- •Speaking topics
- •1. **With the help of technology, students nowadays can learn more information and learn it more quickly:**
- •2. **A good interpreter should be a bit of an actor. This is part of the technique of an oral translation:**
- •3. **All required university courses are boring:**
- •4. **"Climate" of a classroom depends on the nature of person relationship between a teacher and a pupil:**
- •6. **It is only ignorant who despise education. (Publius Syrus 42 bc):**
- •7. **Education is the single most important factor in the development of a country. Do you agree?**
- •8. **Do the benefits of study abroad justify the difficulties? What advice would you offer to a prospective student?**
- •9. **Foreign language instruction should begin in kindergarten. Do you agree?**
- •10. **Should sports classes be sacrificed in universities so students can concentrate on academic subjects?**
- •11. **To what extent should universities function as training grounds for employment?**
- •12. **To what extent should university courses be geared to the economic needs of society?**
- •13. **Computers can translate all kinds of languages well. Do our children need to learn more languages in the future?**
- •14. **Teachers should be paid according to how much their students learn.**
- •15. **Grades (marks) encourage students to learn.**
- •16. **Children should begin learning a foreign language as soon as they start school.**
- •17. **High schools should allow students to study the courses that students want to study.**
- •19. **A good teacher is not only a communicator of knowledge but a model of competence.**
- •20. **Exams are not useful.**
- •21. **The foreign language teacher can provide content that is truly interesting and meaningful to students - the study of themselves.**
- •22. **There is nothing that young people can teach older people.**
- •23. **Reading fiction (such as novels and short stories) can make a better interpreter.**
Speaking topics
1. With the help of technology, students nowadays can learn more information and learn it more quickly.
2. A good interpreter should be a bit of an actor. This is part of the technique of an oral translation.
3. All required university courses are boring.
4. "Climate" of a classroom depends on the nature of person relationship between a teacher and a pupil
5. The best way to make the children good is to make them happy. (O.Wilde1854-1900)
6. It is only ignorant who despise education. (Publius Syrus 42 BC)
7. Education is the single most important factor in the development of a country. Do you agree?
8. Do the benefits of study abroad justify the difficulties? What advice would you offer to a prospective student?
9. Foreign language instruction should begin in kindergarten. Do you agree?
10. Should sports classes be sacrificed in universities so students can concentrate on academic subjects?
11. To what extent should universities function as training grounds for employment?
12. To what extent should university courses be geared to the economic needs of society?
13. Computers can translate all kinds of languages well. Do our children need to learn more languages in the future?
14. Teachers should be paid according to how much their students learn.
15. Grades (marks) encourage students to learn.
16. Children should begin learning a foreign language as soon as they start school.
17. High schools should allow students to study the courses that students want to study.
18. Universities should give the same amount of money to their students’ sports activities as they give to their universities libraries.
19. A good teacher is not only a communicator of knowledge but a model of competence.
20. Exams are not useful.
21. The foreign language teacher can provide content that is truly interesting and meaningful to students - the study of themselves.
22. There is nothing that young people can teach older people.
23. Reading fiction (such as novels and short stories) can make a better interpreter.
Sure, here are some sample speeches for each of the questions:
1. **With the help of technology, students nowadays can learn more information and learn it more quickly:**
With the advent of technology, the educational landscape has transformed drastically. Gone are the days of relying solely on textbooks and lectures for learning. Today, students have access to a wealth of information at their fingertips through the internet, e-books, educational apps, and online courses. This abundance of resources enables students to explore diverse topics, engage with interactive learning materials, and collaborate with peers from around the world. Furthermore, technology facilitates personalized learning experiences tailored to individual needs and learning styles, thus maximizing retention and understanding. In essence, technology has revolutionized education, empowering students to learn more information and learn it more quickly than ever before.
2. **A good interpreter should be a bit of an actor. This is part of the technique of an oral translation:**
Interpreting is not merely about converting words from one language to another; it's about conveying meaning, nuance, and emotion. Just as actors immerse themselves in their roles to bring characters to life, interpreters must embody the essence of the speaker to effectively convey their message. This requires not only linguistic proficiency but also theatrical skills such as voice modulation, facial expressions, and body language. By infusing the interpretation with elements of acting, interpreters can bridge linguistic and cultural barriers, ensuring that the audience receives a faithful rendition of the speaker's intentions. In essence, being a bit of an actor is essential to the art of oral translation, enhancing comprehension and engagement for both the speaker and the audience.