Speaking Task
Portfolio: Radio Show Presenter
You are the presenter on a radio show. Choose a celebration from the text and make notes. Present it to the class. Record yourselves.
Example Fragment:
- ... is a popular festival in ... . On this day, people ...
Notes for Presentation:
Celebration: [Insert Name of Festival Here, e.g., 'Diwali', 'Christmas', 'Lunar New Year']
Key aspects to cover:
- When it happens: [Mention the time of year, e.g., 'in autumn', 'during winter', 'on a specific date']
- What people do: [Describe main activities, e.g., 'light lamps', 'exchange gifts', 'have family feasts', 'perform traditional dances']
- Significance: [Explain the meaning or purpose, e.g., 'victory of light over darkness', 'birth of Jesus', 'new beginnings and prosperity']
- Atmosphere: [Describe the general feeling, e.g., 'joyful', 'festive', 'family-oriented', 'religious']
- Food: [Mention special foods associated with the celebration]
- Traditions: [Describe unique customs or rituals]
My presentation will focus on... [briefly state what you will highlight]
I will then present this information to the class.