Read, Then Speak

Praxis: Read a question and its subsections then click on the record button to answer.

Time: 30 seconds to 1:30 minute maximum.

TIPS:

This task is marked by an algorithm, so speak at an even pace and answer all of the questions.

Use a topic sentence to begin and then answer the sub-questions and give details/examples to each.

For example:

0:30 minimum

1:30 maximum

You must know Paragraphing – Topic sentence –‘organized response’ with Support sentences and examples/ detail. Try to speak at an even pace, not too fast or not too slow.

Read, then Speak is a task that asks the test-taker to respond in 30 to 90 seconds about a series of questions to be read on the page before them. The first thing to be read is the General Statement before a series of questions. The questions are simple ‘conversation points’ that allow you to extend your answer past the 30-second minimum limit.

• Remember, as it says in the Duolingo guide, “ just like with writing, vary your sentence structure and word choice as much as possible.”

This means that you should give an organized response when you speak as well! So, start with a topic sentence and allow the ‘questions to be the support sentences’, and then add examples. If you have time, add a concluding sentence.

For example, from the Duolingo website:

Talk about a hobby or activity that you enjoy doing.

• What is it?
• How long have you been doing it?
• Who do you do it with?
• Why is it important to you?

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