• Guided writing • Encompasses various types of essays :1. Report2. Article3. Speech4. Recount5. Story6. Opinion7. Letter8. Description9. Charts and Graphs

• Read the question carefully

• Read and use the notes appropriately (may change/alter the words accordingly)

• NOT write LESS than 120 words (depends on the page, not words)

• Make sure the format, sentence structure, tenses and style of words used are suitable with the Q

• Study the visual aids and notes given

• Write a brief outline (i.e. mind map)

• Have at least 3 paragraphs (introduction, body, conclusion)

• Arrange the points according to importance or sequence

• Elaborate on the points given

• Use a variety of sentence structures and use familiar words (i.e. Allow me to… @ Why don’t you…)

• Use interesting expressions, idioms or proverbs (passed her driving test with flying colours)

Introduction: Greeting the audienceState the topic of your speech/talk

Body : Paragraph 1 - Start with the interesting details. Use WH-question. Give examples or explanation.Paragraph 2 and 3 - Give other details. Use sentence connectors, correct punctuation and examples.

Conclusion : State your topic again. Give suggestion / hope.Thank the audience.

You are the head prefect in your school. During the school assembly at the start of a new semester, you have been asked to remind students about the school regulations. Write out your speech using the notes below:

 

When writing the speech, remember to;● include all the points given● elaborate on the points● set out your speech correctly● write in paragraphs

ATTIRE:

School uniform

-neat

-wear white shoes and socks

Hair

-boys - short

-girls - short or long - long hair tie

Nails

-short

Make up-is not allowed in school!

CONDUCT:

 -No loitering

-No handphones

-No jewellery

-No smoking

-Be punctual

-Respect teachers

-Pay attention in class

-No playing truant

When writing a speech :

write in present tense

greet your audience starting from the person with the highest position, introduce self, and topic

when giving suggestions / advice / tips use ‘ we should..’ , ‘try to..’ ‘we need to keep in mind…’ ‘if you…you will…’

Use idioms/expressions/where suitable – ‘you will have to face the music’ , ‘black sheep’

Good morning to our principal, teachers and fellow students. Welcome to the new school term. I am Nuzul Fikrie Ahmad, the head prefect of SMK Raja Muda. This morning, I would like to refresh your memory about our school regulations especially regarding attire and conduct.Dear fellow students,

To create a good impression, always be dressed neatly in your school uniform complete with white shoes and white socks. Don’t forget to wear your school badge and name tag.Your hair should be short and neatly combed. Boys should always keep their hair short. Girls are allowed to keep long hair but it should always be neatly combed and tied. No one is allowed to wear jewellery. If you do, then your jewellery will be confiscated. In addition, you cannot use make-up. Your nails should always be kept short. Remember, no nail polish is allowed. Fellow friends, Regarding your conduct, punctual. Respect your teacher and pay attention in class. Remember, no loitering around and playing truant. If you don’t comply with the school rules, you will have to face the music.Last term, several students were suspended or expelled from school for fighting, smoking and other serious offences. Handphones are banned. If you bring handphones, they will be confiscated. These regulations are meant to create a positive image and environment for the school. There are, of course, some black sheep who will break the regulations. Do not be influenced by them. Instead, set a good example for others. That is all from me.Thank you for listening.

Headlines / Title

Introduction : What was the event? When was it held? Who organized the event? Who were invited?

Body:Write the sequence of the eventsUse linkers (firstly, then, soon after..)Points to include:

Who’s involved?What happened?Where & When it happened?

What are the feelings?

Conclusion : Was the event a success? What can be learned?

____________________________When writing a report : it must always be in past tenseUse the 5W1H to expand the points

Headlines / Title

Introduction :What was the event?When was it held?Who organized the event?Who were invited?

Body:Use linkers (firstly, then, soon after..)Points to include:

Who’s involved?What happened?Where & When it

happened?What are the feelings of people involved?

Conclusion :Was the event a success?What can be learnt from the event?____________________When writing a report : it must always be in past tenseUse the 5W1H to expand the points

National Day Celebration in Our School  This year our school held a grand National Day celebration on 31 August 2005. It was held in our school field.

The event kicked off at 8.00 a.m. All the students and many parents were already gathered around the field. The president of the Parent-Teacher Association officiated the opening ceremony. Then we had the march past. The school band led the march past. Members of the various school societies, uniformed bodies and clubs also took part.

After the march past, we had the raising of the flag by the head prefect, Azlan Hashim. The school band played the National Anthem as the flag was raised. Then, we sang several patriotic songs.

This was followed by some cultural shows performed on stage erected at one end of the field. There were traditional dances performed by the students. Their costumes were beautiful and the performances were excellent

The last event that morning was the rhythmic gymnastics performed by the Gymnasts Club. They were very talented and executed a skilful presentation with music, ribbons and hoops.

