#RA-2017Read AloudCore & AcademicEasy
Pilot Whales
Official Question Material
Prep: 30-40 Seconds
Mass strandings of whales are a recurring issue in Australia and New Zealand. In recent years, multiple events have highlighted the severity of this problem. For instance, in April 2024, around 160 pilot whales stranded ona Western Australian beach, prompting a significant rescue operation by marine biologists and wildlife officers.
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Pearson Official Scoring Guide for Read Aloud
Scored Enabling Skills
- Reading (Content)
- Speaking (Oral Fluency & Pronunciation)
Timing Standard
Response Window: 35-40 Seconds
💡 Examiner Strategy & Pro Tip:Keep a continuous rhythm. Never stop to correct mistakes or repeat words; pausing hurts fluency more than minor mispronunciations.