1119/3

SPEAKING
TIPS & QUESTIONS
Compiled & Prepared by Ms Amyra Allysha
The speaking test is taken by all Form 5 students
and constitutes 25% on their overall grade.
The test is paired format - 2 candidates take the
test together.
The duration of the test is approximately 13
minutes.

Individual Response

Phase 1 (General

3 Questions)
Phase 2 (Background &

parts Daily routine)

Individual Long Turn

Discussion
Part 1 (Individual Response) – Phase 1 (General Questions) 3 – 4 mins

QUESTIONS ON YOUR BACKGROUND / BIODATA

QUESTIONS RESPONSES
Good morning/afternoon/evening. Good morning/afternoon/evening,
teacher/sir/ ma’am/teacher.
What’s your name? My name is… and you can call me..
I am… and you can call me…
Where do you live? I live at…
Where do you come from? I come from..
Where are you from?
How do you come to school? I come to school by..
Do you come to school by…?
How old are you? I’m ….

Part 1 (Individual Response) – Phase 2 (Daily Routine)

• Candidates answer individual everyday questions – background & daily routine.

QUESTIONS ON YOUR DAILY ROUTINE – THINGS THAT YOU ALWAYS DO

QUESTIONS
What do you normally do after you wake up?
How do you spend your leisure time/free
time?/What do you usually do on weekends?
What is the best activity you can do with
friends?
Do you have a special skill?
What is your favourite food?
How often do you eat your favourite food?
What is your favourite teacher’s name?
What do you like about him/her (your
teacher)?
RESPONSES
After I waking up, I always/normally… (wash
my face/check my phone/drink water)
During my leisure time/free time, I always..
The best activity I can do with friends is..
(playing online games because…)
Yes, I do. My special skill is…
My favourite food is…
I usually eat my favourite food at least
(twice/thrice a week).
My favourite teacher’s name is…
I like him/her because of.. (his/her passion in
teaching. He/She makes it easier for me to
understand the lesson in a short period of
time).
Part 2 (Individual Long-turn) 3 – 4 mins

• Individual long turn with a listening candidate response question.

• Candidate A talk about the topic, Candidate B listens then answer HOTS question.
• After that, Candidate B will talk about another topic, Candidate A listens then answer
HOTS question.
• You only have 20 seconds to prepare – no writing down notes allowed!
• Cannot bring any paper
• Organise your points properly – follow the points given.

HELPFUL TIPS FOR PART 2

• Look at the sentence used – past tense or present tense?

• Must talk about ALL the points – follow the sequence
• For a point that use ‘why?’, you must use because to provide reason(s)
Example: If you enjoyed yourself (why/why not?)
Repeat the sentence and use I / my / myself
I enjoyed myself because . . .
• Better to use sequence connectors/cohesive devices
- First,
- After that, / Moreover, / Then, / Next,
- Lastly / Finally,
• End your talking with That’s all, teacher. Thank you.
Your dream job
Talk about your dream job.

You should say:

• The name of the job
• The skills you need for the job
• If you prefer to work in a small company (why/why not?)
• If you prefer working in a team (why/why not)

Your favourite device

Talk about your favourite device.

You should say:

• What the device is
• What you can do with the device
• How the device helps you in your life
• If you would be able to go without it for a week (why/why not?)

Your future plans

Talk about your future plans.

You should say:

• What your plans are after the SPM
• Reasons for your plans
• Who inspires you to have such plans
• What you will have to do to fulfil your plans

Your favourite music

Talk about your favourite music.

You should say:

• The type of music that you like
• The origin of the music
• Why you like that particular type of music
• Why music is important to you

Your favourite part of the day

Talk about your favourite part of the day.

You should say:

• Which part of the day you enjoy (morning/afternoon/evening/night)
• Why you like this part of the day
• What you do at this time
• If you think it is important for people to take a break during their favourite part of
the day (why/why not)
Your biggest fear
Talk about your biggest fear.

You should say:

• What you consider to be your biggest fear
• Why you feel that way
• Why you can do to overcome your fear
• If you think it is important for people to face their fears (why/why not?)

A family celebration
Talk about a family celebration you had recently.

