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Form 5 Novel

Prepared by Ms Tang

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SAMPLE QUESTION

The following is the novel you have studied in the literature component in English language.

Based on the novel, who do you think is the most interesting character in the novel you have studied? Support your answer with close reference from the text.

Captain Nobody – by Dean Pitchford

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Marking Scheme

Content - 10 marksLanguage - 5 marksTotal - 15 marks

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How marks are awarded?

Answering the question = 1 mark

(3 points x 3 = 9 marks)

Language Overall grading (5 marks)VocabularySentence patternsOrganisation of ideas

Point + Elaboration + Example + Opinion = 3

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Answering Techniques

Introduction

Point 1

Point 2

Point 3

Conclusion

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How to write your INTRO?

• The novel I have studied is Captain Nobody by Dean Pitchford.

+• Questions is _________. _________ has shown

POINT 1, POINT 2, and POINT 3.• In the following paragraphs, I will discuss on the

________ with close reference from the text.

Introduction

THESIS STATEMENT

ANSWER ANSWER

TOPIC

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SAMPLE of the…

The novel I have studied is Captain Nobody by Dean Pitchford. In my opinion, the most interesting character is Cecil Butterworth. This is because he is creative, determined, and supportive to his friends. In the following paragraphs, I will discuss the topic with close reference from the text.

Introduction

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How to write your POINT(1)?

POINT . ELABORATE . EXAMPLE(S) . OPINION(O).

Point 1

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SAMPLE of POINT(1)…POINT . ELABORATE . EXAMPLE(S) . OPINION(O).

Cecil is creative and innovative. He always has a lot of new ideas. For example, Cecil comes up with the idea of creating their own Halloween costumes. He also says that he can wrap himself in sheet of music and ‘come as a symphony!’ He then dressed as Mozart on Halloween. […… continue in the next slide]

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POINT 1 continues…

…Not only that, Cecil works with JJ to create a superhero outfit from old clothes for Newt. He successfully turns Newt’s oversized clothes and immediately connects it to ‘something Superman would wear’. This shows that Cecil is indeed a creative person who has a lot of witty ideas to brighten up his friends’ life.

POINT . ELABORATE . EXAMPLE(S) . OPINION(O).

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Now YOU try writing POINT (2)

POINT . ELABORATE . EXAMPLE(S) . OPINION(O).

Point 2

Use connectors:Secondly/ Besides/ In addition/ Moreover/ Furthermore/

POINTI find Cecil interesting as he is a determined person.

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ELABORATEHe is determined and work hard to achieve his dream, which is to be a drummer. He practises whenever he has free time.

EXAMPLE(S)Another example is that Cecil is persistent in convincing Captain Nobody to help him retrieve the discarded drum from the dumpster.

Point 2

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OPINION(O)This incident shows that Cecil is determined and he never gives up until his wish is fulfilled. In life, we should also be determined and work hard to achieve our dreams.

Point 2

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Let’s continue with POINT 3!Point 3

Use connectors:Besides/ In addition/ Moreover/ Furthermore/

POINTCecil is a true friend to Newton (Captain Nobody) and JJ.

ELABORATEHe is always supportive to his friends through thick and thin.

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Point 3

EXAMPLE(S)For instance, although Cecil is shorter and skinnier than Newton, he stands up for Newt when Newt is threatened by Ricky Ratner and his gang.

Similarly, Cecil encourages and supports Newt in the audacious plan to climb Appleton water tower to persuade Riggie Ratner not to jump.

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OPINION(O)In a way, Cecil helps Newt to overcome his fear of height. He always fights alongside his friend, Newt who is also known as Captain Nobody.

Point 3

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How to write the CONCLUSION?

• Repeat your THESIS STATEMENT.

Conclusion

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SAMPLE of the…

In conclusion, Cecil Butterworth is creative, determined, and supportive to his friends. It is of his interesting character and help as a side kick to Captain Nobody that makes this novel exciting.

Conclusion

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HANDS ON PRACTICE!!!

Question

• In your opinion, who is the hero of the novel you have studied? Support your answer with close reference to the text.

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Suggested Answer

Captain Nobody (Newton Newman)

Brave

Responsible

Discipline

Hard-working

Independent

Loving

Obedient