Example Prompts for ACCESS Testing Prep

In this article, we'll explore practical prompts for preparing students for the ACCESS exam, and guide you on setting them up in Speakable.

10 Speaking Prompts:

1. Hobbies: Describe your favorite hobby and why it's enjoyable.
2. School Events: Talk about a recent school event and your involvement.
3. Cooking Instructions: Explain how to prepare a simple favorite dish.
4. Travel Dreams: Describe your ideal holiday and planned activities.
5. Book/Movie Review: Discuss a book or movie you liked and why.
6. Game/Sport Tutorial: Explain how to play a familiar game or sport.
7. Historical Figures: Talk about an admired historical figure and their impact.
8. Memorable Experiences: Describe a significant experience with family or friends.
9. Environmental Issues: Discuss an environmental concern and propose solutions.
10. Favorite School Subject: Explain the significance of a subject you excel in.

Setting Up Prompts in Speakable:

1. Login/Create Account: Go to speakable.io and sign in or register.
2. Create Activity: Click 'Create Activity' and name your activity.
3. Add Card: Inside the activity, click the plus sign to add a new card.
4. Select Respond Card: Choose 'Respond Card', type the prompt, and set the grading standard (WIDA).
5. Preview and Assign: Use the preview feature to ensure everything is set up correctly before assigning it to your class.

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This straightforward guide will help you seamlessly integrate ACCESS exam preparation into your language teaching using Speakable.