Wida Speaking

The WIDA Can Do Descriptors...

• provide examples of what language learners can do at various stages of English language development in listening, speaking, reading and writing

• show grade equivalency levels for emerging bilinguals

• mean emerging bilinguals cannot participate in grade level classes

• are only used in ELD classes

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

If you make a mistake while speaking, what should you do?

• Stop the test

• Keep going and try your best

• Start crying

• Yell at the computer

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CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What are the 4 categories you'll be tested on in the WIDA?

• Reading, Speaking, Grammar, and Vocabulary

• Grammar, Spelling, Vocabulary, and Pronunciation

• Math, Science, History, and Geography

• Reading, Writing, Speaking, and Listening

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

What big test is happening next week?

• COVID Test

• WIDA Test

• Spanish Test

• Marshallese Test

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

The WIDA Speaking test assesses which of the following skills?

• A) Reading comprehension

• B) Writing essays

• C) Oral language proficiency

• D) Listening skills

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CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RI.9-10.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

Which of the following is a strategy to improve speaking skills for the WIDA test?

• A) Memorizing vocabulary lists

• B) Practicing pronunciation with a partner

• C) Reading silently

• D) Writing essays

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CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RI.9-10.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

What is the primary focus of the WIDA Speaking test?

• A) Grammar accuracy

• B) Vocabulary usage

• C) Fluency and communication

• D) Listening comprehension

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CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RI.9-10.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

During the WIDA Speaking test, what should you do if you don't understand a question?

• A) Skip the question

• B) Ask for clarification

• C) Guess the answer

• D) Stay silent

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CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RI.9-10.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

Which of the following best describes the WIDA Speaking test format?

• A) Multiple-choice questions

• B) Oral responses to prompts

• C) Essay writing

• D) Fill-in-the-blank

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CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RI.9-10.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

How can practicing with a language partner help in preparing for the WIDA Speaking test?

• A) It improves reading speed

• B) It enhances listening skills

• C) It boosts confidence in speaking

• D) It increases vocabulary knowledge