This document provides guidance on responding to speaking questions for exams. It discusses the structure for independent speaking responses, which should include an introduction paraphrasing the question, two body paragraphs with reasons and examples, and a conclusion recapping the question. It also provides evaluation criteria focusing on structure, coherence, succinctness, vocabulary and varied grammar. A sample question is given on learning a skill along with steps to follow, including introducing the topic, providing two reasons with details in the body, and recapping in the conclusion. Finally, potential independent speaking topics are listed involving describing an admired person.