NOTE: You only get one chance to excel - There is no resit (niet herkansbaar)
Oral exams take place between in period 4 (to be scheduled)
Your oral exam will take place during the English Lesson (1-3 per lesson)
You are expected to bring study materials with you to class and stay in the classroom studying/you will be given work to complete.
Your oral exam will be based on a book that you read (see list)
You are expected to speak for a minimum of 10 minutes about the book
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Suggested structure and tips for preparation
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Introduction (1-2 minutes):
For a 10-minute oral exam:
Introduce the book title and author
Briefly summarize the genre, setting, themes, location, characters etc.
Mention why you chose this book to read
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Summary of Main Points (3-4 minutes):
Describe the main storyline(s). If more than one storyline present them all separately and then how they are related
Identify the main points the author is making e.g. social injustice etc.
How do you know this? Include any supporting evidence, such as quotes, or examples.
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Analysis and Personal Opinion (2-3 minutes):
Offer your analysis or perspective on the book.
Highlight any aspects that you find particularly interesting, surprising, or controversial.
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Conclusion (1 minute):
Summarize your main points.
End with a final thought or question that you reflect on/answer.
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Preparation and Practice
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Practice Tips
Grammar and Vocabulary: Practice using varied vocabulary related to the book. Focus on proper grammar structures, especially with complex sentences.
Pronunciation and Fluency: Practice reading aloud to ensure clarity and fluency. Record yourself and listen to improve pronunciation and pacing.
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How are you scored
Speaks for minimum 10 minutes about the book and....
Vocabulary (10%): common and low level vs extraordinary and high level vocab
Grammar (10%): few vs many errors
Fluency (10%): speaks slowly and unconfidently vs moderate rate and confidently
Pronunciation (10%): words often mispronounced vs few mispronunciations
Listening (10%): Misunderstands prompts/questions vs understands and responds appropriately
Book content (50%): Structures content well (intro, body conclusion). Understands and interestingly relates this content. Uses the book as a resource - not to read from. Has an opinion and can relate/reflect on this. All content related during oral exam is correct.
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You have not read the book
Note your teacher has read all the books on this list, and you will be asked specific questions. If your teacher has the impression that you have not read the book, you will score a 3.
Lesson duration is: 45 min
