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The use of a guessing game to improve students speaking skill in grade VIII at SMP Negeri 12 Pematangsiantar was investigated. This study employed a quasi-experimental method with a pre-test and post-test design, comparing an experimental class receiving guessing game-based instruction to a control class receiving conventional instruction. The results, analyzed using a t-test, indicated a significant difference in speaking skills between the two groups (tcount = 6.651 > ttable = 1.697, p < 0.05), demonstrating the effectiveness of the guessing game approach.

The study concludes that the implementation of guessing games significantly improves the speaking skills of eighth-grade students at SMP Negeri 12 Pematangsiantar.The findings demonstrate a statistically significant difference between students who learned through guessing games and those who received conventional instruction.Therefore, incorporating interactive and engaging methods like guessing games can enhance student motivation and performance in English language learning.

Future research could explore the effectiveness of different types of guessing games tailored to specific speaking skills, such as pronunciation or fluency. Additionally, investigating the long-term impact of using guessing games on students confidence and willingness to communicate in English would be valuable. Furthermore, a study examining the role of teacher training in effectively implementing guessing games in the classroom could provide insights into maximizing their benefits, potentially leading to the development of a comprehensive guide for educators on integrating these games into their speaking lessons to foster a more dynamic and engaging learning environment for students.

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