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NotesGerman B HLTopic 7.3Language for the oral
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7.3.32 min read

Language for the oral (German B HL)

IB German B · Unit 7

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Contents

  1. 1Phrase bank
  2. 2Three common slips
One phrase per job: Learn one ready phrase for each job. The examples use the short story below.
Auszug aus der Erzählung „Schnee im April“ (Originaltext): Seit Paul ausgezogen war, sprach Frau Wendt oft mit sich selbst. „Das hält nicht lange“, sagte sie laut, obwohl niemand im Zimmer war. Sie stellte zwei Tassen auf den Tisch und ließ die zweite stehen.
JobDeutschEnglish
PresentMein Auszug stammt aus …My extract comes from …
Quote…, wie es im Text heißt: „Das hält nicht lange.“…, as it says in the text: „It won't last.“
InterpretDie zweite Tasse lässt vermuten, dass …The second cup suggests that …
Give an opinionIch deute das als Zeichen für …I interpret that as a sign of …
LinkWenn man die ganze Erzählung betrachtet, …If you look at the whole story, …
Buy timeDas ist eine gute Frage, lassen Sie mich kurz nachdenken.That's a good question, let me think for a moment.

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Easy to fix: These three slips turn up in almost every prepared oral.

Falsch

  • Abschließend ich möchte sagen … (verb not second)
  • Das Buch sagt, sie ist einsam. (texts don't speak)
  • Das ist eine Wiederholung. (technique, no effect)

Richtig

  • Abschließend möchte ich sagen …
  • Die Erzählerin beschreibt, wie einsam sie ist.
  • Die Wiederholung hebt ihre Einsamkeit hervor.
Verb at the end after „dass“: „Das lässt vermuten, dass sie Paul noch nicht losgelassen hat.“

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How Language for the oral Appears in IB Exams

Examiners use specific command terms when asking about this topic. Here's what to expect:

  • Define

    Give the precise meaning of key terms related to Language for the oral.

    AO1
  • Describe

    Give a detailed account of processes or features in Language for the oral.

    AO2
  • Explain

    Give reasons WHY — cause and effect within Language for the oral.

    AO3
  • Evaluate

    Weigh strengths AND limitations of approaches in Language for the oral.

    AO3
  • Discuss

    Present arguments FOR and AGAINST with a balanced conclusion.

    AO3

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