WIDA Speaking Review L3-4 24-25

Open Ended

Which of those 3 statements (on the slide before this one) was surprising to you? Explain why it was surprising to you.

Poll

Which one of the SASHES concepts do you think you are pretty good or great at? (It only allows 5 options, so the last option, S-Sum it up, is missing)!

• S-Saying the question in sentence form

• A-Analyze all parts of the prompt

• S-Stretch your answer with transitions and conjunctions

• H-Hold the floor or keep talking

• E-Explain everything; be the teacher

Multiple Choice

S1. Question: What is your favorite season and why?

• a. My favorite season is fall because I love the cool weather.

• b. Fall is my favorite season because I like it.

• c. I think fall is nice.

• d. Fall is a good season.

Multiple Choice

S2. Question: What is your favorite thing to do on the weekend?

• a. On weekends, I spend time at the park.

• b. I enjoy going to the park on the weekends.

• c. The park is fun on weekends.

• d. I like to go to the park on weekends because it’s relaxing.

Multiple Choice

S3. Question: Who is your favorite teacher and why?

• a. I like Ms. Smith because she’s nice.

• b. My favorite teacher is Ms. Smith because she makes learning fun and exciting.

• c. Ms. Smith is a great teacher.

• d. My favorite teacher is Ms. Smith because I like her.

Multiple Choice

S4. Question: What is your dream vacation?

• a. My dream vacation is swimming at the beach.

• b. I would love to go to the beach for my vacation.

• c. The beach is my favorite place to visit.

• d. My dream vacation is going to the beach because I love swimming and relaxing in the sun.

Multiple Choice

A1. Describe your favorite place and explain why you like it.

• a. The park is quiet, and I like it.

• b. My favorite place is the park because it’s peaceful, and I can relax and spend time with nature.

• c. I enjoy going to the park because it’s calm.

• d. My favorite place is a peaceful park.

Multiple Choice

A2. What are two benefits of learning a new language?

• a. Speaking more languages helps you meet new people.

• b. You can learn about new cultures and make friends.

• c. It’s helpful to learn a language so you can talk to others.

• d. Learning a new language helps you talk to more people and learn about other cultures.

Multiple Choice

A3. Explain a time when you helped someone and how it made you feel.

• a. I helped my friend once, and I felt proud.

• b. I helped my friend with homework, and it made me feel happy because I made a difference.

• c. Helping my friend made me feel good because it was important.

• d. I helped my friend with homework, and I liked it.

Multiple Choice

A4. Why is saving money important?

• a. Saving money is important because it helps you prepare for emergencies and buy things you need.

• b. It’s important to save so you can buy what you want later.

• c. Saving money is good for emergencies and spending wisely.

• d. Saving helps you be ready for the future.

Multiple Choice

S1. What is your favorite animal and why?

• a. I like dogs because they are nice and good pets.

• b. Dogs are friendly, so I like them as pets.

• c. I like dogs because they are friendly and loyal. Also, they make great pets.

• d. My favorite is dogs because they’re great.

Multiple Choice

S2. What is your favorite type of music?

• a. Pop music is great because it’s fun to listen to and dance to.

• b. My favorite music is pop because it has catchy beats and meaningful lyrics. For example, I love dancing to pop songs.

• c. I enjoy pop music because it has good beats and sounds great.

• d. I like pop music because it’s fun and I can dance.

Multiple Choice

S3. What is your favorite sport to play or watch?

• a. Soccer is great to play and cheer for, so I like it.

• b. I like soccer because it’s fun to watch with friends.

• c. Soccer is my favorite because it’s fun and you can play with others.

• d. Soccer is my favorite sport because it’s exciting and brings people together. For example, I enjoy playing on a team and cheering for my favorite players.

Multiple Choice

S4. What are the best ways to stay healthy?

• a. Healthy food, exercise, and sleep are ways to stay strong.

• b. Eating healthy food and exercising are great ways to stay healthy. Also, getting enough sleep helps your body recover and stay strong.

• c. Exercising, sleeping, and eating well are good for health.

• d. Being healthy is about eating well and staying active.

Multiple Choice

H1. What is your favorite memory?

