Oral Practice Name :

English Conversation Course Level

Jl. Cilincing Bhakti III No. 8 Date :
Phone 4404946 Jakarta 14120 Beginner Speaking

Part One (Famous People)

Direction : Read the descriptive text carefully.
After you read the text, the examiner will give five possible questions
related to the text.

Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift is a multitalented singer-songwriter and global superstar who has captivated
audiences with her heartfelt lyrics and catchy melodies, solidifying herself as one of the most
influential artists in contemporary music. Taylor is also just received an honorary doctorate
degree from New York University after giving the commencement speech.
Taylor was born in December 13, 1989 in Pennsylvania. Her parents are Scott Kingsley
Swift and Andrea Gardner Swift. She has one brother named Austin Swift.
Swift began professional songwriting at 14. She signed with Big Machine Records in 2005
and became prominent as a country pop singer with the albums Taylor Swift (2006) and Fearless
(2008). Taylor loves to sing since childhood and she likes to sing while playing guitar. Her
appearance and performance are simple but charming. On concert, she usually uses a short
dress and carrying a guitar.
Taylor is beautiful. She is tall and her skin is white. Her eyes are blue. Her nose is sharp,
she has wavy and blonde hair.
Taylor has received a lot of awards such as Album of The Year for Fearless, Best Female
Country Vocal Performance, Best Country Song for White Horse. She also the Best Female Pop
Vocal Performance for “You Belong with Me”. In 2024 she made history when she won the
Grammy Award for album of the year for Midnights (2022), becoming the first artist to win in that
category four times.
The reason why I love Taylor Swift are Taylor is a multitalented singer and has a lot of
potential. Her song lyrics are outstanding. She is truly remarkable artist for me. Her fans like her
because she is friendly, humble and creative.

Questions:

1. How did she start her career? (paragraph 3)

2. What makes her become famous? (paragraph 1)
3. What are the achievements from Taylor Swift? (paragraph 5)
4. Tell me the reason why you like Taylor Swift? (paragraph 6)
5. Can you describe the physical appearance of Taylor Swift? (paragraph 4)
6. Could you tell me some of her famous song? Mention them! (paragraph 3)
7. How does she perform on the stage? (paragraph 3)
8. Based on your opinion, what are the characteristics of Taylor Swift? (paragraph 6)

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Part Two (Narrative Story)
Direction : Read the narrative text carefully
The examiner will give five possible questions related to the text.

The Legend of Telaga Warna

Long time ago, there was a kingdom in West Java. The kingdom was ruled by a king
named Prabu. He was a kind and wise king. But it was a pity that Prabu and his queen hadn't got
any children. The queen often cried. That was why Prabu went to the jungle. There he prayed to
God every day, begging for a child.
“Oh My God. You have given everything for me. But, until now you haven’t given me a
child. So, please show me and my wife your miracle.”
A few months later, the queen got pregnant. She was very happy. Nine months later, a
princess was born. Prabu and Queen loved their beautiful daughter so much. They gave
whatever she wanted. It made Princess turn into a very spoiled girl. One day, the princess
celebrated her 17th birthday party. Many people gathered in the palace. Then, Prabu took out a
necklace which was made from gold and jewel.
"My beloved daughter, today is your birthday. May God always bless you. So, I give you
this necklace. Please, wear this necklace," said Prabu. "I don't want to wear it! It's very ugly! Can
you give me anything except this necklace? I am pretty, it’s impossible for me to wear it, Dad."
shouted the princess.
Then she threw the necklace. The beautiful necklace was broken. The gold and jewels
were spread out on the floor. Everybody was very shocked. “Oh My God, I never think that our
princess will do that cruel thing.” Said a few of people. In their silence, people heard the queen
crying. Every woman felt sad and began crying too. Then, everybody was crying. Then, there
was a miracle. Earth was crying.
Suddenly, from the underground, a spring emerged. It made a pool of water. Soon, the
place became a big lake. The lake finally sank the kingdom.
Nowadays, people called the lake "Telaga Warna". It means "Lake of Color". On a bright
day, the lake is full of color. These colors come from shadows of forest, plants, flowers, and sky
around the lake. But some people said that the colors are from the princess's necklace, which
spreads at the bottom of the lake.

