This resource is a clear, student-friendly guide to writing a talk for Leaving Certificate English. It is suitable for both Ordinary and Higher Level students and can be used for Question B (50 marks) or Composition tasks (100 marks).

The booklet breaks down the talk genre step by step, helping students understand what examiners are looking for and how to avoid common mistakes such as writing an essay or a speech instead of a talk.

What’s included:
A clear explanation of what a talk is (and is not)
Guidance on understanding the question: role, audience, purpose, and instructions
Key features of a strong talk, with an emphasis on spoken tone and audience awareness
A simple, repeatable structure that works for all talk questions
Exam practice tasks based on past Leaving Certificate questions

High-quality sample answers:
Higher Level Question B (50 marks)
Ordinary Level Composition (100 marks)

A planning scaffold students can reuse for any talk question
Space for students to write and receive feedback