ASK A Each 2-min presentation should include 5 important elements: 1. Greetings 2. Repeat situation from the question 3.

State the point given to you 4. 3 pts with relevant explanation & examples 5. Conclusion Greetings 1. Good morning to everyone. 2. Good morning I bid to one and all. 3. Good morning to the examinerS and all candidateS. 4. A very good morning I wish to all examinerS and fellow candidateS Repeat Situation 1. Today we are talking about 2. The situation I have been given is 3. According to the situation 4. Based on the situation given State the point given 1. I would like to give 3 reasons for my point which is 2. There are 3 reasons to support my point which is 3. My point is ________ so to elaborate I would like to discuss 3 reasons. 4. I think that ____________ is the best idea. 3 Pts (Explanation & Examples) 1. Firstly, I think thatThis is because.. Moreover,... For example, 2. Secondly, another reason is In addition, For instance, 3. Finally, in my opinionFurthermore, A good example is... Conclusion 1. In conclusion, this is the best point because 2. To conclude, I still agree that 3. In a nutshell, I feel that 4. In short, my idea is the best because p/s: Its ok if you dont 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 jus t for practice.you dont have a conclusion.No penalty but if you manage to do a con clusion you will logically score higher because your presentation is more struct ured. ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS TALK NON-STOP FOR 2 MINS!!!! Task B Agree I agree with you. (NOT: Im agree.) Thats a great idea! I see your point! Thats an interesting perspective. I like your suggestion. Indeed! I concur with your point of view. Disagree Im sorry but I disagree.(NOT: Im not agree) Im afraid I have to disagree with your idea. I dont see eye to eye with you. Thats not a good idea/suggestion. I beg to differ Interrupting Excuse me, may I interrupt please. Id like to add something please. May I say something? Could you please hear me out. Pardon me but could I add something please.

Questioning 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 dont we consider the other points? I dont understand, can you please repeat? Any suggestions? Concluding In conclusion, ALL OF US agree that To conclude, MOST OF US agree that In a nutshell, SOME OF US agree thatwhile SOME OF US prefer As time is running out, it seems that ALL OF US CANT AGREE on which option is the b est because each point has many advantages and disadvantages.

8 Smart Tips for Scoring in Speaking

1. Memorisation Technique: First understand then learn all the multipurpose phrases introduced here because they work in all situations. 2.Fishing Technique: Read the situation carefully then ask the examiners what it means (even if you a re sure you understand because they could give you extra points or vocabulary 3. Parroting Technique: If you really go blank, dont worry. Just say you agree then repeat everything your friend just said. Youll still get marks for participation.

4. Bimbo Technique: If you have absolutely nothing to say, repeat this sentence: Im sorry, I dont underst nd your point. Can you please explain it again? 5. Cooperative Technique: If your friend cant remember a word/phrase or has trouble explaining their ideas, you MUST help him/her by suggesting other words/phrases/ideas. You will get poin ts for teamwork. 6. Equal Opportunity Technique: Never control a conversation by wanting to talk all the time and never giving ot hers a chance. Instead, always ask other candidates their opinion. Encourage the quiet ones to speak up and you will get higher marks. 7. Anti-Donkey Technique: Pay attention to the time and when it gets closer to the end of 10 mins, just tr y and agree with one person (even if you really dont think so in real life! No poi nt being stubborn in the test.) 8. Concluding Technique: Make sure you agree BEFORE going into the exam room who will be doing the conclu sion. Pay close attention to the time and steer everyone to making the right con clusion. P/S:Its ok ifall of you CANT AGREE on a single point.you should be able to decide on single point within 10 mins of discussing, but if you dont there is no penalty. y

our group doesnt have a conclusion.No penalty but if you manage to do a conclusion you will logically score higher because your discussion is more structured.ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS DISCUSS ACTIVELY 10 MINS!!!!! FinallyDont panic if you didntdo well in Task 1.You can still pass if you participate actively in Task 2. This isn't enough for you? Check THIS out! and You'll find more that could help you~ Posted by MounLike Labels: tips

Writing tips 1. Before writing an essay, you must know its basic structure. A MUET reference book might show you this. 2. Do task 2 first, because it is worth more mark and easier 3. Dont waste too much time on Task 1. Learn all specific writing structure for ea ch type of task 1. In the real test, you just have to apply that structure with new data and suitable verb tenses. Read sample essays and take note good structu re to have a wide range of academic structures for task 1. Some structure might be used in task 2 as well. 4. You must complete both tasks. I dont care how difficult the test is, I dont care how little time you got. You MUST complete your test at any cost. If you dont, you will be penalized very heavily. 5. Again, practice writing. Do both 2 tasks in one hour. You can focus only on t ask 1 or task 2, but before the test, you should practice writing both tasks to familiar with time limit. 6. Practice makes perfect. In writing, this statement is completely true. But it is better if there is someone to check writing for you and you can learn from y our mistakes. 7. Writing requires wide academic vocabulary. You also have to buy a vocabulary book to work on and enrich your vocabulary. 8. Avoid all informal ways of writing. There are some rules of writing you shoul d follow. For example: no abbreviations, no 1st and 2nd pronoun or possessive (I , you, me, my, your), except in conclusion where you have to state your opinion. 9. Each body paragraph has to include: topic sentence, supporting sentences (2-3 sentences), development sentences (evidence: example, experience, data). In man y languages (English included), there are many ways to develop a body paragraph, which results that topic sentence is not the first sentence. But you are advise d to put topic sentence at the beginning of each body paragraph. Don't be creati ve in this case. That is all I can think of. I hope you will be lucky in your exam and what I wro te will help you in one way or another. But REMEMBER, to reach success, you MUST make an effort. You should have a clear motivation and a strong will to overcom e difficulties. When I did practice tests, I was exhausted. But no success comes easily. Practice is the only way to gain success. Dont just wait for lucky break, it will never come if you dont know how to grab it. And the final point I want to mention is:

Relax before the test! Attempting to do one or two practice test before the real test wont help you incre ase your score. In return, it will make you feel stressed and unconfident.