#RA-2185Read AloudCore & AcademicEasy

Sharks

Official Question Material
Prep: 30-40 Seconds

Sharks and rays are important marine species that play a significant role in maintaining the balance of the ocean ecosystem. However, their populations have been declining due to overfishing, habitat loss, and climate change. Anew study by scientists has revealed that these threatened species are being caught off the coast of northern Cyprus, posing a threat to their survival.

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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.