Our National Day celebration was truly a momentous one. The event was a success. It also helped us to appreciate the wonderful country we live in.

By: Leong Soo Chin

IntroductionHow are you? Thank you for your letter.I hope you are in the pink. Last time I heard your family went to Aspen.

BodyExpress yourself clearly, simply and directly.Write what you think the reader is keen to know and will interest the reader.

ConclusionSpecial wishes or words of farewell.I have to go. I’m looking forward to your reply. Hope to hear from you.

Your friend has been an avid smoker for the past 6 months. Write him a letter to get him to stop smoking. You may use the following notes :

stop smoking – unhealthy habit can lead to harmful consequences do not follow friends get rid of cigarettes

Important notes : When writing the letter, remember to;● include all the points given● elaborate on the points● set out your letter correctly● write in paragraphs

IntroductionHow are you? Thank you for your letter.I hope you are in the pink. Last time I heard your family went to Aspen.

BodyExpress yourself clearly, simply and directly.Write what you think the reader is keen to know

ConclusionI have to go. I’m looking forward to your reply. Hope to hear from you.Goodbye for now. Best wishes to you.

19, Jln Kota, Tmn Parit Pasir Gudang, 81700, Johor 19 May 2012Dear Ricky,How are you? I hope you are in the pink. Your family is alright too I hope. I am just enjoying my life studying  and working hard just going to school to be a good student and playing well in my sport.  Thank you for your last letter and pictures. You looked like you have been having fun there.

There is one thing I noticed in the pictures. I saw you had been smoking in public my friend. I strongly advise you to quit smoking and turn to a new life. Smoking can lead to harmful consequences. 

Smokers may have started smoking because their friends did or because it seemed cool. However, they keep on smoking because they became addicted.  If your friends keep on smokers, I suggest you to refrain yourself from doing the same thing because it only leads to more harms than benefits.

Try to take baby steps to throw away that habit. You can try tossing out that emergency pack you have stashed in the secret pocket of your backpack. Get rid of your ashtrays and lighters, too . Yes, your sister told me all about it.

Well, I have to go, it is almost dinnertime here. I hope you will take note of that I have said. All the best!

Yours sincerely, Marcus Rivera

When writing a formal letter :It should be short and concise.Be brief and polite.Use formal but simple EnglishPresent information correctlyUse correct spelling, punctuation and grammar. Don’t forget the proper format

You are the secretary of the Art Club in your school. One of the activities planned is visiting places of interest. Write a letter to the manager of a batik factory seeking permission to visit the premises.

 

When writing your letter: use all the notes given. elaborate on the given notes to make it more

interesting. make sure it is not less than 120 words.

Haryati Batik Factory – 44 members – 3 teachersProposed date and timeTransport – by busProposed activities – learn skillBuy some pieces - souvenirs 

Introduction :State the purpose

Body :Expand details on the purpose (5WH and 1H)

Conclusion :Express hope and gratitudeThank the recipientSign off

The Secretary,Art Club, Sekolah Menengah Sultan Idris Shah,Jalan Hang Setia,35000 Ipoh.___________________________________________________________________The Manager,Haryati Batik Factory,56, Persiaran Tawakal, 85 000 Kuala Terengganu. 5

September 2012 

Dear Sir,Permission to Visit FactoryOn behalf of the Art Club members of my school, we would like to request for permission to visit your factory.2. We will be going there on the 5th of November 2011 from 8.30 a.m. to 10.30

a.m. 44 students and 3 teachers will be going by bus. 3. The objective of the visit includes learning the skills of batik printing. Many of

our students are in Form Four and would like to take up new skills for their batik printing project next year. This is why we decided to visit your factory.4. We would also like to purchase a few pieces as souvenirs and gifts. For yourinformation, most of us have never been to Terengganu and this will be our first visit. Hence, I am very sure that most of us would be interested in buying them.5. I hope you will be able to grant us permission to visit your premises. We arewilling to accept an alternative date if the proposed date is not convenient.Thank you.

Yours sincerely,(SADDAMIA RAUDDAH)

When writing an essay about giving opinions :

read the question thoroughly make sure you pick a stand use the points in the note AND elaborate add some of your own points

Ranjit and Suzana are at a food stall. They want

to buy some fruit for a class party. Ranjit likeslocal fruit but Suzana prefers imported fruit. Read the dialogue. Who do you agree with? Provide reasons to support your answer.

Suzana : Ranjit, do you prefer to eat local or imported fruit?Ranjit : I love local fruit. They are nutritious as well as delicious.Suzana : I like local fruit too but I prefer apples and pears though. Somehow, I feel imported fruit just taste better.Ranjit : Well, I find local fruit richer in vitamins and nutrients compared to imported fruit. They are also cheaper.Suzana : But eating too much local fruit can make you fall sick. You definitely won’t fall sick if you eat too many apples and oranges.