You should say:

• What the event was
• What you did there
• If you enjoyed yourself (why/why not?)
• Why family celebrations are important in Malaysia

A person you admire

Talk about a person you admire.

You should say:

• Who this person is
• What this person looks like
• Why you admire this person
• If you think it is important for people to have good role models (why/why not?)

Technology in education
Talk about the use of technology in education in recent times.

You should say:

• What technology is used
• How the technology improves learning
• What the drawbacks of the technology are
• If the technology is suitable for all students (why/why not?)

Environmental pollution
Talk about one type of environmental pollution.

You should say:

• What causes this environmental pollution
• What effects this environmental pollution has
• Who should be held responsible
• If current efforts to solve the pollution are working (why/why not?)
Shopping
Talk about your shopping experience.

You should say:

• Where you normally shop
• Who you shop with
• If you enjoy it (why/why not?)
• Why shopping is a popular activity

Your favourite movie

Talk about your favourite movie

You should say:

• What title of the movie is
• What you like about the movie
• The lessons found in the movie
• Why movies are important to society

A memorable book
Talk about a memorable book you read

You should say:

• What the title is
• What is it about
• How you felt when you read it
• If you would recommend others to read it (why/why not)

Best birthday present

Talk about the best birthday present you ever received

You should say:

• What the present was
• Why it was special
• Who gave you the present
• If you like to receive a present (why/why not)

A best friend
Talk about your best friend

You should say:

• What your best friend looks like
• How you met
• What you have in common
• What activities you do together
 Part 2 (Individual Long-Turn): Sample (Candidate A)

Talk about a family holiday you had recently.

• Where you went

First, I went to…

- Genting Highlands. It’s located in Pahang.

• What you did there

After that, my siblings/family and I (did). . . . . .

- rode gondola at Awana SkyWay to go to Genting SkyWorlds.

- We had the best moments there as we got to see breath-taking view on the top
of the hills while enjoying cold breeze.

• If you enjoyed yourself (why / why not?)

Then, I also enjoyed myself because . . . . . . . . . . . (You can give 2 reasons if you
want)

- I finally got to release my stress due to online learning for almost a year.
- Besides, I had the chance to experience snowfall at Genting Winter Wonderland
although it’s just man-made snow.

• Why family holidays are important

Lastly, I think that/ In my opinion, family holidays are important because . . . . . . . . . .
. . . (You can give 2 reasons if you want)

- we were able to strengthen the bond with my family members especially my

parents who were always busy with their work.
- Moreover, we get to explore new attractions and places in this country.
That’s all from me. Thank you.

After Candidate A has finished, Candidate B has to answer a few questions related to
Candidate A’s topic.
Interlocutor: What was the last holiday you had? Did you have a good time? Why?
Candidate B:

The last celebration I had was during my . . . .

I had a good time because . . . . . . . (give a reason)
Part 3 (Discussion) 4 – 5 mins

✓ You must be able to talk about the topic assigned with your partner.
✓ You must listen attentively to your partner’s ideas so that you can keep the turn – taking in the
conversation going by adding more ideas to what has been said by your partner.
✓ You must use all the information given to keep the conversation alive and ongoing.

Interlocutor: Now, I’d like you to talk about something together for about three minutes. The task will
have two parts. In the first part, you will discuss something with each other for about two minutes.
Then, in the second part, you will have another minute to make a decision together. All right? Let’s
begin with the discussion task.

It is important to manage your stress well. Here are some ways for students to manage their stress and a
question for you to discuss. First, you have some time to look at the task.

exercise

talk about
the problem
take a break

What are the

ways for
students to
manage
stress?

get enough
have a hobby
sleep

mindfulness
activity

Interlocutor: Now, talk to each other about ways for students to manage their stress.
 PART 3
DISCUSSION (PAIRS)

A Hello, ____________________________ ✔ Greet your friend

B Hi, _______________________________ ✔ Greet your friend

Let’s talk about ________________________________ . ✔ State the topic

A ✔ Give some
* Use the question from the bubble map background context

I think ________________________________ is a good idea ✔ Give opinion

✔ Give reason
B because _________________________________________
✔ Ask if your friend
Do you agree (with me)? agrees