• a. Camping with my family was great because we did many things together.

• b. When my family went camping, we had a campfire and told stories.

• c. My favorite memory is camping with my family because it was fun.

• d. My favorite memory is when my family went camping. We hiked, made a campfire, and told stories. It was such a fun trip!

Multiple Choice

H2. What do you want to do in the future?

• a. In the future, I want to be an artist. I enjoy drawing, painting, and creating new ideas. Art makes me happy, and I hope to share my work with others.

• b. I want to be an artist because I like painting and drawing.

• c. Being an artist is my dream because I love to make art.

• d. In the future, I want to create art and share it.

Multiple Choice

H3. Why do you enjoy the hobbies you have?

• a.Reading is my hobby because it’s fun and relaxing.

• b. I enjoy reading books because it helps me learn and escape to new worlds. For example, I love stories about adventures, and I always feel inspired after reading.

• c. I like reading because it helps me learn about different stories.

• d. Books are great because they let me learn and enjoy stories.

Multiple Choice

H4. What is your favorite food?

• a. Sushi is a favorite because it tastes so good.

• b. Sushi is great because it’s fresh and has many options.

• c. I like sushi because it’s tasty and fresh.

• d. My favorite food is sushi because it’s fresh and delicious. I also like trying new kinds of sushi with different toppings.

Multiple Choice

E1. Why is recycling important?

• a. Recycling helps by saving resources like trees and reducing trash.

• b. Recycling is helpful because it’s good for the earth and reduces trash.

• c. Recycling is important because it reduces waste and helps the environment. For example, recycling paper saves trees, and recycling plastic keeps it out of the ocean.

• d. It’s important to recycle to save trees and help the planet.

Multiple Choice

E2. Why is being kind to others important?

• a. It’s good to be kind because it helps people feel valued.

• b. Kindness is important because it makes others feel good and valued.

• c. Kindness helps people and makes the world better.

• d. Being kind is important because it makes people feel valued and creates a positive community. For example, small acts of kindness, like helping someone, can make a big difference.

Multiple Choice

E3. Why should people read books?

• a. Books are important because they teach new ideas and improve vocabulary. For example, reading about history helps you understand the world better.

• b. Books teach ideas and help people learn about history.

• c. Reading books is helpful because it improves your mind and teaches new things.

• d. Books are good for learning new ideas and understanding the world.

Multiple Choice

E4. Why do people need rules?

• a. Rules keep people safe and focused, which is important.

• b. Rules are helpful because they make people safe and prevent accidents.

• c. Rules are important because they keep people safe and help everyone get along. For example, traffic rules prevent accidents, and school rules help students stay focused.

• d. It’s good to have rules to help keep everyone safe.

Multiple Choice

S1. Why do you like to celebrate holidays?

• a. Celebrating holidays is fun because they are special and meaningful.

• b. Holidays are fun to celebrate with family and friends.

• c. I enjoy celebrating holidays because they make me happy and bring people together.

• d. Holidays are special because they bring people together to have fun and create memories. That’s why I love celebrating them.

Multiple Choice

S2. Why is it important to learn in school?

• a. School is important because it teaches skills for the future.

• b. Learning in school is important because it gives you knowledge and skills for the future. It helps you grow and succeed in life.

• c. It’s important to learn in school so you can succeed in life.

• d. School helps you grow and succeed in many ways.

Multiple Choice

S3. What is the best way to make new friends?

• a. Being friendly and kind is the best way to make friends.

• b. To make friends, you need to be kind and open to others.

• c. Friendship is easier when you listen and talk to people.

• d. Making new friends is easier when you are kind and open to new people. Being friendly and listening helps build strong friendships.

Multiple Choice

S4. What are your favorite things to do outside?

• a. Being outside is fun because I can hike and bike.

• b. I love hiking and biking because they keep me healthy.

• c. Hiking and biking are my favorite things to do outside.

• d. My favorite outdoor activities are hiking and biking because they keep me active and let me enjoy nature. That’s why I love being outside.

Open Ended

What do you think is important to remember in the speaking section of the test?

Open Ended

Which SASHES strategy do you think will be most helpful to you in the speaking section? Why?