Thank you speech

Thank you speech

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This task is about preparing and presenting a thank you speech.
illustration: young woman sharing
 
Social: "Characterised by friendly companionship with others". Source: Random House Dictionary, 2001

Your task is to present a prepared thank you speech. These short speeches are often made at social events.

You have a time limit of one minute.

 

Question 1Change answer

The content of your thank you speech should cover:

  • what you are thanking him/her/them for
  • one or two points on what was gained/learnt from him/her/them
  • a personal comment (optional)
  • a closing statement.
Use the box below to plan your speech.
Task administration: 
This task can be completed by pencil and paper or online.
  • Oral Language Assessment Guide C is suitable for this task.
Copyright: 
illustration: young woman sharing
Image: iStock
Level:
5
Curriculum info: 
English, Creating meaning, Speaking
Keywords: 
social speech, peer-assessment
Description of task: 
The assessment context is a prepared 'thank you' speech. The time limit is one minute and a content checklist is provided. Oral Language Assessment Guide C is suitable for this task.
Answers/responses: 
The following Oral Language Assessment Guide – Speaking can be used with this resource.
Click for more information about the Oral Language Assessment Guides – Speaking.