I agree. / I don’t really agree. ✔ Agree/Disagree

✔ Give opinion
Well, I think _____________________________ is a better idea
A ✔ Give reason
because ________________________________________ ✔ Ask if your friend
Do you think so, too? agrees

I think you are right. / I’m afraid I don’t agree. ✔ Agree/Disagree

Well, I think _____________________________ is a better idea ✔ Give opinion
B ✔ Give reason
because ________________________________________ ✔ Ask if your friend
Would you agree with that? agrees

Yes, I totally agree with you. / I don’t think that is a very ✔ Agree/Disagree
good idea.
✔ Give opinion
A It would be better if you ______________________________ ✔ Give reason
because ________________________________________ ✔ Ask if your friend
agrees
How do you think?

I think both of us agree that ____________________________ ✔ Conclude with a

B is the best idea because _____________________________ choice
Do you agree? ✔ Conclude the reason

Yes, I agree with you.

A ✔ Agree with the choice
_________________________ is the best choice.
 PART 3
DISCUSSION (PAIRS)

Steps Useful Expressions

Hi! / Hello, (name of partner)!
1 Greet your partner
Good morning, (name of partner)!
Let’s talk / discuss about (topic).
Let’s begin / start by looking at (topic).
Let’s move on to (topic).
State the topics /
2 Today, we are going to talk about (topic).
Open discussions
How do you think about (topic)?
Shall we start with this (topic)?
To begin with, shall we talk about (topic) now?
My opinion is …
If I were him, I would …
For me, I think that …
To be honest, I’d …
About (topic), I think …
We should (also) …
3 Give opinion + reasons
Perhaps we should … then we …
It is great if we can …
It is a good idea that we …
I really think it’s best to … because …
I think … is a good idea because …
I think it would be better to … because …
How about you?
What / How do you think about … ?
What is your opinion about … ?
So, what do you do to… ?
4 Ask if your partner agrees
Do you think it is important to … ?
Would you agree that … ?
Do you agree (with me)?
Do you think so, too?
I agree.
Yes, I totally/quite agree with you.
AGREE I think you’re quite/absolutely right.
Yes, I think … would be a good idea because …
Actually, I think you are right …
Yes, that’s a good point, I hadn’t thought of that.
5 Agree/Disagree Actually, I don’t really agree.
I’m afraid I don’t agree.
I don’t think that is a very good idea because …
DISAGREE
Well, I don’t think you should …
Are you sure about that?
Do you really think that … ?
I’m sure … is better because …
So, we agree that …
Right, let’s make a decision …
Conclusion / Decision
I think we will choose …
related to topic
6 Do we think that the best one is …
(Choose from the options
In the end we think … because …
that have been discussed)
So, to sum up, the best choice is …
So, do we agree that … is the best option?
 SIJIL PELAJARAN MALAYSIA (SINCE 2021)
BAHASA INGGERIS (1119)
KERTAS 3 (1119/3) – SPEAKING TEST
FORM 4 MODULES – SET 1

PART 2
A Means of Communication A Social Networking Site
[Full Blast! Plus 4, Module 1a] [Full Blast! Plus 4, Module 1a]
Talk about a way you usually communicate with your friends. Talk about a social networking site you prefer.
You should say: You should say:
 what the means of communication is  what the social networking site is
 why you prefer it  what you use the social networking site for
 if you can live without it for a day (why / why not)  if it is suitable for all ages (why / why not)
 why we need to always keep in touch  why social networking sites should be used carefully

PART 3
[Full Blast! Plus 4, Module 1a & 4b]

enhance
teamwork
skills

improve
develop
self-
social skills
confidence
Benefits
of team
activities
receive learn
social problem-
support solving

share
different
opinions
 SIJIL PELAJARAN MALAYSIA (SINCE 2021)
BAHASA INGGERIS (1119)
KERTAS 3 (1119/3) – SPEAKING TEST
FORM 4 MODULES – SET 2

