A Speaking Test
A Speaking Test
Scenario:
Student A is a representative of a UN organization focused on helping children who are not in school.
The organization provides meals for these children and helps their parents find jobs and financial
support so that the children can go to school. Student B is curious about the organization and wants
to know more about its work and objectives.
Instructions:
1. Student A will answer questions about the organization’s purpose, what they do, and how they help
children and families.
2. Student B will ask simple questions to learn more about the organization.
- Suggested Questions for Student B:
1. "What is the name of your organization?"
2. "What does your organization do for children who are not in school?"
3. "How does your organization help the parents of these children?"
4. "Why is it important for children to go to school?"
5. "How can a family get help from your organization?"
6. "Do you help children who live in poor areas?"
7. "What kind of food do you provide to the children?"
8. "How can your organization help parents find jobs?"
Suggested Answers for Student A:
1. "Our organization is called the 'United Nations Children's Fund' (UNICEF). We focus on helping
children who are not able to go to school."
2. "We provide free meals to children who are out of school so they can stay healthy and strong.
This helps them learn better when they go to school."
3. "We help parents by giving them money to support their families and find jobs so they can afford
to send their children to school."
4. "It’s very important because education gives children the skills they need for a better future. It
also helps them escape poverty."
5. "Parents can contact our local offices or apply online to get help. We work with local schools and
communities to reach families in need."
6. "Yes, we focus especially on helping children in poor areas where families don’t have enough
resources."
7. "We provide nutritious food like rice, beans, and vegetables to keep the children healthy and
ready to learn."
8. "We connect parents with job opportunities, and we offer training programs to help them find
better-paying work."
9. Teacher's Role:
Guide the students to use simple language and encourage them to ask follow-up questions
based on their partner's answers.
Ensure that both students take turns asking and answering questions.
Follow-up Activity:
After the role play, the teacher can ask the students to share what they learned about the
organization and discuss why it’s important for children to have access to education and food.
Language Focus:
Basic question forms: What, How, Why, Can.
Simple present tense: "We help", "It is important", "They provide."
Vocabulary: children, school, food, jobs, support, education, help.
This role play allows low-achieving students to practice speaking in a comfortable and supportive
environment while learning about an important global issue.
conversation for the role play between Student A (the UN representative) and Student B (the person
asking about the organization).
Sample Conversation:
Student B:
“Hello! I heard about your organization. Can you tell me what it’s called?”
Student A:
“Hi! Our organization is called the United Nations Children’s Fund, or UNICEF. We work to help
children who are not able to go to school.”
Student B:
“That sounds interesting. What does your organization do for children who are not in school?”
Student A:
“We provide free meals for these children to keep them healthy. When children have food, they can
focus better in school. We also help their families so they can send their children to school.”
Student B:
“Oh, I see. But how do you help the parents?”
Student A:
“We give parents money to help them with their basic needs, and we also help them find jobs. This
way, they can afford to send their children to school.”
Student B:
“Why is it so important for children to go to school?”
Student A:
“Education is very important because it helps children learn skills for a better future. It can also help
them escape poverty and get good jobs when they grow up.”
Student B:
“That’s a good point. How can a family get help from your organization?”
Student A:
“Families can contact us directly, or they can go to their local community center. We work with
schools and local groups to reach families who need help.”
Student B:
“Do you focus on helping children in poor areas?”
Student A:
“Yes, we especially help children in poor communities where families struggle to pay for education
and basic needs like food.”
Student B:
“That’s very important. What kind of food do you provide to the children?”
Student A:
“We give healthy food like rice, beans, and vegetables. It’s important for the children to have enough
nutrition to stay strong and learn well.”
Student B:
“That’s great! How do you help parents find jobs?”
Student A:
“We connect them to job opportunities and offer training programs. This way, they can find better
work and earn enough to support their families.”
Student B:
“Thank you for explaining! It’s wonderful that your organization is helping so many children and
families.”
Student A:
“You’re welcome! We are happy to help. Everyone deserves the chance to learn and have a better
future.”
This sample conversation uses simple language, and both students ask and answer questions clearly.
It helps low-achieving students practice basic English speaking skills in a real-world context while
learning about an important global issue.