Questions:

1. Who are the main characters and their roles? (paragraph 1)

2. What is the major conflict or problem in the story? (paragraph 5)
3. What are some of the turning points -- events that determined the ending -- of the story?
(paragraph 6)
4. How does the title relate to the story? Does the title describe events in the story, a
character, the major problem or conflict in the story, or how the conflict or problem is
resolved?
5. Have you or someone you know acted like a main character?
6. What is the title of the text?
7. Where did the story take place? (paragraph 1)
8. What lesson can you learn from the story?

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Part 3 (Song)
Direction: The examinee will hear the song and analyze the song lyrics. Then, examiner
will give three possible questions related to the song.

A Whole New World

I can show you the world

Shining, shimmering, splendid
Tell me, princess, now when did A whole new world
You last let your heart decide? With new horizons to pursue
I'll chase them anywhere
I can open your eyes There's time to spare
Take you wonder by wonder Let me share this whole new world with you
Over, sideways and under
On a magic carpet ride A whole new world
(A whole new world)
A whole new world A new fantastic point of view
A new fantastic point of view No one to tell us "no"
No one to tell us "no" Or where to go
Or where to go Or say we're only dreaming
Or say we're only dreaming
A whole new world
A whole new world (Every turn, a surprise)
A dazzling place I never knew With new horizons to pursue
But when I'm way up here (Every moment, red-letter)
It's crystal clear I'll chase them anywhere
That now I'm in a whole new world with you There's time to spare
(Now I'm in a whole new world with you) Anywhere
There's time to spare
Unbelievable sights Let me share this whole new world with you
Indescribable feeling
Soaring, tumbling, freewheeling A whole new world
Through an endless diamond sky (A whole new world)
That's where we'll be
A whole new world (That's where we'll be)
(Don't you dare close your eyes) A thrilling chase
A hundred thousand things to see (A wondrous place)
(Hold your breath, it gets better) For you and me
I'm like a shooting star
I've come so far
I can't go back to where I used to be

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Questions:
1. What is your favorite lyric from the song?

2. What does the song tell you about?

3. What is the meaning of the lyrics according to you?

4. How is the feeling of the lyrics? Is it sad/happy/fun/etc.?

5. Do you know who the singer of the song is?

6. What makes the song famous?

7. Do you have any favorite song? Mention it.

8. Do you like this song? Tell the reason.

Part 4 (Future plan)

Directions: The examiner will give the examinee three possible questions about
future plan.

1. Where are you going to go for your next holiday? Why do you want to go there?
2. What movie or serial drama are you going to watch next?
3. What are you going to be when you grow up?
4. How are you going to achieve that ambition?
5. What are you going to do to improve your English?

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Part 5 (Describing Pictures)

Direction: The examinee describes the pictures at least ten sentences based on the
picture. The examiner could give some leading questions toward the
examinee to make the sentences more clearly.

Leading questions for the

picture
1. Where are the
people?
2. How is the weather?
3. Based on your
opinion, is it weekday
or weekend?
4. What are the people
doing?
5. What are she/he/they
wearing?

Leading questions for

the picture
1. Where are the
people?
2. How is the
weather?
3. Based on your
opinion, is it
weekday or
weekend?
4. What are the
people doing?
5. What are
she/he/they
wearing?

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SCORE RANGE

6 – Student is able to present some sentences but these are limited and not sufficiently
developed; there may be irrelevant detail. Uses a range of pronunciation features with
mixed control. Speaks at length, though may lose coherence at times due to occasional
repetition, self-correction or hesitation.

7 – Student is able to present relevant sentences but some may be inadequately developed
/ unclear. Speaks at length without noticeable effort or loss of coherence.

8 – Student is able to present, extend and support sentences , but there may be tendency
to over generalize and/or supporting sentences may lack focus. Uses a wide range of
pronunciation features and easy to understand. Speaks fluently with only occasional
repetition of self-correction.

9 – Student is able to present a well-developed response to the question with relevant,

extended and supported sentences. Uses a full range of pronunciation features with
precision and subtlety and effortless to understand. Speaks fluently with only rare repetition
or self-correction.

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