MODULE 1 Main Tasks Task 1 Task 2 Task 3
Exam Spotlight: Speaking Test—Part 1 Business Topic: Ways of working Exam Spotlight: Speaking Test—Part 2 Task 1: Speaking Test-Part one I. Members of Speaking Test
? Examiner 1--- Interlocutor
asking questions and giving directions ? Examiner 2--- Assessor
assessing your spoken English
? Candidate 1:
making a speech or answering questions of Examiner 1 or Candidate 2
? Candidate 2:
making a speech or answering questions of Examiner 1 or Candidate 1
II. Format of Speaking Test-Part one
? Format: interview
--- Conversation between the examiner and two candidates
? Input: Examiner asks questions ? Time: 3 minutes
? Interaction focus: the examiner encourages the candidates to give information about themselves and to express personal opinions
III. Criteria of grading in Part one ? Manner
? Pronunciation ? Intonation
? Stress & Rhythm
? Vocabulary & Grammar
Note:
Make 1st impression Adapt to examiner’s tone Body language
IV. Sentence Development Criteria: 1. Brief but not simple 2. To the point
3. Suitable wording Example 1) I like reading a lot.
I like reading. My favorite book is “Gone with the wind” because I love the main character.
I have a wide range of hobbies among which I love reading the most. My favorite book is “Gone with the wind” by Margaret Mitchell, because I greatly admire the main character--- Scarlett, who was brave to love and hate. 2) I also enjoy travelling very much.
I love travelling very much because I see travelling as a good opportunity to meet new people, new food and new culture, which by all means broadens my view.
I spend most of my long holidays travelling to different places, because it offers me great opportunities to meet new people, taste new foods, learn new cultures, thus adding my life experiences. Lijiang, Jiuzaigou, and Xinjiang are the most impressive places for me so far, so I highly recommend them.
3）What kind of person do you think you are?
What are your strengths and weaknesses?
inactive, quiet, introvert , extrovert, trustworthy, thoughtful, helpful, gentle, slow, honest, hardworking, active, efficient, kind, generous, talkative, easygoing,, open, optimistic, pessimistic, easy to get along with, ready to help others, brave, devoting, passionate, bright, smart, cute, popular among friends, sweet, warm-hearted, sympathetic, willing to share, not self-centered, considerate, a social person, 4）Where are you from?
Can you say something about your hometown?
location, province, urban area, suburb, rural area, isolated places, small villages/towns/ downtown areas/ countryside, city, beautiful scenery, quiet, fresh air, green everywhere, friendly people, kind and helpful, skyscrapers, tall buildings, shopping malls, department stores, business district, entertainment, parks, transportation system, public facilities, convenient, noisy, busy, indifferent, modern, cold, alienated, climate, humid, dry, windy, freezing, extremely hot, 5）What’s your hobby?
What do you like to do in your spare time?
spare time, music, Pop/classical, sports, ball games, pc games, body exercises, movies (detective/horror/romantic /comedy /tragedy), books (science fiction / novel / essay / poems / poetry /fashion magazine / comic strips/ cartoons / autobiography), shopping, food, cooking, painting, singing, dancing, playing cards/poker/chess
V. Personal questions
Well, my name is ?, but you can call me ?, which is my English name. I’m from the city of … in GD Province, which is in the south of China. Actually, my hometown is famous for …, do you know that place?
Well, I’m a student studying International Business in … , which is one of the best polytechnic college in GD Province.
Generally speaking, I like my major a lot, but most specifically, my studies are full of challenging because there’re much business-related knowledge for me to learn. Frankly speaking, I’m not sure. But I used to dream to be a HR manager, because I suppose managing people is the most exciting and creative job.
Definitely, English is the international language and as my major is International Business, I’ll run the career by communicating with business partners all over the world.
I have been learning English for more than 10 years since I was in primary school.
VI. Business topics
1. Business in your hometown or country -- what kind of business / industry is popular in your hometown? -- what is the current situation of the industry?
a. IT industries / garment industry / sportswear industry, some of the brands are famous nationwide.
b. Catering is popular in my hometown. Many people are in the catering business. 2.the importance of English in business -- Do you think English will continue to be important for business in the future? Why? a. English is a common language used in international business communication
b. With globalization, English helps to obtain business opportunities, succeed in negotiation and entertain visitors.
3. The effect of technology on business -- Which technology has had the biggest effect on business in recent years? -- What effect will technology have on business development? IT/ E-commerce / business online
a. to help the transfer of business information b. to change the way business is conducted
c. IT is now widely used in business activities. The Internet is making it possible to do business online which is more speedy and cost-effective. 4. Present and future changes in working life
BEC 剑桥商务英语中级(第三版)讲义MODULE 1
