SPEAKUP paper 4 spm tips for candidates practice

speaking tips

1. BE BOLD , BE HEARD . SPEAK UP AND IMPRESS . SUCCESS AWAITS! SPM PAPER 3 : SPEAKING

2. OVERVIEW IN PAIRS AROUND 13 MINUTES 3 PARTS TOTAL SCORE 24 OVER 25

3. CAN I LEARN SPEAKING? HOW?

4. LISTEN Listen more to various types of English conversations PRACTISE Learn to speak with your heart. Be bold. IMITATE Copy the way how English speaker speaks REFLECT Evaluate your own speaking. What was wrong? Correct it!

5. How Can You Improve Your Speaking Confidence?

6. TIP 1 : Concentrate on communicating your idea rather than worrying about your grammar usage. There is no right or wrong answer.

7. Tip 2 : If you are speaking to an interlocutor during the exam, remember that they rarely correct your grammar. They are there to assess your confidence level too. Take a deep breath and stay cool! It is better to speak up than to keep quiet.

8. Tip 3 : Use phrases instead of trying to remember certain words. Remember phrases which are easy to remember such as “Good morning, teacher”, “I am fine”, “I don’t get you, teacher”, “I will try my best” e.t.c. can help you to start a conversation. They are easy to get right and you can start gaining confidence! If you are nervous, use only standard phrases until you are comfortable enough to use some more challenging sentences.

9. Tip 4 : The golden rule is always “Practice makes perfect”! Use new phrases and vocabulary every day and practise them with as many friends as you can.

10. Tip 5 : Maintain eye contact with the interlocutor. Use gesture to elaborate your points if possible. Remember, it is perfectly fine if you mess up things - just keep going!

11. Tip 6 : Bear in mind that the interlocutor is there to help you. He or she is trying to find ways to assist you with prompts, encourage you to speak and identify your points to reward you. Therefore, just speak with your heart.

12. INTERVIEW PART ONE 3-4 MINUTES FAMILIAR TOPICS (ROUTINES/ PERSONAL INFORMATION) 3-4 QUESTIONS EACH

13. QUESTIONS SUGGESTED ANSWERS What’s your name? My name is ________, but you can call me _______. Where do you live / come from? I live in Selangor now but actually, my hometown is Johor. Do you walk to school? No, I don’t. I come to school by car. My father fetches me here every day on his way to work.
Yes, I do. My house is just a stone’s throw away. How do you go to school? I cycle to school. Sometimes, I walk here.
I come to school by bus. It has been years doing the
same. I might ride a bike here next year. Do you come to school by....? Yes, I come to school by motorcycle.
No, I don’t. I come to school in a private van. What do you usually eat for breakfast? I usually have a half-boiled egg and a cup of milo. I usually eat 2 pieces of bread for my breakfast. Tell us what you see on your way to school. Nowadays, traffic is bad and I can see lots of people rushing either to schools or work in the morning.
I usually sleep in the bus on my way to school. If not, I will gaze at the beautiful break of dawn. What’s the first thing you do when you get home from school? I will have a bath before taking my lunch. Then, it is homework time.
I will feed my cat.
I will check my phone is there is any message.

14. My name is ____. But you can call me___. I am ____. What is your name?

15. I live in ____ now but actually, my hometown is ___. Where do you live / come from?

16. No, I don’t. I come to school by car. My father fetches me here every day on his way to work. Yes, I do. My house is just a stone’s throw away. Do you walk to school?

17. I cycle to school. Sometimes, I walk here. I come to school by bus. It has been years doing the same. I might ride a bike here next year. How do you go to school?

18. Nowadays, traffic is bad and I can see lots of people rushing either to schools or work in the morning. I usually sleep in the bus on my way to school. If not, I will gaze at the beautiful break of dawn. Tell us what you see on your way to school.

19. INDIVIDUAL LONG TURN PART 2 3-4 MINUTES 2 QUESTIONS FOR EACH CANDIDATES

20. You must answer the topic given in the cue card. There are four suggestions for what to talk about. You should use all of them. Student should speak around 1 minute on the topic given. Remember, quality is more important than quantity! Try to speak confidently and with full sentences. When you have finished speaking, simply make eye contact with the interlocutor. As a gesture, you may say “ That’s all” or “Thank you”.

21. NEIGHBOUR Talk about your neighbour. TOPIC You should say: Who is your neighbour? CUE 1 How long has he/she been your neighbour? CUE 2 What sort of person this neighbour is? CUE 3 Is it important to have a neighbour? Why/Why not? CUE 4 NAME TIME/DURATION DESCRIBE OPINION/ REASON

22. SUGGESTED ANSWER My neighbour is Mr Kumar. He works as a doctor. We have been neighbour for 5 years. It is important to have neighbour because they can help us when we are in trouble. Mr Kumar is a friendly person, he always greet us whenever we meet. 1/2

23. SUGGESTED ANSWER Hello, today I am going to talk about my neighbour. First of all , my neighbour is Mr Kumar. He works as a doctor at the local clinic. . Next , we have been living next to each since Mr Kumar moved next door 10 years ago. In my opinion , it is important to have neighbour because they can assist you in case of emergency. For example, if someone's home is damaged or unsafe, neighbours can offer temporary shelter, providing a safe place to stay until the situation stabilizes. Last but not least , Mr Kumar is a really friendly person. Despite our cultural differences, he always greet us whenever we meet. Thats all. Thank you. 3/4

24. Hello, today I am going to talk about my neighbour. Who is your neighbor? First of all, My neighbor is Mr Kumar, and he live in the house next door to mine. How long has he/she been your neighbor? Next, Mr Kumar has been my neighbor for 10 years. His family moved into the neighborhood around the same time my family and I did. SUGGESTED ANSWER

25. Last but not least, Mr Kumar is a warm and friendly individual. His family are always ready to lend a helping hand and have a positive attitude. Over the years, we've gotten to know them quite well. They're a responsible homeowner who takes good care of their property, and they often participate in neighbourhood events and activities. Their children play with us together, and we've even had the pleasure of sharing the occasional barbecue or gathering with them. They are the type of neighbour that you can rely on and feel comfortable approaching with any concerns. What sort of person this neighbour is?

26. In my opinion, having neighbours like Mr Kumar is important for several reasons. Firstly, they contribute to the sense of community and support that makes living in a neighbourhood a pleasant experience. Secondly, in times of need or emergencies, neighbours can provide assistance and a helping hand, which can be invaluable. Apart from that, neighbours also create a network of social interaction, friendship, and emotional support, which enhances the quality of life in a community. Furthermore, neighbours can help maintain security by looking out for one another and deterring potential issues, fostering a sense of safety. Is it important to have a neighbour? Why/Why not?

27. TEACHER
Talk about a teacher who has a big impact on you. Hello, today I am going to talk about… You should say:
Who is the teacher?
 Firstly… What subject does he/she teach? Next, Why did this teacher have such a big impact on you? Last but not least… Is it important to have a good teacher? Why/Why not? In my opinion…. because…..
For example…

28. Talk about a present you bought for someone. Hello, today I am going to talk about… You should say: Who did you give it to? Firstly… What kind of present was it? Next, How does it compare to other presents you have given? Last but not least… Is it important to get someone present? Why/Why not? In my opinion…. because…..
For example…

29. what are the things that interest teenagers? Fashion Games Social media technology Music Movies

30. what are the things that interest teenagers? Fashion Games Social media

31. what are the things that interest teenagers? technology Music Movies