PART 2
A Leisure Activity A Music Genre
[Full Blast! Plus 4, Module 1a] [Full Blast! Plus 4, Module 1a & 4b]
Talk about a leisure activity you love/do. Talk about a music genre you like.
You should say: You should say:
 what the leisure activity is  what the music genre is
 what you do  why you like it
 if it is popular with people your age  which singer performs the best in this music genre (why)
 why leisure activities are important  why music is important in our lives

PART 3
[Full Blast! Plus 4, Module 1b]

portable

fewer
convenient
cables

Why do
people
prefer
laptop?
doesn't
take up light
room

small
 SIJIL PELAJARAN MALAYSIA (SINCE 2021)
BAHASA INGGERIS (1119)
KERTAS 3 (1119/3) – SPEAKING TEST
FORM 4 MODULES – SET 3

PART 2
An Extreme Activity A Charity Activity
[Full Blast! Plus 4, Module 2a] [Full Blast! Plus 4, Module 2a]
Talk about an extreme activity you would like to try. Talk about a charity activity you would like to organise.
You should say: You should say:
 what the extreme activity is  what the charity activity is
 what you do  what programmes you have
 if it is dangerous/exciting/scary (why /why not)  who this charity activity is for (why)
 why we should take risks sometimes  why it is important to encourage young people to raise
money for charities

PART 3
[Full Blast! Plus 4, Module 1b]

online
games

extreme electronic
sports gadgets
Things
that
interest
teenagers

fashion music

books
 SIJIL PELAJARAN MALAYSIA (SINCE 2021)
BAHASA INGGERIS (1119)
KERTAS 3 (1119/3) – SPEAKING TEST
FORM 4 MODULES – SET 4

PART 2
A Film A Profession
[Full Blast! Plus 4, Module 2a] [Full Blast! Plus 4, Module 2a & 3b]
Talk about a film you like. Talk about a profession you would like to take up.
You should say: You should say:
 what the film is  what the profession is
 what the film is about  what you do in this profession
 how this film make you feel (why)  if this profession is important for the society
 why making good films is important  what characteristics you need for this profession / how
you can achieve your dream profession

PART 3
[Full Blast! Plus 4, Module 1b]

larger
memory

difficult to
cheaper
steal

Why do
people prefer
desktop
computer?

electricity easier to
powered repair
bigger
keyboard
and
screen
 SIJIL PELAJARAN MALAYSIA (SINCE 2021)
BAHASA INGGERIS (1119)
KERTAS 3 (1119/3) – SPEAKING TEST
FORM 4 MODULES – SET 5

PART 2
A Person You Admire A Common Crime in Your City
[Full Blast! Plus 4, Module 2a] [Full Blast! Plus 4, Module 2b]
Talk about a person you admire. Talk about the most common crime in your city.
You should say: You should say:
 who this person is  what the crime is
 what this person looks like  who the common victims are
 why you admire this person  why such crime happens
 if you think it is important for people to have good role  if it is a good idea for the public to try to stop a criminal
models (why / why not) (why / why not)

PART 3
[Full Blast! Plus 4, Module 2a]

books

medicine clothes

Useful
things for
charity

shelter money

food
 SIJIL PELAJARAN MALAYSIA (SINCE 2021)
BAHASA INGGERIS (1119)
KERTAS 3 (1119/3) – SPEAKING TEST
FORM 4 MODULES – SET 6

PART 2
An Accident A Place to Shop
[Full Blast! Plus 4, Module 2b] [Full Blast! Plus 4, Module 3a]
Talk about an accident you had read / heard / witnessed Talk about your place to shop.
/encountered before. You should say:
You should say:  what the place is
 what the accident was  what you buy
 what the cause of the accident was  why you choose to shop there
 how you felt about it  if it is important to choose the right place to shop (why /
 if accidents can be prevented (why / why not) why not)

PART 3
[Full Blast! Plus 4, Module 3a]

no crowds

follow the time-

trend saving

Why do
people
shop
online?
wide better
variety prices

convenient
 SIJIL PELAJARAN MALAYSIA (SINCE 2021)
BAHASA INGGERIS (1119)
KERTAS 3 (1119/3) – SPEAKING TEST
FORM 4 MODULES – SET 7

