Understanding the assessment format

Language barriers

Cognitive load

Limited exposure to different English varieties

Lack of motivation

Difficulty with writing

Listening and comprehension issues

Time pressure

Objective: Assess students' ability to use vocabulary, sentence structure, and creativity in speaking.

Steps:

1. Provide each student with a set of 4-5 pictures that tell a simple story (e.g., a cat chasing a ball, a child playing in the park, etc.).

2. Ask the students to look at the pictures and create a short story using simple sentences (e.g., "The cat saw the ball. It ran fast to catch it.").

3. Have each student tell their story to the class or in pairs.

4. As they speak, the teacher notes their use of vocabulary, grammar, and fluency.