MUET SPEAKING TEST

MALAYSIAN UNIVERSITY ENGLISH TEST

paper 2 - Speaking (800/2)

TASK A - 2 MINUTES

• greetings
• repeat situation
• state and agree with the point given
• 3 points + relevant explanations and examples
• conclusion

TASK B - 10 MINUTES

• state your stand
• agree / disagree
• interrupt
• question
• conclude

Instructions to candidates:

Task A: Individual presentation

Study the stimulus or topic given.

You are given two minutes to prepare your responses.

You are given two minutes to present.

Listen to the others while they are making their presentations and take down notes for the group discussion in Task B.

Task B: Group discussion

You are given two minutes to prepare points to support or oppose the other candidates’ views.

After you have listened to everyone, try to come to a decision as to which of the four suggestions is the best.

Your group is given ten minutes for the discussion.

Task A and Task B will be carried out consecutively.

Candidate A

Situation

Your brother has been given the opportunity to study in England on a government scholarship.

You and your family are very proud of him. Decide on a special gift for him to prepare for his trip abroad.

Task A: Suggest that they give him cash. Say why.

Task B: Discuss which of the following would be most useful.

i. cash

ii. a computer

iii. some suitable clothing

iv. some Malaysian foodstuff

Candidate B

Situation

Your brother has been given the opportunity to study in England on a government scholarship.

You and your family are very proud of him. Decide on a special gift for him to prepare for his trip abroad.

Task A: Suggest that they give him a computer. Say why.

Task B: Discuss which of the following would be most useful.

i. cash

ii. a computer

iii. some suitable clothing

iv. some Malaysian foodstuff

Candidate C

Situation

Your brother has been given the opportunity to study in England on a government scholarship.

You and your family are very proud of him. Decide on a special gift for him to prepare for his trip abroad

.

Task A: Suggest that they give him some suitable clothing. Say why.

Task B: Discuss which of the following would be most useful.

i. cash

ii. a computer

iii. some suitable clothing

iv. some Malaysian foodstuff

Candidate D

Situation

Your brother has been given the opportunity to study in England on a government scholarship.

You and your family are very proud of him. Decide on a special gift for him to prepare for his trip abroad.

Task A: Suggest that they give him some Malaysian foodstuff. Say why.

Task B: Discuss which of the following would be most useful.

i. cash

ii. a computer

iii. some suitable clothing

iv. some Malaysian foodstuff

It’s ok if you don’t 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.you don’t 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!!!!

mock speaking test question

The ‘Get to Know ASEAN Campaign’ was launched recently by the Minister of Culture, Arts and Tourism. The aim of the campaign was to generate awareness & support for ASEAN unity, through a variety of activities.

As a member of the committee suggest activities to support the campaign.

A. Your suggestion is to have an evening of ASEAN music and dance. Give reasons for your suggestion.

B. An exhibition of handicrafts from ASEAN countries. The exhibition also includes a demonstration of how the handicrafts are made.

C. An ASEAN travel fair with each country promoting its tourist attractions.

D. An “ASEAN Food Festival” where the food of each ASEAN country will be promoted. Give reasons for your suggestion. (In your group, discuss the importance of unity among ASEAN countries)

ASSALAMUALAIKUM

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GOOD AFTERNOON

candidates are assessed on their ability to make indivudual presentation and take part in group discussions on a wide range of contemporary issues

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MALAYSIAN UNIVERSITY ENGLISH TEST

Paper 2 – speaking (800/2)

mock speaking test

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GUIDES

STRATEGIES

TASK A

GREETINGS

• Good morning to everyone.
• Good morning I bid to one and alL.
• Good morning to the examinerS and all candidateS.
• A very good morning I wish to all examinerS and fellow candidateS

REPEAT SITUATION

• Today we are talking about…
• The situation I have been given is
• According to the situation…
• Based on the situation given…

STATE THE POINT GIVEN

TASK B

• I would like to give 3 reasons for my point which is
• There are 3 reasons to support my point which is…
• My point is ________ so to elaborate I would like to discuss 3 reasons.
• I think that ____________ is the best idea.

3 PTS : EXPLANATION & EXAMPLES

• Firstly, I think that…This is because.. Moreover,... For example,…
• Secondly, another reason is… In addition,… For instance,…
• Finally, in my opinion…Furthermore,… A good example is...

CONCLUSION

AGREE

DISAGREE

CONCLUDING

• In conclusion, this is the best point because
• To conclude, I still agree that…
• In a nutshell, I feel that…
• In short, my idea is the best because…

· I agree with you. (NOT: I’m agree.)

· That’s a great idea!

· I see your point!

· That’s an interesting perspective.

· I like your suggestion.

· Indeed!

· I’m sorry but I disagree.(NOT: I’m not agree)

· I’m afraid I have to disagree with your idea.

· I don’t see eye to eye with you.

· That’s not a good idea/suggestion.

· I beg to differ

· In conclusion, ALL OF US agree that…

· To conclude, MOST OF US agree that…

· In a nutshell, SOME OF US agree that…while SOME OF US prefer…

· As time is running out, it seems that ALL OF US CAN’T AGREE on which option is the best because each point has many advantages and disadvantages.

INDIVIDUAL PRESENTATION

• read a given text
• make short notes in 2 minutes
• present viewpoints in 2 minutes

GROUP INTERACTION

• present viewpoints to members of a group
• respond to viewpoints, make suggestions and recommendations
• prompt, assist, lead and encourage peers

QUESTIONING

INTERRUPTING

· 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 don’t we consider the other points?

· I don’t understand, can you please repeat?

· Any suggestions?

· Excuse me, may I interrupt please.

· I’d like to add something please.

· May I say something?

· Could you please hear me out.

· Pardon me but could I add something please.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION.

SPECIFICATIONS

• accuracy
• fluency
• appropriacy
• coherence and cohesion
• use of language functions
• managing a discussion
• task fulfillment

DESCRIPTION

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• weighting - 15%
• duration - 30 minutes
• number of tasks - 2
• topic contemporary issues
• format -
• task A - individual presentantion

preparation : 2 minutes

presentation : 2 minutes

• task B - group interaction (4 candidates)

preparation : 2 minutes

discussion : 10 minutes

candidates are assessed on their ability to make individual presentations and take part in group discussions