PART 2
An Unforgettable Shopping Experience My Ideal Job
[Full Blast! Plus 4, Module 3a] [Full Blast! Plus 4, Module 3b]
Talk about an unforgettable shopping experience you had. Talk about your ideal job.
You should say: You should say:
 what the unforgettable shopping experience is  what the ideal job is
 what you do  what you do
 if it you enjoyed yourself (why/why not?)  why you choose this job
 why choosing the right place to shop is important  if we should be choosy in deciding the job available for
us (why / why not)

PART 3
[Full Blast! Plus 4, Module 3a]

stick to
strict
budget

keep
buy after
credit card
30 days
at home
Good
shopping
habits
use a
wait for
budgeting
sales
app
go to
second
hand
stores
 SIJIL PELAJARAN MALAYSIA (SINCE 2021)
BAHASA INGGERIS (1119)
KERTAS 3 (1119/3) – SPEAKING TEST
FORM 4 MODULES – SET 8

PART 2
A Part-time Job A Careless Mistake
[Full Blast! Plus 4, Module 3b] [Full Blast! Plus 4, Module 4b]
Talk about a part-time job you would like to try. Talk about a careless mistake you ever made.
You should say: You should say:
 what the part-time job is  what the mistake is
 what you do  what happened
 why you choose it  if it changes your life
 if working experience is important (why / why not)  why making mistakes is important in life

PART 3
[Full Blast! Plus 4, Module 3b]

gigantic
sales signs

extra-large
carts or
freebies
shopping
bags
Ways
retailers
make buyers
shop more

maze-like
limited
store
time offers
layouts

mood-
calming
music
 SIJIL PELAJARAN MALAYSIA (SINCE 2021)
BAHASA INGGERIS (1119)
KERTAS 3 (1119/3) – SPEAKING TEST
FORM 4 MODULES – SET 9

PART 2
An Unused Item An Overspending
[Full Blast! Plus 4, Module 3a] [Full Blast! Plus 4, Module 3b]
Talk about an item you bought but unused. Talk about a time when you overspent money.
You should say: You should say:
 what the item is/was  when the time was
 why you bought it  what happened
 what you do/did with it  how you felt about it
 if impulsive purchase brings more harm than good (why /  if overspending should be avoided (why / why not)
why not)

PART 3
[Full Blast! Plus 4, Module 3b]

interests /
passion

experiences skills

Things to
consider
when
choosing a
career

financial attitude to
goals work

job
availability
 SIJIL PELAJARAN MALAYSIA (SINCE 2021)
BAHASA INGGERIS (1119)
KERTAS 3 (1119/3) – SPEAKING TEST
FORM 4 MODULES – SET 10

PART 2
A Change in Life A Challenge as a Teen
[Full Blast! Plus 4, Module 4a] [Full Blast! Plus 4, Module 4a]
Talk about a change you experience being a teen. Talk about the biggest challenge you experience as a teen.
You should say: You should say:
 what the change is  what the challenge is
 how you adapt to the change  how it affects you
 what you have gained/lost from the change  what you have done to face the challenge
 if it is important to experience changes in our lives (why /  if challenges are important in our lives (why / why not)
why not)

PART 3
[Full Blast! Plus 4, Module 4a]

the Internet

social media e-books

Which is
suitable for
educational
purposes?

virtual interactive
reality whiteboard

CDs / DVDs
 SIJIL PELAJARAN MALAYSIA (SINCE 2021)
BAHASA INGGERIS (1119)
KERTAS 3 (1119/3) – SPEAKING TEST
FORM 4 MODULES – SET 11

PART 2
A Family Celebration A Missing Item
[Full Blast! Plus 4, Module 4b] [Full Blast! Plus 4, Module 4a]
Talk about a family celebration you had recently. Talk about a time when you lost someone’s belonging.
You should say: You should say:
 what the celebration was  what belonging it was
 what you did there  how it happened
 if you enjoyed yourself (why / why not)  what you did to solve the problem
 why family celebrations are important in Malaysia  if trusting someone with our belongings is easy (why /
why not)

PART 3
[Full Blast! Plus 4, Module 4a]

clear goals
and
directions

parent and
honourable
community
values
support

Importat
elements
of a good
school
conducive
ongoing
learning
evaluation
environment

quality
leadership