ORAL - Information-based

There are three different types of ORAL Stimulus Conversation Picture :

2) Information-based

Information-based picture requires the student to make a choice too. However there are only two choices.

1) I would like to join this event

2) I would not like to join this event

The main crucial part of information-based is to make full use of the information provided in the poster. Remember, when you answer, you should refer and link to the information given.

What are some information to look out for ?

- When is the event ?

- Where is the event ?

- How much must I pay ?

- How to get there

With these information in mind, do use keywords related to these 4 points when answering to your teacher's question.

Keywords linking to information

When :

- Moreover, this timing is when I am available

- I will not go for the event as I am not available on that day due to my hectic schedule.

Where:

- Furthermore, it is only a stone's throw away from my place

- Furthermore, it is a distance away from my place.

How much must I pay:

- The entrance fees, to me, is certainly affordable.

- The entrance fees is out of my budget range.

How to get there:

- There are many direct buses from my place. It is pretty accessible for me.

- To get there, I have to change a few buses. It is not convenient for me.

How should I answer the teacher's question if I want to score A ?

Clearly, you have to answer in complete sentence, good pronunciation of words and provide content which demonstrate your maturity in thinking and reasoning.

There are FOUR golden rules

1) Answer with your choice

After much scrutinising of the poster, I would ___________________

2) Support your choice with at least 2 reasons

*Use the information and keywords provided.

4) Provide Personal Examples

There was once, ___________________________________________.

5) Conclusion

It is crucial for you to provide a good conclusion as it will enable the examiners to

know that you are done with your reasoning and it is time for the next questions.

Should you miss out the conclusion, you may be seen as having an abrupt ending and

the teaching will not know if you have concluded your talk or if you have trouble