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Dictation instructions |
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Listen to the following passage,altogether the passage will be read to you four times. |
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During the first reading,which will be read in normal speed,listen and try to understand the meaning. |
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For the second and third reading,the passage will be read sentence by sentence,or phrase by phrase,with intervals of 15 seconds. |
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The last reading will be read at normal speed again.And during this time,you should check your work. |
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You will then be given two minutes to check through work once more. |
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Please write the whole passage on answer sheet two. |
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Now listen to the passage.No.50 how to improve your Spoken English? |
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Many English learners have found that speaking is the most difficult aspect of learning English. |
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They seem to know the basic English language structures, but feel awkward and embarrassed in situations where a conversation in English is needed. |
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This does not mean that those learners are unable to organize their ideas in English. |
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The problem lies in their lack of confidence and practice. |
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They are afraid of making mistakes and losing face. |
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The best way to improve your speaking is to build up confidence in yourself and open your mouth whenever you get the chance. |
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Everyone makes mistakes when he or she is learning a language. |
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Don't be shy. Only by speaking more can you speak better English. |
