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Tuesday, March 2, 2021

Collection of new MUET CEFR-Aligned Speaking question sets

Hey all.. 

So teachers and students alike are searching high and low for reliable MUET CEFR-aligned speaking question sets that they can practice with. Here is my simplified list so far. 

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Set 1: 

Part 1 (2 min individual presentations):

Situation: We live a more comfortable life with the invention of new technology. How has our lives improved? 

Candidate A: You have to give a presentation to your class. Talk about how technology has improved the lives of students. 

Candidate B: You have to give a presentation to your class. Talk about how technology has improved the lives of parents. 

Candidate C: You have to give a presentation to your class. Talk about how technology has improved the lives of working adults. 

Candidate D: You have to give a presentation to your class. Talk about how technology has improved the lives of elderly people. 

Part 2 (8-10 minute group discussion): 

Situation: People would find it hard to live without technology in this era. In your group, discuss the benefits of modern technology. 

MINDMAP: Centre Circle - What are the benefits of using modern technology?

5 Bubbles: Do housework / Shop online / Communicate easily/ / Move around easily / Do research

At the end of the discussion, try to decide the main benefit of using modern technology. 


Set 2: 

Part 1 (2 min individual presentations):

Situation: We are now experiencing a new normal in facing the Corona virus pandemic. What can you do to keep healthy during this pandemic?  

Candidate A: You have to give a presentation to your class. Talk about wearing face masks. 

Candidate B: You have to give a presentation to your class. Talk about washing hands properly. 

Candidate C: You have to give a presentation to your class. Talk about staying home unless necessary.

Candidate D: You have to give a presentation to your class. Talk about exercising regularly. 

Part 2 (8-10 minute group discussion): 

Situation: Covid-19 has caused the world population to change their lifestyles. In your group, discuss how countries can deal with this pandemic. 

MINDMAP: Centre Circle - How can countries deal with the Corona virus pandemic?

5 Bubbles: Education / Personal protection equipment / Trained frontliners / Stricter law / International cooperation

At the end of the discussion, try to decide the best way for countries to deal with this pandemic. 


Set 3: 

Part 1 (2 min individual presentations):

Situation: Everyone should make time to exercise daily. What are some benefits of regular exercise? 

Candidate A: You have to give a presentation to your class. Talk about keeping fit.

Candidate B: You have to give a presentation to your class. Talk about reducing stress. 

Candidate C: You have to give a presentation to your class. Talk about making new friends.

Candidate D: You have to give a presentation to your class. Talk about learning self-discipline.  

Part 2 (8-10 minute group discussion): 

Situation: There is still a lot to be done to create an community that practices a healthy lifestyle. In your group, discuss how countries promote a physically active society. 

MINDMAP: Centre Circle - How can countries promote a physically active society?

5 Bubbles: Education / Community gyms / Youth activity centers / More sporting events / Tax relief for sports equipment

At the end of the discussion, try to decide the best way to promote a physically active society. 


Set 4: 

Part 1 (2 min individual presentations):

Situation: Climate change has taught us that we must look after our planet. What are some of these ways? 

Candidate A: You have to give a presentation to your class. Talk about reducing the use of plastic products.  

Candidate B: You have to give a presentation to your class. Talk about reducing the use of water.  

Candidate C: You have to give a presentation to your class. Talk about reducing the use of electricity. 

Candidate D: You have to give a presentation to your class. Talk about reducing the use of fuel. 

Part 2 (8-10 minute group discussion): 

Situation: There is growing concern about how society is managing waste product to reduce pollution. In your group, discuss how the people can help to manage their own waste effectively. 

MINDMAP: Centre Circle - How can the people manage waste effectively? 

5 Bubbles: Buy items with less packaging / Reusing packaging / Separating waste according to category / Sending to waste collection centres / Composting 

At the end of the discussion, try to decide the best way for people to manage waste effectively in our country. 


Set 5: 

Part 1 (2 min individual presentations):

Situation: Your class would like to celebrate the retirement of your class teacher. What can you do for your teacher? 

Candidate A: You have to give a presentation to your class. Talk about buying presents.

Candidate B: You have to give a presentation to your class. Talk about making a video. 

Candidate C: You have to give a presentation to your class. Talk about making special cards. 

Candidate D: You have to give a presentation to your class. Talk about throwing a surprise party.  

Part 2 (8-10 minute group discussion): 

Situation: Teachers play an important role in educating the young.  In your group, discuss how the government can improve the image of the teaching profession. 

MINDMAP: Centre Circle - How can the government improve the image of the teaching profession?

5 Bubbles:  Provide more professional training / Scholarships for further education / Reward high performing teachers / National teacher icon competition / Increase salary and benefits 

At the end of the discussion, try to decide the best way to improve the image of the teaching profession.


This is all for now. I will add to this list as I come up with more interesting question sets. Happy teaching and learning! 

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