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Handout For PSLE Oral

The document provides tips for three sections of an exam: reading, picture discussion, and conversation. For reading, it emphasizes clear pronunciation, appropriate expression, and rhythm. It recommends paying attention to theme, setting, mood, pronunciation of difficult words, dialogue, and pacing. For picture discussion, it advises describing, interpreting, and explaining the picture using correct grammar and vocabulary. For conversation, it suggests giving a clear personal response, engaging in the conversation, and using evidence to substantiate opinions. Language tips are provided to share opinions and make inferences.

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Handout For PSLE Oral

The document provides tips for three sections of an exam: reading, picture discussion, and conversation. For reading, it emphasizes clear pronunciation, appropriate expression, and rhythm. It recommends paying attention to theme, setting, mood, pronunciation of difficult words, dialogue, and pacing. For picture discussion, it advises describing, interpreting, and explaining the picture using correct grammar and vocabulary. For conversation, it suggests giving a clear personal response, engaging in the conversation, and using evidence to substantiate opinions. Language tips are provided to share opinions and make inferences.

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READING - Pronounce & articulate words clearly; read fluently with appropriate expression & rhythm

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Pronunciation & Articulation


Rhythm & Fluency 10

Expressiveness

PICTURE DISCUSSION - Interpret the situation in the picture, using correct grammar & appropriate vocab

Wow!

Description
Interpretation & Explanation
10
Language
Coherence

CONVERSATION - Engage in a conversation on a given topic

Wow!

Personal Response
Clarity of Expression 10

Engagement in Conversation

30
Tips

1) Reading
Pay special attention to:
(a) the theme, setting, mood, & speakers (these dictate the tone / voice you should use)
(b) words that are more difficult to pronounce (rehearse them aloud beforehand).
G_________ o_________ words you cannot pronounce. Do NOT m__________ words: dont
add or subtract words
(c) dialogue (read speech segments more expressively & pause at transit points)
(d) pacing (do not read too fast / too slow)
(e) Note _______ sounds; end c_____________ sounds (e.g. d, -t, -k); long v________
sounds (e.g. these); -______ sounds (e.g. scientists, costs)

* If you make a mistake (e.g. mispronunciation), do not panic! Carry on fluency is important.

2) Picture
S__________ ------ D_____________ ------ I__________
Identify the central theme(s).
(a) Note key characters / objects / features.
(b) Decipher relationships / connections.
(c) Move beyond descriptions & share your opinions.
For descriptions of people, focus on the:
- external (4As: age, appearance, attire, actions) vs
- internal (thoughts, feelings, motivations, attitude, personality / character)
For opinions:
- substantiate (reason with evidence / specific examples)
- moderate (present a more balanced perspective on sensitive issues)
(d) Make references to current affairs / interesting facts when appropriate.

* As the picture is black & white, please do not describe using specific colours.

3) Conversation
(a) Give a stand: it is okay to say no
(b) Elaborate (steer clear of one-word / one-sentence answers)
(c) Substantiate (reason with evidence / specific examples)
(d) Moderate (present a more balanced perspective on sensitive issues)

* Be personable establish eye contact with the examiner(s) and smile readily.

Language for sharing opinions or drawing inferences: could, might, possibly, likely,
probably, suppose, surmise, infer, deduce, conclude, predict, think, feel, opinion

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