Year 4 English · Set 7 of 10

Speaking and listening

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Question 61Delivering a concise information bulletin · core

Prepare brief notes if useful, then deliver the text aloud to an adult or willing partner. Suggested durations are guides, not timed pass/fail limits. The adult checks organisation and the actual pace, phrasing, volume and expression; typed notes alone do not show oral performance. No recording is needed.

Invented forecast: morning cool/dry; possible afternoon rain. Plan: morning class walk unchanged; afternoon drawing indoors; teacher confirms final arrangements.

Use the fictional weather notes to deliver a 30–45 second school activity bulletin. Include morning conditions, the afternoon change and the activity plan. Make clear that you are practising with an invented forecast.

What to aim for
  • The forecast is clearly identified as fictional practice.
  • Both conditions and the linked activity changes are accurate.
  • Adult hears a steady pace with emphasis on the afternoon change.

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Question 62Giving clearly phrased directions · support

Prepare brief notes if useful, then deliver the text aloud to an adult or willing partner. Suggested durations are guides, not timed pass/fail limits. The adult checks organisation and the actual pace, phrasing, volume and expression; typed notes alone do not show oral performance. No recording is needed.

Explain an imaginary school route aloud in 30–45 seconds. Use a starting point, three clear landmarks and a destination. Pause after each direction so a listener can picture the route.

What to aim for
  • The route has a clear start, destination and at least three landmarks.
  • Direction words are specific enough to follow.
  • Adult observes useful pauses between steps; no real home address is needed.

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Question 63Delivering a practical demonstration talk · core

Prepare brief notes if useful, then deliver the text aloud to an adult or willing partner. Suggested durations are guides, not timed pass/fail limits. The adult checks organisation and the actual pace, phrasing, volume and expression; typed notes alone do not show oral performance. No recording is needed.

Give a 45-second demonstration talk explaining how to organise a pencil case. You may use an actual pencil case or imaginary materials. Introduce the goal, explain three steps and conclude with the benefit.

What to aim for
  • The goal, three steps and benefit are present.
  • Actions or gestures match the spoken explanation if props are used.
  • Adult hears clear action words and a manageable pace.

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Question 64Presenting survey evidence aloud · core

Prepare brief notes if useful, then deliver the text aloud to an adult or willing partner. Suggested durations are guides, not timed pass/fail limits. The adult checks organisation and the actual pace, phrasing, volume and expression; typed notes alone do not show oral performance. No recording is needed.

Class survey, one vote each: local animals 9; inventions 7; transport 4.

Present the class survey results in a 30–45 second talk. State the survey question, compare the choices accurately and give a conclusion limited to this class.

What to aim for
  • The totals and comparison are accurate.
  • The conclusion is limited to the surveyed group.
  • Adult hears numbers clearly and pauses between categories.

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Question 65Presenting an argument with a qualification · extension

Prepare brief notes if useful, then deliver the text aloud to an adult or willing partner. Suggested durations are guides, not timed pass/fail limits. The adult checks organisation and the actual pace, phrasing, volume and expression; typed notes alone do not show oral performance. No recording is needed.

Give a 45–60 second argument for or against changing a class job roster every week. State your view, give two reasons, acknowledge a concern and finish with a practical suggestion.

What to aim for
  • A clear position has two distinct supporting reasons.
  • The concern is acknowledged fairly.
  • Adult hears an organised argument with purposeful emphasis on its conclusion.

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Question 66Speaking from a brief plan · core

Prepare brief notes if useful, then deliver the text aloud to an adult or willing partner. Suggested durations are guides, not timed pass/fail limits. The adult checks organisation and the actual pace, phrasing, volume and expression; typed notes alone do not show oral performance. No recording is needed.

Prepare a 45-second explanation of how a favourite safe hobby works. Use only five cue words as notes. Include what someone needs, the basic process and why you enjoy it. Show the cue words after speaking.

What to aim for
  • The talk includes materials, process and personal interest.
  • Only brief cue words are used as the speaking notes.
  • Adult hears connected sentences and a clear voice rather than a list of isolated words.

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Question 67Delivering a specific thank-you speech · core

Prepare brief notes if useful, then deliver the text aloud to an adult or willing partner. Suggested durations are guides, not timed pass/fail limits. The adult checks organisation and the actual pace, phrasing, volume and expression; typed notes alone do not show oral performance. No recording is needed.

Deliver a 30–45 second thank-you speech after a fictional class working bee. Mention two specific contributions and explain the result. Use a warm but respectful tone.

What to aim for
  • Two concrete contributions are named.
  • The speech explains a useful result.
  • Adult hears warm expression, clear volume and an appropriate closing.

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Question 68Responding to a proposal with an example · core

Prepare brief notes if useful, then deliver the text aloud to an adult or willing partner. Suggested durations are guides, not timed pass/fail limits. The adult checks organisation and the actual pace, phrasing, volume and expression; typed notes alone do not show oral performance. No recording is needed.

Deliver a 45-second response to a proposal to remove all pictures from class instructions. You may agree, disagree or suggest a change. Include an example and acknowledge a possible reason for the proposal.

What to aim for
  • The position is clear and supported by a concrete example.
  • A plausible opposing concern is treated respectfully.
  • Adult hears a clear recommendation at the end.

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Question 69Delivering a structured reflection · core

Prepare brief notes if useful, then deliver the text aloud to an adult or willing partner. Suggested durations are guides, not timed pass/fail limits. The adult checks organisation and the actual pace, phrasing, volume and expression; typed notes alone do not show oral performance. No recording is needed.

Give a one-minute reflection on a group activity, real or imagined. Explain the goal, one useful contribution from someone else, a difficulty and what you would change next time.

What to aim for
  • All four requested elements are included.
  • Another person's contribution is specifically acknowledged.
  • Adult hears clear transitions between description, difficulty and learning.

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Question 70Shaping a spoken story with voice · core

Prepare brief notes if useful, then deliver the text aloud to an adult or willing partner. Suggested durations are guides, not timed pass/fail limits. The adult checks organisation and the actual pace, phrasing, volume and expression; typed notes alone do not show oral performance. No recording is needed.

Tell a 45–60 second original story beginning 'The sign had changed overnight.' Include a problem and a solution. Plan where your voice will speed up, slow down or pause, and explain one choice afterwards.

What to aim for
  • The story includes connected events and a resolution.
  • Adult hears at least one deliberate vocal change.
  • The learner explains how that choice helps listeners follow or feel the story.

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