police arrived / to investigate

• dealing with / They are / the complaints

Find and Correct – Most Common Mistakes The following sentences are grammatically incorrect. Correct the mistakes.

Give an Opinion – Logical Speaking Practice Answer the question in detail using [Intro.-Main-Conclusion] structure.

Introduction I think… / I prefer… / My opinion is…

Main

First, / First of all, - Because, Because of - For example, For instance

Second, / Next, Third, / Lastly,

Conclusion

In conclusion / In short / To sum up / Therefore / For this reason / So / That’s why~ - This is Because~ - The reason that I prefer A is that~

Actual Practice 10

1. Can I have an another glass of wine?

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2. The most of the restaurants in this city are open until midnight.

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3. Every shops in this street accept credit cards.

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[Question] Some companies have uniforms for their employees which must be worn at all times. Do you agree or disagree? Give your opinion in detail.

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Part A – Listen and Answer

Learning Objectives You will practice the actual test to improve your speaking skills.

Listen to each question carefully and choose one of the given options. You will have 5 seconds to respond. Example: If you hear, “Do you prefer a chair or a sofa?” Then you say, “I prefer a chair.” or “ I prefer a sofa.”

Part B – Sentence Building Listen and rearrange the word groups into a complete sentence. You will have 7 seconds to respond.

Example: If you hear, “studying English”… “in America”… “I’ll be” Then you say, “I’ll be studying English in America.”

Part C – Give an Opinion Answer the question in detail using [Intro.-Main-Conclusion] structure. You will have 30 seconds to prepare and 60 seconds to respond.

• Do you prefer to wear striped shirts or plain shirts?

• Do you like lemon flavored tea or orange flavored tea?

• Are you good at lifting weights or not good at it?

• to stay behind / I was told / after school

• the most expensive thing / This necklace is / I own

• in the United States / I will / be studying English

Actual Test 10

[Question] In many countries, smoking in public places and indoors is illegal. Do you think smoking should not be allowed in public places and indoors? Why or why not?

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Warming Up I – Tongue Twister

Learning Objectives You will practice how to create a well-organized and effective speech or response and deliver a clear message.

1. Practice tongue twister by yourself. 2. Repeat after your instructor. Listen to correct pronunciation. 3. Try to read the sentences faster.

Warming Up II – Picture Describing Describe the picture by answering the questions below.

Sentence Building Listen to your instructor read a group of words. Place the phrases in the correct order to form proper sentences.

Example: If you hear, “after doing yoga”… “very refreshed”… “I feel” Then you say, “I feel very refreshed after doing yoga.”

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Actual Practice 11

I'm not the pheasant plucker, I'm the pheasant plucker's son, And I'm only plucking pheasants till the pheasant pluckers come.

• Where is this place?

• What is happening in the picture?

•Who are they and what are they doing?

• There have been / here lately / strange happenings

• in an unfamiliar / foreign land / He lived alone

• supposed to / You’re not / walk on the grass

Find and Correct – Most Common Mistakes The following sentences are grammatically incorrect. Correct the mistakes.

Give an Opinion – Logical Speaking Practice Answer the question in detail using [Intro.-Main-Conclusion] structure.

Introduction I think… / I prefer… / My opinion is…

Main

First, / First of all, - Because, Because of - For example, For instance

Second, / Next, Third, / Lastly,

Conclusion

In conclusion / In short / To sum up / Therefore / For this reason / So / That’s why~ - This is Because~ - The reason that I prefer A is that~

Actual Practice 11

1. The prince found an asleep princess.

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2. He was an alone man; he had no family and no friends.

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3. I remember the way how I met you.

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[Question] Being able to speak a foreign language is an advantage these days. Some people think that children should start learning a foreign language at primary school. Which do you agree with and why? Give your opinion in detail.

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Part A – Listen and Answer

Learning Objectives You will practice the actual test to improve your speaking skills.

