Interact clearly using spoken LF-Tonga to explore and justify varied ideas and perspectives in different situations
This internal standard is about having real spoken conversations in Lea Faka-Tonga (the Tongan language) at an advanced level. You need to talk with others, share your own ideas and opinions, respond to what other people say, and back up your views with reasons or evidence. The conversations should feel genuine and natural — not just rehearsed scripts — and should happen across different types of situations, like casual chats, formal discussions, or cultural contexts. It is worth 6 credits at Level 3 (Year 13).
You take an active part in the conversation in Lea Faka-Tonga. You share and support your own views and respond to others. Your meaning is clear even if there are some inconsistencies in pronunciation, fluency, or grammar along the way.
Your spoken Lea Faka-Tonga is convincing. You use a good range of language that fits the purpose and audience, and you mostly pick the right words and strategies to keep the conversation going. The conversation is not significantly held back by mistakes or inconsistencies.
Your spoken Lea Faka-Tonga is effective and polished. You consistently use a wide range of language that fits the purpose and audience, and you skilfully choose the right language features and strategies throughout. The conversation flows well with no noticeable inconsistencies getting in the way.
Standards typically taken alongside or after this one. Same subject, grouped by level.