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ZIMSEC O-Level English Language

7.2.3Descriptions, debates and speeches

Descriptions, debates and speeches in ZIMSEC O-Level English Language: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Overview

Forms 1 to 4: describing self, people, scenes, objects, processes and events; debating local, national and international topical issues and cross-cutting themes; prepared and impromptu speeches.

Learning objectives

What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.

  1. 7.2.3.1Describe people, scenes, objects, processes and events clearly in speech.
  2. 7.2.3.2Present opinions on topical issues and argue for or against a motion, arranging ideas logically with discourse markers.
  3. 7.2.3.3Plan and deliver prepared speeches and give meaningful impromptu speeches.

Lessons

  • Talks, speeches and debates

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Descriptions, debates and speeches: sample question

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Which is the best order for the parts of a speech?

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