Listen to each question carefully and choose one of the given options. You will have 5 seconds to respond. Example: If you hear, “Do you prefer a chair or a sofa?” Then you say, “I prefer a chair.” or “ I prefer a sofa.”

Part B – Sentence Building Listen and rearrange the word groups into a complete sentence. You will have 7 seconds to respond.

Example: If you hear, “studying English”… “in America”… “I’ll be” Then you say, “I’ll be studying English in America.”

Part C – Give an Opinion Answer the question in detail using [Intro.-Main-Conclusion] structure. You will have 30 seconds to prepare and 60 seconds to respond.

• Are you right handed or left handed?

• Would you buy a blue van or a red van?

• Do you like spending time at the mountain or the sea?

• taller than / The giraffe is / the tree

• a white shirt / I need / for the concert

• the girl / over there? / Do you know

[Question] Some people believe that watching television is bad for children. Other people believe that watching television is educational for children. Which opinion do you agree with and why?

Actual Test 11

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Warming Up I – Tongue Twister

Learning Objectives You will practice how to create a well-organized and effective speech or response and deliver a clear message.

1. Practice tongue twister by yourself. 2. Repeat after your instructor. Listen to correct pronunciation. 3. Try to read the sentences faster.

Warming Up II – Picture Describing Describe the picture by answering the questions below.

Sentence Building Listen to your instructor read a group of words. Place the phrases in the correct order to form proper sentences.

Example: If you hear, “after doing yoga”… “very refreshed”… “I feel” Then you say, “I feel very refreshed after doing yoga.”

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Actual Practice 12

A certain young fellow named Beebee. Wished to marry a lady named Phoebe. "But," he said.

"I must see what the minister's fee be before Phoebe be Phoebe Beebee"

• Where is this place?

• What is happening in the picture?

•Who are they and what are they doing?

• It's not / the same / going to be

• and the river / The table is / between the tree

• My friend was / going to a concert / excited about

Find and Correct – Most Common Mistakes The following sentences are grammatically incorrect. Correct the mistakes.

Give an Opinion – Logical Speaking Practice Answer the question in detail using [Intro.-Main-Conclusion] structure.

Introduction I think… / I prefer… / My opinion is…

Main

First, / First of all, - Because, Because of - For example, For instance

Second, / Next, Third, / Lastly,

Conclusion

In conclusion / In short / To sum up / Therefore / For this reason / So / That’s why~ - This is Because~ - The reason that I prefer A is that~

Actual Practice 12

1. Please leave your phone number in order to we can contact you.

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2. Global warming is more about politics than science.

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3. The bitter the medicine tastes, the better it is for you.

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[Question] Some people think that e-books are the death of paper books while others think that paper books will never disappear. Which do you agree with and why? Give your opinion in detail.

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Part A – Listen and Answer

Learning Objectives You will practice the actual test to improve your speaking skills.

Listen to each question carefully and choose one of the given options. You will have 5 seconds to respond. Example: If you hear, “Do you prefer a chair or a sofa?” Then you say, “I prefer a chair.” or “ I prefer a sofa.”

Part B – Sentence Building Listen and rearrange the word groups into a complete sentence. You will have 7 seconds to respond.

Example: If you hear, “studying English”… “in America”… “I’ll be” Then you say, “I’ll be studying English in America.”

Part C – Give an Opinion Answer the question in detail using [Intro.-Main-Conclusion] structure. You will have 30 seconds to prepare and 60 seconds to respond.

• Would you rather go on a safari or a cruise?

• Do you prefer drinking from a bottle or a glass?

• Would you rather swim in a pool or a river?

• I would like / for your help / to thank you

• specializes in / The shop / hand-made chocolates

• in his office / I saw you / on Tuesday

[Question] Nowadays, more and more people are making friends and starting relationships through SNS. Do you agree with online dating or cyber relationships? Why or why not?

Actual Test 12

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