Maturita Speaking: Filler Phrases and Sentence Chunks (with Czech Translations)

This worksheet helps students improve their fluency for speaking exams like the Czech Maturita or any B1-level oral exam. It focuses on teaching useful filler phrases and reusable sentence chunks that help students speak more naturally, even if they make some grammar mistakes.

The first part of the worksheet explains why these tools are important. Many students freeze or give very short answers during speaking tests. Filler phrases give them time to think, while sentence chunks help them express their opinions and compare ideas without struggling to find words.

Czech translations are included to support understanding. However, the translations can easily be switched to match the students’ first language if you are working in a multilingual classroom.

The second part includes a pair-work activity where students practise answering questions using the phrases. This gives them a chance to build confidence and use natural-sounding English in a structured way.

This worksheet is ideal for teachers preparing students for the Maturita, the PET exam, or any situation where speaking fluency and exam confidence are key goals. It works well as part of a regular speaking routine, and it helps students develop strategies to stay calm and keep talking during oral exams.



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Maturita Speaking: Filler Phrases and Sentence Chunks

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Let's do English ESL giving an opinion, debating. Maturita Speaking: Filler Phrases and Sentence Chunks (with Czech Translations)

This worksheet helps students…