EIKEN Grade 1 flashcards
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- Inference question
- A reading question that asks you to draw a conclusion not explicitly stated in the text, based on evidence and logical reasoning.
- Author's purpose
- The reason an author writes a text, such as to inform, persuade, entertain, or criticize; identified by analyzing tone, evidence, and structure.
- Vocabulary in context
- A reading item that tests the meaning of a word as it is used in a specific sentence, which may differ from its most common dictionary definition.
- Reference question
- A question asking what a pronoun or phrase (e.g., 'it', 'this trend') refers to in the passage; answer by locating the nearest logical antecedent.
- Distractor
- An incorrect answer choice that seems plausible but is not supported by the passage; common types include overgeneralizations and reversed cause-effect.
- Main idea
- The central point or argument of a passage, often stated in the first or last paragraph and supported by details throughout the text.
- Tone
- The author's attitude toward the subject, revealed through word choice, such as critical, optimistic, or neutral.
- Passage structure
- The organizational pattern of a text, such as cause-effect, compare-contrast, problem-solution, or chronological; recognizing it aids comprehension.
- Thesis statement
- A one-sentence summary of the essay's main argument, usually placed at the end of the introduction, that guides the entire essay.
- Topic sentence
- The first sentence of a body paragraph that states the paragraph's main point and connects it to the thesis.
- Cohesive devices
- Words or phrases (e.g., however, therefore, in addition) that link ideas and sentences, improving the logical flow of an essay.
- Word count requirement
- The EIKEN Grade 1 essay must be 200–240 words; essays below 200 words lose content points, while longer essays risk more errors.
- Complex sentence
- A sentence with one independent clause and at least one dependent clause, such as 'Although it rained, we went out,' which demonstrates grammatical range.
- Counterargument
- A brief acknowledgment of an opposing view, often followed by a refutation, which strengthens the essay's credibility and shows critical thinking.
- Formal register
- Language appropriate for academic writing, avoiding contractions, slang, and first-person pronouns unless the prompt allows personal examples.
- Proofreading
- The final stage of writing in which you check for grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors, typically taking 3–5 minutes.
- Part 1 listening
- The first section of the listening test, featuring short dialogues followed by one question; it tests understanding of functional language and idioms.
- Note-taking
- Writing brief keywords, numbers, and relationships during the first listening to answer detail questions accurately during the second listen.
- Paraphrase
- Restating information in different words; correct answers in listening often paraphrase the recording rather than repeat its exact wording.
- Sequence markers
- Words like first, then, next, finally that signal the order of steps or events in a monologue or announcement.
- Speaker's purpose
- The reason a speaker is talking, such as to inform, persuade, warn, or request; identified by the overall message and tone.
- Conditional statement
- A sentence with 'if' that states a condition and its result, common in announcements and instructions, e.g., 'If you hear the alarm, leave immediately.'
- Distractor in listening
- An answer choice that repeats words from the recording but distorts the meaning, often by changing the subject or the relationship between ideas.
- Monologue
- A continuous speech by one speaker, such as a lecture or announcement, which requires identifying the main idea and supporting details.
- Interview format
- The EIKEN Grade 1 speaking test is a one-on-one interview with an examiner, lasting about 10 minutes and conducted in English.
- Read-aloud stage
- The second stage of the speaking test, where you read a short passage aloud after one minute of silent preparation; pronunciation and fluency are assessed.
- Q&A stage
- The third stage of the speaking test, where the examiner asks questions about the passage; answers should be complete sentences supported by the text.
- Topic card
- A card given in the final stage of the speaking test that presents a statement; you must state an opinion with two reasons and examples.
- Fluency
- The ability to speak smoothly with minimal hesitation, assessed in the speaking test along with pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, and interaction.
- Interaction
- A speaking assessment criterion measuring how appropriately you respond to the examiner and develop the conversation.
- Discourse markers
- Words like 'well', 'actually', 'on the other hand' used in speech to organize ideas and manage the flow of conversation.
- Scoring scale
- The speaking test uses a 4-point scale for each criterion; a score of 3 or above in each area is generally required to pass.