Hello, future champions of the DET (Duolingo English Test)! Welcome to DET Practice. Today, we’ll explore how to tackle the ‘Speak about the Photo’ section in the DET. First, let’s take a look at what the ‘Speak about the Photo’ question is:

本节内容，与官方DET学习指南中的部分相同，涉及一个独特的口语练习。不同于TOEFL或IELTS中的口语任务，这个任务要求你用英语描述一张照片。它影响‘对话’和‘表达’分数，响应时间为30-90秒。

* 对于“谈论照片”任务的更详细介绍，我们推荐我们的早期文章：“Speak about the Photo“。

了解 DET 评分和改进策略，请参阅 “Duolingo English Test Scores: Insights and Comparisons” 和 “The Ultimate Guide to the Duolingo English Test” 分别。

Achieving a good score in oral tasks requires maintaining fluency within the allocated time. This is also crucial in other language tests like TOEFL or IELTS. One challenge in ‘Speak about the Photo’ is the lack of predefined prompts, which can make sustaining a 1-minute 30-second response difficult, especially when the photo’s elements are limited. So, what strategies can we employ?

Strategy for ‘Speak about the Photo’

在深入探讨具体技巧之前，让我们先看一张样本照片。请注意，DET 经常使用包含人物的图像，这些图像可能包括表情或动作的特写。

目标描述

在DET中，口头任务的评分基于与主题的相关性。我们建议在前30秒内以客观描述照片开始，以确保您的回答符合主题。例如，如果照片显示一个金发小孩在户外环境中（如茂密的绿地，可能是森林或公园）睡在婴儿车里，您可以描述孩子的穿着（白色T恤和灰色短裤，暗示温暖的夏日下午）以及停在他们头上的蝴蝶。您还可以传达宁静的气氛，并推测是家长捕捉了这一宁静时刻。在‘Speak about the Photo’中，考虑讨论人、衣着、动作、职业、身份、情绪状态、面部表情和周围环境。

根据我们之前的讨论，你的答案可能是这样的：

So, what we’re looking at here is really a picture-perfect scene taken outdoors. The greenery is vibrant—there’s grass, and trees all around, so I’m thinking this could be a beautiful park or maybe even a bit of forest area. Now, right in the heart of this natural setting, we’ve got this adorable blond child, just fast asleep in their stroller. They’re dressed in the simplest summer outfit, you know, a white T-shirt, grey shorts—totally what you’d wear on a sunny afternoon. And there’s this little surprise—a butterfly has landed right on their head! It’s one of those moments that’s just so peaceful, so serene, it’s got to be one of those memories that parents love to capture. It’s the kind of day that just feels like a gift, doesn’t it?

是的，这个答案听起来不错。但是有一个问题，它太短了。这个答案可能不足以维持1分30秒的发言时间。

个人评论

可以添加个人评论吗？ 是的。 在客观描述照片后，与内容相关的个人评论是一种可行的策略。 但要注意句子数量（3-5句），避免偏离主题。 个人评论有助于扩展回应，同时保持相关性。

对于上面的例子，我们可以添加：

Well, looking at this image really warms my heart. It’s such a delightful scene. Being outdoors, taking in the fresh air, it’s incredibly beneficial for kids—both for their physical health and mental well-being. They get to be up close to nature, run around, jump, and even interact with wildlife, like this gentle butterfly here. It’s fantastic because it’s not just about staying active; it’s about feeding their curiosity as well. I truly believe that kids should engage in outdoor activities more often.

The answer looks good, we added our own comments and tried to keep the answer on the topic. So, remember, adding personal comments is a good way to expand the ‘Speak about the Photo’ question. Are there any other ways to expand the answer? Please continue reading the following content.

照片背景d

考虑照片的背景。我们可以想一想，在什么情况下拍摄了一张照片。就像我们上面的例子一样，我们可以想象。这张照片可能是孩子的父母拍的，这可能是一个周末（因为他们不用工作，有时间去户外或公园散步或放松），一个家庭郊游的场景。或者这张照片让你想起了什么？例如，你自己的童年经历。也许我们可以说这张照片让我想起了我的童年，我和父母经常去我们家附近的公园，公园里的风景和照片一样美丽。好了，是时候进一步扩展答案了，让我们继续之前的答案：

You know, this photo might very well have been taken by the child’s parents, capturing a slice of family time—perhaps over the weekend when there’s no work to rush to, allowing for a leisurely stroll in the outdoors or some relaxing time in the park. And it’s the kind of scene that nudges at my own memories, taking me back to my childhood. My parents would often take me to the park near our home, much like the one in this picture, where the scenery was just as picturesque.

现在答案看起来更有实质内容。

添加个人感受

这会偏离主题吗？ 如果你的操作是正确的，就不会。 这是你真正展示技能的部分， 因为我们在讨论图片带给我们的感觉，例如，我们可以这样说：

So, it’s more than just a photograph; it’s a reminder of those carefree, joyful days. It’s about the bond we share with our loved ones and the simple pleasures of life, like watching your child sleep peacefully under the watchful eye of nature. You know, this image is a beautiful echo of times spent with family, treasured and timeless.

嗯，这就是了。我相信我们有一个相当完整和高水平的口头回答示例，让我们把它们放在一起：

So, what we’re looking at here is really a picture-perfect scene taken outdoors. The greenery is vibrant—there’s grass, and trees all around, so I’m thinking this could be a beautiful park or maybe even a bit of forest area. Now, right in the heart of this natural setting, we’ve got this adorable blond child, just fast asleep in their stroller. They’re dressed in the simplest summer outfit, you know, a white T-shirt, grey shorts—totally what you’d wear on a sunny afternoon. And there’s this little surprise—a butterfly has landed right on their head! It’s one of those moments that’s just so peaceful, so serene, it’s got to be one of those memories that parents love to capture. It’s the kind of day that just feels like a gift, doesn’t it?

Well, looking at this image really warms my heart. It’s such a delightful scene. Being outdoors, taking in the fresh air, it’s incredibly beneficial for kids—both for their physical health and mental well-being. They get to be up close to nature, run around, jump, and even interact with wildlife, like this gentle butterfly here. It’s fantastic because it’s not just about staying active; it’s about feeding their curiosity as well. I truly believe that kids should engage in outdoor activities more often.

You know, this photo might very well have been taken by the child’s parents, capturing a slice of family time—perhaps over the weekend when there’s no work to rush to, allowing for a leisurely stroll in the outdoors or some relaxing time in the park. And it’s the kind of scene that nudges at my own memories, taking me back to my childhood. My parents would often take me to the park near our home, much like the one in this picture, where the scenery was just as picturesque.

So, it’s more than just a photograph; it’s a reminder of those carefree, joyful days. It’s about the bond we share with our loved ones and the simple pleasures of life, like watching your child sleep peacefully under the watchful eye of nature. You know, this image is a beautiful echo of times spent with family, treasured and timeless.

By combining these approaches, you can create a comprehensive and well-developed oral response. We hope these strategies help you excel in the DET’s ‘Speak about the Photo’ section. Best of luck with your Duolingo English Test!

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