Speaking

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Speaking:

  • Approx. 15 minutes
  • Candidates should have a computer system (laptop or desktop) with working webcam and external microphone/headphones, along with a stable internet connection, to take this test. Candidates must not disconnect their webcam and microphone/headphones during the test.
  • The use of mobile phones and tablets is strictly prohibited.
  • To avoid software compatibility issues, candidates are not recommended to take the test outside Hong Kong.

 

 

The Speaking module is taken using a computer with a microphone and headphones. Questions are presented to the candidate through the computer screen and headphones, and their responses are recorded.

Linguaskill General Speaking and Linguaskill Business Speaking are assessed by using human examiners or market-leading auto-marking technology, known as hybrid marking. Speaking results will be released when ready and within 48 hours. Typically, 90% of results are available within 12 hours.

There are five parts to the Speaking module.

Length: 15 minutes (5 parts)

Part 1 (interview) The candidate answers eight questions about themselves (the first two questions are not marked).
Questions: 8
Marks in Part 1: 20% of the marks.
Part 2 (reading aloud) The candidate reads eight sentences aloud.
Questions: 8
Marks in Part 2: 20% of the marks.
Part 3 (long turn 1) The candidate is given a topic to talk about for one minute. 40 seconds are allowed for preparation.
Questions: 1
Marks in Part 3: 20% of the marks.
Part 4 (long turn 2) The candidate is given one or more graphics (for example a chart, diagram or information sheet) to talk about for one minute. One minute is allowed for preparation.
Questions: 1
Marks in Part 4: 20% of the marks.
Part 5
(communication activity)
The candidate gives their opinions in the form of short responses to five questions related to one topic. 40 seconds are allowed for preparation.
Questions: 5
Marks in Part 5: 20% of the marks.

Other Information

Exam Type

Linguaskill Business, Linguaskill General

Exam Date

2024.06.01 (SAT) 00:00am – 2024.06.17 (MON) 11:00pm, 2024.06.18 (TUE) 00:00am – 2024.06.30 (SUN) 11:00pm