Speaking test:

Pair work
Instructions:
• Write a dialogue for the two scenarios which are on the following slides.
• Your dialogues must include the assigned language structures (the use of
indirect questions and wishes) as well as a wide range of vocabulary
and expressions.
• On the test date, your instructor will assign you one scenario. After you
receive the scenario, you have one minute for preparation.
• Your conversation should last at least 1.30 – 2.00 minutes.
 Person A: a university student who wants to be a gym member
Scenario 1 Person B: a fitness manager

Person A needs the following Person B needs the following

information: information:

• Opening and closing times • The customer’s name

• Types of classes
• Facilities and services, ex. personal
trainers, lockers etc.
Person A has a limited budget.
• The customer’s address (to choose the
closest gym for the customer)
• The customer’s exercise habits and
preferences
• The customer’s timetable

Person B has a variety of offers for

customers:
• One-week free trial period
• 30% discount for annual plans
 One-week trial period

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 Person A: a tourist who wants to travel to the Philippines
Scenario 2 Person B: a travel agent
Person A needs the following information:
• Types of packages and prices
• Details about accommodation, such as
hotel rooms, hotel facilities
• Interesting activities in each package
Person A is looking for the best deal.
Person B needs the following information:
• The customer’s name
• The customer’s budget
• Special requirements, such as food
allergies and health conditions
Person B has a variety of offers for
students:
• No cancellation fees
• 10% discount for a group of four people
 Type of package Package details
Price
LEGAZPI CITY TOUR ▪ Pick up and Drop off in Legazpi City - RTT 550
(One-day tour) ▪ Legazpi City Tour (6-7 Destinations : Legazpi Boulevard/ Daraga Church/ Sumlang
Lake/ Cagsawa Ruins/ Lignon Hill & Adv. Park/ Japanese Tunnel/ Pasalubong
Center/ ATV Adventure Site)
▪ Local Guide Fees
▪ Environmental Fees
▪ All Entrance Fees
CAGRARAY ECO TOUR ▪ Pick up and Drop off in Legazpi City – RTT 875
(One-day tour) ▪ Cagraray Eco-Energy Park (4 Destinations: Amphitheater/ Stellar Mariz Chapel/
The Hanging Bridge and Cagraray Adventure)
▪ Local Guide Fees
▪ Environmental Fees
▪ Parking Fees
▪ All Entrance Fees
CARAMOAN ISLANDS ▪ All Transportation Services from Pick up to Drop off Clifftower
▪ 3 Meals [Buffet Style] (Seafood-Bicoldish-Meat) Apartelle
(2 DAYS & 1 NIGHT) ▪ One-day Island Hopping Tour (maximum of 5 islands) (BUDGET TYPE)
▪ Tour Guide Assistance (2 Days) Periking Resort
▪ Terminal Fees (beachfront)
▪ Environmental Fees
▪ Island Entrance Fees El Nido Garden
Resort
Clifftower Apartelle
(BUDGET TYPE) – PHP Periking El Nido Garden Resort– PHP
3,800/PERSON Resort (beachfront) – PHP 9,200.00/PERSON
Daily Breakfast 6,000.00/PERSON Daily Breakfast
Air-conditioned room Daily Breakfast Beachfront/with swimming
Air-conditioned room pool
Fitness Spa and sauna
Fitness
Grammar
on business?
Expressing preference
The most common phrases to express preferences in English are as follows:
• “I tend to prefer -ing… to -ing… ” or “I tend to prefer X to Y”
e.g. I tend to prefer learning English to learning Spanish.
• I’m (rather) more interested in X than Y
e.g. X= politics, Y= music, She is more interested in politics than music.
• I much prefer -ing… to … -ing
e.g. I much prefer singing to playing.
• -ing … appeals to me more than … – ing
e.g. Eating sandwiches appeals to me more than making them
• I like X better than Y, or I like -ing better than -ing
e.g. I like chocolate better than biscuits. or I like painting better than drawing.
• I prefer X to Y
e.g. I prefer Simon to George.
• I prefer to do something rather than do something
e.g. I prefer to go skiing rather than go on a beach holiday.
Example
 Person A: a university student who wants to reserve a room in the
dormitory
Person B: a dormitory manager
Person A needs the following information:
• Types of accommodation available
• Facilities and services, ex. common room,
Wi-Fi, parking etc.
• Registration and cancellation policies
Person A is looking for the best deal.
Person B needs the following information:
• The student’s name
• The student’s budget (to choose a room
closest to the student’s budget)
• Special requirements of the student
• Services required by the student, ex.
bank, internet café, canteen,
convenience store etc.
Person B has a variety of offers for
students:
• Free Internet for students
• 30% discount for annual payment
 CONVENIENTLY LOCATED
Within walking distance of major grocery
stores, shopping, and dining & entertainment
in a safe environment. Easy access to
convenience stores and 5 minutes to
Downtown Peoria. Next to to green space plus
walking & bike trails. Close to public
transportation.

