Show & Tell

Official Sample PSLE Exercise

Audio Sample

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Scenario

You have written the Show-and-Tell script shown below. During an English lesson, your teacher has selected you to give the presentation. You will now present your topic to the class.

Good morning, everyone!For Show-and-Tell today, I've brought along two postcards of the Jody River.They are my grandfather's prized possessions because they are possibly a century old! The first postcard shows a bustling scene of the Jody River.Can you see these boats along the river?Sadly, they don’t exist anymore.Now, there are river taxis which tourists can board for a short ride,and during the cruise, they can admire the National Theatre and the newly constructed Arts Centre.I asked my grandfather what was most memorable to him about the river.He said, "Long ago, my friends and I used to swim in the river.Some naughty boys would even push their friends in fully clothed!" The second postcard shows a wooden bridge across the river.Do you know it was built entirely by the villagers?It's amazing that it lasted over two decades before it was demolished. I've come to the end of my presentation.I hope you’ve found it interesting.Thank you for your attention!

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Expert Reading Tips

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Start with Enthusiasm – Begin with an engaging tone to capture attention. Stress key phrases like “prized possessions” to highlight their importance.
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Use Vocal Variety to Match Each Scene – Use a cheerful tone for the bustling river, a soft, nostalgic tone for what’s gone, and an impressed tone for the wooden bridge to make the descriptions more vivid.
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Use Well-Placed Pauses – Pause after questions like “Can you see these boats along the river?” to give the audience time to picture the scene and stay engaged.
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Express Character Through Dialogue – Change your tone when quoting your grandfather to make it sound personal and real. Use a playful voice for "Some naughty boys would even push their friends in!" to add humour.
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Vary Pace for Impact – Slow down during important or dramatic moments (“The second postcard shows a wooden bridge...”), and use a livelier pace at the start (“Good morning, everyone!”) to capture attention right away.
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Conclude with Confidence – Use a warm, appreciative voice and slow down slightly at the end. Say “Thank you for your attention!” clearly and proudly to leave a strong final impression.