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RESPOND verbally with your thoughts
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PREPARING FOR A TEST
Listen & Respond
What Did They Say?
What subject is the test about?
Idiom
Hit the books – To study hard.
Example: I have to hit the books for tomorrow’s exam.
Phrasal Verb
Look up – To search for information.
Example: She looked up the new word in the dictionary.
Challenging Vocabulary
Intimidating – Making you feel nervous or scared.
Example: Speaking in public is intimidating for many people.
PIE Practice
Pronunciation: Practice “intimidating” (in-TIM-i-dating).
Intonation:
“I need to hit the books tonight.” (Stress need)
“I need to hit the books tonight.” (Stress books)
Your Turn
Say: “I looked up the answer in the book.”
What do you do to prepare for a test?
Transcript of Recording
Audio Passage
“Tomorrow is the big science test, and everyone is nervous. I spent the whole weekend trying to hit the books. I stayed up late to look up definitions and practice problems. Even though I studied a lot, I still feel anxious. Tests can be intimidating, especially when you don’t know what questions will appear. My friend reminded me to stay calm and get enough rest. I hope all this preparation pays off.”