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1. English Paper 2 Part 2 GUIDED WRITING

2. PART 2 Word limit: not less than 120 words Marks: 20 marks Text type: Essay Language: Semi formal Time suggested: 35 minutes

3. Marking criteria Content = 5 marks Communicative Achievement = 5 marks Organization = 5 marks Language = 5 marks TOTAL MARKS = 20 MARKs Write not less than 120 words

4. Task requirement: Write an essay

5. Essay Writing Tips! Read the question carefully. Understand the topic Highlight WH questions Jot down your ideas in each point Elaborate ideas you made ( eg : give reasons, examples) Organise the points given Start writing your essay with good introduction Do not start introduction with any of the point. Make it general Organise your paragraphs (5 paragraphs) Use variety of vocabulary, sentence structures Make conclusion in general in the last paragraph (paragraph 5) - give opinion/give suggestion Check your essay(Grammar, spelling)

6. Sample question In your class you have been talking about hobby. In 120 words, write an essay about your hobby. You may use the notes below to help you.

7. Reading Since childhood Read novels, comics Improve language vocabulary , grammar In my room, library Before sleep, weekend

8. Outline of the essay Introduction Body paragraph Conclusion Total 1 paragraph 3 sentences Do not answer any of the task yet Write about general ideas of the topic 3 paragraphs 3 or more sentences each paragraph Answer all bullet points 1 paragraph 3 sentences Summarise the topic 5 paragraphs

9. Introduction 1 paragraph 3 sentences Do not take any point yet Write general idea A hobby is an activity that a person chooses to do during leisure time. Everyone has different hobbies based on their interests, dislikes and likes. I also have a hobby which is quite common in the world as so many people do it.

10. Body paragraph 1 (3-5 sentences) • name of the hobby When pick up the hobby First of all , my hobby is reading. Reading a book is one of my favorite pass time since my childhood. I love to read novels and comics. cohesive devices Firstly, … First of all, … First and foremost, … To begin with, …

11. Body paragraph 2 (3-5 sentences) • what you did what you have learnt from the hobby In addition, I read novels and comics during my free time and after I finish all my homework. I save up my money so that I can buy novels and comics I like. Moreover , reading can also helped me to improve my language. I learnt a lot about English vocabulary and grammar when I read. cohesive devices In addition, … Thus, … On top of that, … Besides, …

12. Body paragraph 3 (3-5 sentences) Where did you do How often you do Furthermore , I always read in my room. This is the place where I can relax and feel better after a long day at school or on weekend. Thus , after completing my school work I usually read every night before I sleep. Once a week I will go to the library near my house to read and borrow my favourite novels. cohesive devises On the other hand …. Furthermore, … In addition, …. Moreover, … Thus, …

13. Conclusion 1 paragraph 3 sentences Summarise the topic All in all , I believe everyone has their own hobby. Life without hobbies is quite dull. We will be happier and less stress if we do something we love to do. Useful expressions for conclusion All in all, ... To sum up, ... In a nutshell On the whole, .. As conclusion …

14. That’s all for today All the best for your Mid Year Examination