Impromptu speech

Impromptu speech

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This task is about giving a short impromptu speech about a picture, word, or object.
Give an impromptu speech on a picture, word, or object provided by your teacher.
You should speak for one minute.
You will need to 'think on your feet'.
Two useful strategies you can use:

  1. Apply who, when, why, which, and how questions to your subject.

  2. The PMI process. Talk about the pluses, minuses, and interesting aspects of your topic.

Question 1Change answer

Use the box below to jot down some quick thoughts.
Task administration: 
This task can be completed online or by pencil and paper.
  • Oral Language Assessment Guide B is suitable for this task.
Copyright: 
 
girl singing or talking.png
Image source: Clker.com
 
Level:
4
Curriculum info: 
English, Creating meaning, Speaking
Key Competencies: 
Using language, symbols, and texts
Keywords: 
impromptu speech, teacher rating
Description of task: 
Students deliver an impromptu speech on a picture, word, or object provided by the teacher. Speaking strategies are suggested in the resource. Oral Language Assessment Guide B is suitable for this task.
Teaching and learning: 
The following Oral Language Assessment Guides – Speaking can be used with this resource.
Click for more information about the Oral Language Assessment Guides – Speaking.