 • When writing your opinion:• state your stand clearly• add any other relevant details to make it

more interesting.• make sure it is not less than 120 words.

Introduction :State the topic Talk about both sides firstThen make a stand – ‘I agree that …. “

Body :Why do you agree / disagree?

Conclusion –Reinstate the stand

Fruits are important to our health. Fruits are easily accessible and taste delicious. There are various types of fruits, and they come from different parts of worlds. There are fruits that are grown in the country and those that we import from other countries. In the situation given, I agree with Ranjit that local fruits are better than imported fruits. Local fruits are not only delicious but they are cheaper, fresher and contain more nutritional benefits.

Since we can get most local fruits anytime and anywhere, they are much cheaper. Imported fruits, on the other hand, are most expensive because they have to be transported to our country.

Sometimes, the imported fruits are also not so fresh. This is because these fruits are packed and refrigerated before they are exported from their countries of origin. It also takes quite a while for the fruits to reach our country.

Furthermore, local fruits such as guavas and rambutans have higher Vitamin C content than most imported fruit. Although many believe that oranges are a good source of Vitamin C, research has proven that our local fruits has twice the content of Vitamin C. Local fruits also have other nutritional benefits and are better for consumers.

Thus, I firmly believe that local fruits are a much better option than imported fruits.

Introduction :Who ? – my cousin, neighbour or best friend, how old, raceWhere? – he lives in What ? – give an adjective or two that are suitable to the story

Body :Use the verbs to write the story.What does he do? How does he do itWhen does he do it?

Conclusion :Write about his feelings.What has he achieved?

Look at the pictures. You may use the words given to write about a visit to a farm.

holidays – stayed – grandfather’s - farm – rears –chickens – ducks

helped – work – early – picked – fed afternoon – eggs – van – shops – learnt -

business

When writing your letter: use all the notes given. elaborate on the given notes to make it

more interesting. make sure it is not less than 120

words.

When writing a story : it is better to use the past tense (recount) describe the situations (use a variety of adjectives and adverbs)

Ali is my best friend. He is 12 years old.He lives in Taman Setia. He is kind and helpful. He likes to stay with his grandfather in the village during the school holidays. His grandfather has a farm and he rears some chickens and ducks in his farm. Ali likes to help his grandfather in his farm when he goes there.

Last holidays, Ali went to his grandfather’s farm in Terengganu. His grandfather has many chickens and ducks. Ali helped his grandfather in the farm. He picked the eggs and fed the chickens and ducks carefully. After the eggs have hatched he retrieved it from the chickens very gently.

Then, Ali sold the eggs in the afternoon. He went to the shops by van. Ali was happy because he has learnt doing business from his grandfather. He felt very grateful for the things he had learned during his stay.

Literature section

poem ( form 1 – form 3) 2 or 3 subjective questions

novel (form 3) short response of no less than 50 words

The Fighter’s Lines - Synopsis Heir’s Conditioning - Synopsis Leisure - Synopsis Mr Nobody - Synopsis The River – Synopsis I Wonder

Write in present tense If stumped, write the synopsis Always, always start with :

I have read novel pilihan by nama penulis. The kehendak soalan that I have chosen is pilihan watak/peristiwa/nilaimurni/tema/latar

Main aspects Plot ( Main events) Characters Theme Moral Values @ Messages

Write about a moral value you have learnt. Support it with evidence from the story.

I have read Around the World in 80 Days by Jules Verne. The moral value that I have chosen is we have to find solutions when we are faced with challenges or problems and do not give up. I learnt this moral value firstly from Phileas Fogg’s character. Whenever he encountered problems, he would try his best to find the solution. For example, when their train got stuck because the railroad in India was incomplete. Passepartout suggested to him to use the elephant. When the owner of the elephant refused to to let him hire it, he did not simply give up. He was determined and offered more money until it reached two thousand pounds and the owner finally agreed to let it go with that price. This shows when we have a problem, we should not simply walk away from it, instead we need to keep on trying to overcome it. I also learnt this moral value from Passepartout, the butler. He is someone who does not give up easily. This can be proved when he was in Japan. When he was lost and needed money for food, he traded his clothes for a Japanese costume and food. Later, he joined an acrobatic troupe where he was reunited with Phileas and Aouda. I learned that I should be calm and think clearly and make plans when I am hit with a problem. This is the moral value I have learned from the book.

