#RA-2580Read AloudCore & AcademicEasy
Feeling Smart
Official Question Material
Prep: 30-40 Seconds
Social media is a powerful tool for making people feel more knowledgeable and may have benefits for people's mental health. "Feeling smart can improve your self esteem," commented Dr. Ward. Indeed, studies have shown that news sharing can lead to social learning and political engagement, encouraging people to take more active roles in their communities.
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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.