Read Aloud

According to the official exam guide, the "Read Aloud" section is a question type within the Duolingo English Test (DET) with the following instructions:

1. Instructions: This question type requires candidates to "read the following sentence and record it." In this section, candidates are presented with a written sentence and are asked to read it out loud for recording.

2. Subscores: This question type assesses the skills of Conversation and Production, as it involves speaking and the ability to articulate words clearly.

3. Duration: The time limit for recording each sentence is 20 seconds, and candidates can only record once.

4. Interactive Operations:

- Candidates should click the "Record" button when they are ready to begin reading. After completing the reading, they should click "Next" to proceed.

5. Answering the Question:

- It is suggested that candidates practice reading the sentence silently before recording if time allows.

- Sentence punctuation can help with speech tempo; for example, a brief pause may be taken after each comma.

6. Suggestions:

- Speak loudly, clearly, and at a natural pace.

- Ensure that the full answer is recorded before clicking "Next."

The "Read Aloud" question type is designed to evaluate a candidate's pronunciation, fluency, and ability to read English text aloud. It is a test of the candidate's spoken English skills and their capacity to convey meaning through vocal expression.