Summary writing No more than 60 words Try to find the correct points and write

them in a summary Link the points using linkers – sequence

connectors (firstly, then, next, after that) and connectors (besides, moreover, furthermore)

Write a box 10 x 6

Content Points:1.witness the (breathtaking) sunset2.went snorkelling3.the scene was colourful/amazing4.saw a (wonderful) variety of fish/live coral(s)5.went scuba-diving6.enjoyed a (fine) barbecue7.fish (that they had freshly) caught

  I had a fantastic time during the last school holidays. After receiving his bonus, Dadtook us to Layang-layang Atoll, a beautiful coral island, situated north of Sabah. We checked into the holiday resort late that evening. Then, we immediately rushed out to witness the breathtaking sunset. After dinner, we went early to bed, looking forward to the activities we were going to do the next morning. Rising early, we went snorkelling in the cool, clear waters off the island. The scene before us was colourful and amazing. The live corals floated along with the movements of the current and we saw a wonderful variety of fish. Among them were puffer fish, clown fish and angel fish. The next day, we had another wonderful experience. We went scuba-diving under the supervision of an expert. I was glad to be close to nature. I thanked God for giving me this wonderful opportunity. On our last night, we stayed awake till the wee hours of the morning. It was because we were enjoying a fine barbecue by the seaside with fish that we had freshly caught from the sea. It was certainly a memorable holiday.

Write a summary on some of the interesting things they did and sawthere. Your summary must not be more than 60 words, including the 10 words given below be in continuous writing (not in note form) be written in one paragraphUse your own words as far as possible without changing its originalmeaning.

Begin your summary as follows:Upon checking into the holiday resort, Nisha and her family… 

A Excellent 5Marked ability to paraphrase/use own words.Language is accurateHardly any lifting of sentencesAccurate mechanics of writing

B Credit 4Ability to paraphrase/use own words.Language is largely accurate

Minimal lifting of sentencesLargely accurate mechanics of writing

C Achievement 3Sufficient ability to paraphrase/use own words.Language is sufficiently accurate

Selective lifting of sentences

Some errors in mechanics of writing

LIFTINGWe (they) immediately rushed out to witness the breathtaking sunset at resort late that evening.

PARAPHRASINGThey watched the breathtaking sunset.They went out to see the marvellous sunset.

Upon checking into the holiday resort, Nisha and her family rushed out to witness the breathtaking sunset . The next day, they went snorkelling. The scene before them was colourful and amazing. They saw a wonderful variety of fish. They went scuba-diving under the supervision of an expert. At night they enjoyed a fine barbecue by the seaside with fish that they had freshly caught from the sea.

Upon checking into the holiday resort, Nisha and her family admired the picturesque sunset. They went snorkelling the next morning. The underwater scenery was spectacular. They saw live corals and a variety of fish. The next day, they went scuba-diving under an expert’s supervision. On the last night, they stayed awake till morning barbecuing the fish they caught by the seaside.

I had a fantastic time during the last school holidays. After receiving his bonus, Dadtook us to Layang-layang Atoll, a beautiful coral island, situated north of Sabah. We checked into the holiday. Then we immediately rushed out to witness the breathtaking sunset at resort late that evening. Then,. After dinner, we went early to bed, looking forward to the activities we were going to do the next morning. Rising early, we went snorkelling in the cool, clear waters off the island. The scene before us was colourful and amazing. The live corals floated along with the movements of the current and we saw a wonderful variety of fish. Among them were puffer fish, clown fish and angel fish. The next day, we had another wonderful experience. We went scuba-diving under the supervision of an expert. I was glad to be close to nature. I thanked God for giving me this wonderful opportunity. On our last night, we stayed awake till the wee hours of the morning. It was because we were enjoying a fine barbecue by the seaside with fish that we had freshly caught from the sea. It was certainly a memorable holiday.

Topic sentence is the sentence that holds the gist of a paragraph. You need to determine this first.

TS - Topic sentence: Consumers are people who buy or use any product.

Example 1 : Consumers are people who buy or use any product. They buy food and other things Example 2 : Who are consumers? Consumers are people who buy or use any product. This means you and I are consumers. We buy food, clothing, books and other things. Consumerism is a term which means that consumers are actively involved in making sure that they receive good products and at reasonable prices.

In addition, he planted durians, guava and other fruits on a vacant land next to his house.

He encouraged his neighbours and other villagers to do the same.

He knew that he could sell the fruits and thus earn money.

To set an example, he grew vegetables such as sawi and kangkong in his backyard.

This meant that his family became self-sufficient in vegetables and did not have to buy them.

He knew that he could sell the fruits and thus earn money.

To set an example, he grew vegetables such as sawi and kangkong in his backyard.

In addition, he planted durians, guava and other fruits on a vacant land next to his house.

This meant that his family became self-sufficient in vegetables and did not have to buy them.

He encouraged his neighbours and other villagers to do the same.