ESB Graded Examinations in Speech Teacher Guidance: Intermediate

For further guidance, please watch the video about performing poetry, drama  and prose below: 

Below are Ɵps in relaƟon to the Commentary on a Prepared Reading (Grade 4) /CommunicaƟng a Character (Grade 5) / Analysis of Real Life Speech (Grade 5)  Encourage students to develop a good knowledge of the book by reading it, and reflecƟng on both the plot and themes. At Grade 4 , they should be familiar with the plot in order to draw valid conclusions about the role and impact of characters. Discussion of this will help them give an enthusiasƟc and persuasive introducƟon.  There should be a clear and well‐thought‐out contrast between narraƟve and dialogue at Grade 4.   VariaƟons in pace, pitch and tone can bring characters to life. For example, if a character feels parƟcularly relieved, the student might choose to incorporate a sigh into that character’s dialogue.  At Grade 5, the introducƟon for the CommunicaƟng a Character  task should take approximately 1 minute, giving the character’s name and providing relevant informaƟon for listeners, perhaps indicaƟng the point in the character’s life. In doing so, students should provide informaƟon for the audience to be able to ask about the character’s thoughts and feelings. An accent may be used if desired, but it is not a criterion for assessment. For example, you could say something along the lines of:

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