Registration and Cancellation policies:

Students must submit a non-refundable $500 housing deposit that will be deducted from the first semester’s housing costs.
Students who cancel their housing application will be subject to a $500 cancellation fee. All students living in housing are required
to read and agree to the handbook.
 FEES - HOW TO PAY
Monthly
Accommodation Facilities and
Rate Offer
Type services

A private rented
house with three 15,000 baht 30% discount
bedrooms
A rented
10,000 baht 30% discount
apartment
The university
2,500 baht
dormitory
Example
• A: Good morning. Is this the Student Affairs office?
• B: Yes, this is the office of Student Affairs. My name is Clara. I’m a
resident advisor. How can I help you?
• A: I’m a new student. I’m now looking for a place to live.
• B: To begin with, can you tell me what your name is? (The student’s
name)
• A: My name is Somjit Rakkarnrean.
• B: Nice to meet you Somjit.
Example
A: I would like to know how many types of accommodation there are.
(Types of accommodation)
B: There is a variety of choices, such as private rented houses, a rented
apartment, and the university dormitory. I’d like to know what your
budget is. (The student’s budget)
A: My budget will be between 4,000 and 7,500 baht per month. I was
wondering if each choice has different facilities and services. (Facilities
and services)
B: Well, all choices provide parking, Wi-Fi, and a common room.
 Example
A: Gym facilities appeal to me more than a common room. (Expressions of
preference) I wish all options could provide a gym. (Use of wishes)
B: I am sorry. Only the apartment provides a gym, while the university
dormitory has a computer room with 10 computers. The cheapest option is
the university dorm but you will need to stay with other students.
A: Are there any special registration or cancellation policies? (Registration
and cancellation)
B: There is a non-refundable $500 deposit and a $500 cancellation fee. Also, I
was wondering if you have any special requirements. (Special requirements)
For example, some medical students finish their labs and studies quite late,
so they much prefer staying with the students from the same faculty to being
with friends from other faculties . (Expressions of preference)
A: I will let you know about any special requirements later.
Example
B: Are there any specific public services that you will require while
staying here? (Services required)
A: Well a bank, post office or internet café would be useful.
B: Unfortunately, the services you are looking for aren’t near the dorm.
There is a university canteen only. Oh, there is a convenience store as
well. For your information, private rented houses and the rented
apartment offer 30% discount for annual payment.
A: I will talk with my parents and get back to you soon. Thank you for
your assistance.
Speaking Test Rubric :
Pair Work (10 Marks)
2 points 1 point 0 point
Language Structure Meet 2 requirements Meet 1 requirement Do not meet any of
1. Indirect questions the requirements
2. Wish
Accuracy (Grammatical mistakes) 0-3 mistakes 4-7 mistakes More than 7 mistakes

Vocabulary Meet 2 requirements Meet 1 requirement Do not meet any of

1. Use a wide range of nouns related the requirements
to the gym/accommodation (at least
5 words)
2. Use expressions of preference (at
least 2 expressions)
Speaking Test Rubric :
Pair Work (10 Marks)
2 points 1 point 0 point
Fluency Meet 2 requirements Meet 1 requirement Do not meet any of
1. The speakers deliver speech without the requirements
unnecessary pauses.
2. Speech is clear with appropriate vocal
variety, pronunciation, and articulation.

Delivery Meet 2 requirements Meet 1 requirement Do not meet any of

1. The dialogue captures and maintains the requirements
audience interest.
2. The speakers use non-verbal
communication, e.g. eye contact and
posture.