CEFR Spoken Interaction Strategies 5

Question 1

In CEFR spoken interaction, 'negotiation of meaning' refers to:

Accepted Answer

The collaborative process by which speakers work to establish mutual understanding

Answer

Negotiation of meaning is the interactive process where speakers collaboratively check, repair, and confirm understanding throughout a conversation.

Question 2

Which strategy reflects a C1-level speaker's approach to handling an unexpected or complex topic in conversation?

Accepted Answer

Smoothly using paraphrase and reformulation to engage without long hesitations

Answer

C1 speakers can use paraphrase and reformulation to stay engaged with unprepared complex topics, maintaining fluency without significant breakdown.

Question 3

When a speaker uses 'Well, that's one way to look at it, but have you considered…?' in discussion, they are demonstrating:

Accepted Answer

Polite disagreement and topic development through spoken interaction

Answer

This phrase is a face-saving disagreement move that challenges the other's view indirectly while introducing a new angle — a key interactional skill at B2 and above.

Question 4

Which of the following describes an A1 speaker's spoken interaction capability, according to CEFR?

Accepted Answer

Can interact in a simple way provided the other person is prepared to speak slowly and help

Answer

A1 interaction is characterized by very limited exchange that depends heavily on interlocutor support, slow speech, and repetition.

Question 5

Asking 'What exactly do you mean by that?' during a discussion is an example of which CEFR interaction strategy?

Accepted Answer

Seeking clarification

Answer

Seeking clarification is a core interaction strategy used to resolve ambiguity and ensure shared understanding of a term or idea.

CEFR - Common European Framework Practice Test

CEFR - Common European Framework Practice Test

CEFR Spoken Interaction Strategies 5