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Paper 2 Marks Distribution

Question 1 : 10 marksQuestion 2 (a) : 10 marks

Question 2(b) : 5 marksQuestion 3 : 15 marks

Total : 40 marks

Write complete sentences based on what you see in the picture given.

Write exactly 5 sentences, NOT more, NOT less.

10 words are given but you MAY use it if you want to.

Paper 2 / Section A

Question 1 : Descriptive Writing

Study the picture carefully and note as many information as you can.

Study the words given, cross out the words that you do not know the meaning.

Some given words might give you an idea on how to write about an event, activity or incidents.

Identify the action verbs in the picture. Action verbs will help you to write good descriptive

sentences.

Question 1 : Constructing Sentences

You can write in the simple present tense or in the present continuous tense.

Avoid repeating the same sentence pattern - use a variety of sentence pattern that you have

learnt.

Emphasis on marking is on the grammar aspect.

Describe; do not narrate (Tell a story) Avoid linking or sequencing between

sentences. Avoid using proper nouns and pronouns. May or may not use the words given. May use present, past, or present continuous

tense, or combination of tenses. May write simple, compound, or complex

sentences. Do not exceed five sentences.

Question 1: Writing Tips

Question 1: Writing Tips

No stereotype: vary the sentence patterns, Describe the actions shown in relation to :a person

to another or to objects, Use verbs and appropriate vocabulary, DO NOT :

Use time phrase (Last month, Yesterday, Last week),

Name of places or person not shown in the picture,

Write assumption or predict the outcomes.

Look at the picture. Identify the place in the picture. Identify the people in the picture. Identify the actions in the picture. Identify the objects in the picture. Read the words given in the box. Identify the form of verbs

Question 1: Writing Strategy

Question 1 : Techniques on how to write long sentences

There are two common techniques.

Technique 1 : ListingIn this technique, you write as many simple sentences and then combine two or three sentences to form compound or complex sentences.

Example

1. Ali studies at SK Rahmat.

2. Everyday he cycles to school.

3. He cycles to school with his friends.

Ali studies at SK Rahmat and everyday he cycles to school with his friends.

Technique 2 : Expansion.In this technique, you expand the original stem to form longer / more interesting sentence.

1. The boy is reading a book.2. The boy is reading a book at the table.3. The boy is reading a book and he is

sitting comfortably at the table.4. The boy, who is reading a book, sits

comfortably at the table.

1. The Malay girl with a ponytail is Siti and she is closing the lid of the polka-dot box while smiling.

2. There is a present which is wrapped nicely using a flowery wrapper and tied neatly with a roll of ribbon on the table.

3. The boy who is sitting on the floor is Muthu and he is helping his friend to arrange the balls.

4. The girl who is wearing a pinafore is polishing a tall trophy using a small cloth.

5. The hardworking boy is Ah Chong and he is handling the congkak board carefully.

Sample Answer (Question 1)

Section B

Information TransferQuestion 2(a) Transferring linear / non-linear

information to a given table,

Question 2(b) Write a short paragraph(s) of one’s decisions or choice.

Question 2(a) Information Transfer

1. Read and understand the instruction carefully.2. You are required to identify the information details

from the text.3. Extract relevant information and then, transfer them

into the blanks provided.4. Read the text or passage again and underline all the

details mentioned. 5. Make sure that the required information has been

transferred correctly.6. Check your spelling and use correct punctuation;

spelling, upper and lower cases, symbols.

RM50 per Rabbit

• Eats rice and meat

Only RM50 per Puppy

Rubber bone

Rice and meat

Good guard dogs

Puppies For Sale

• Good guard dogs

• Free Rubber bone

Cute Rabbits For Sale

• Fun to play with

• Eats vegetables

• Buy one, get another one for free

Parrots For Sale

RM60 per Parrot

• Teach him new words

• Eats sunflower seeds• Free cage provided

Question 2(b)Giving Reason

1. Read and understand the instruction carefully.2. Make sure you know exactly the requirements of

the question.3. You are required to make a choice and give reasons

for your choice.4. Marks will be awarded according to your ability to

give appropriate and accurate reasons.5. The emphasis is on how good your reason is.

…the price… …lowest……reasonable……affordable….

I can save my pocket money…It is within my budget.I can share with my…

…the colour… …favourite……matching……suitable…

It’s my favourite colour. I look nice in…..It matches with my…It is suitable for…

…distance… …near……closer……transport…

I can walk/cycle there.It’s easier for me to go…There’s a bus to go…

…the size… …small……suitable…

It is not too big for my….It would fit nicely into….

…materials… …made from……like……long lasting…

Silk is very beautiful…Cotton is not warm…I can use it for a long time…

…origin… …local product……imported…

…support the local products……well known brand…

I would go to my uncle’s house becauseI am very eager to meet my beloved uncleas I had not met him for a long time. My uncle’s house is located in Terengganu. Ionly need to spend two hours travelling asI am taking a bus there. I can enjoy the beautifulscenery as his house is located by the sea. Ican play with my cousins on the beach. It wouldbe a wonderful experience for me. I can alsocollect seashells when I am strolling along thebeach. I can add the seashells to mycollection. I am sure I would have an enjoyfulltime there.

Sample Answer (Question 2b)

Section C

Note Expansion

Write sentences in paragraphs based on a series of visual stimuli.

Question 3Narration

Comprehend (understand the requirement of the question),

Read the instruction carefully,Circle every information; names/events/clues

General Information1. Study the pictures and the given words; try to get as much information as possible regarding to; a. events b. incidents c. clue or written text d. activities e. identify the characters

Question 3Narration

Scheming and Drafting 1st Step1. Study the notes,2. Identify the tense used,3. Make a simple story line to guide you.

2nd Step1. Write a draft: free writing, brainstorm, making a list or

mapping,2. Join them by using conjunction to form compound

sentences,3. If possible, use relative pronouns and insert adjectives or

adverbs,4. Edit your language and content.

Areas to concentrate on

Parts of Speech Nouns, pronouns, adjectives, verbs, adverbs, preposition,

conjunction, interjection.

Tenses Present continuousSimple present

Simple pastPast continuous

Grammar Subject + Verb AgreementWord orderPunctuation

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