The document provides tips for tackling the PT3 writing paper. It discusses the CEFR levels assessed in PT3 and outlines the four parts of the exam. It then gives four tips for writing part 1, which involves a short communicative message. Tip 1 suggests using an English vocabulary profile for useful phrases. Tip 2 emphasizes using natural language. Tip 3 recommends expressing feelings to respond appropriately. Tip 4 lists criteria for a good response. Sample answers are also provided to demonstrate the tips.
The document provides tips for tackling the PT3 writing paper. It discusses the CEFR levels assessed in PT3 and outlines the four parts of the exam. It then gives four tips for writing part 1, which involves a short communicative message. Tip 1 suggests using an English vocabulary profile for useful phrases. Tip 2 emphasizes using natural language. Tip 3 recommends expressing feelings to respond appropriately. Tip 4 lists criteria for a good response. Sample answers are also provided to demonstrate the tips.
The document provides tips for tackling the PT3 writing paper. It discusses the CEFR levels assessed in PT3 and outlines the four parts of the exam. It then gives four tips for writing part 1, which involves a short communicative message. Tip 1 suggests using an English vocabulary profile for useful phrases. Tip 2 emphasizes using natural language. Tip 3 recommends expressing feelings to respond appropriately. Tip 4 lists criteria for a good response. Sample answers are also provided to demonstrate the tips.
The document provides tips for tackling the PT3 writing paper. It discusses the CEFR levels assessed in PT3 and outlines the four parts of the exam. It then gives four tips for writing part 1, which involves a short communicative message. Tip 1 suggests using an English vocabulary profile for useful phrases. Tip 2 emphasizes using natural language. Tip 3 recommends expressing feelings to respond appropriately. Tip 4 lists criteria for a good response. Sample answers are also provided to demonstrate the tips.
CEFR Aligned Format Writing Paper By Mr. Syaifullah Nasir Introduction
• CEFR – Common European Framework
• Form 3 = B1 (low) • Paper 1 (Reading and Use of English)[25%] • Paper 2 (Writing) [25%] • Paper 3 (Speaking) [25%] • Paper 4 (Listening) [25%] Writing Paper • Part 1 : short communicative message • 20 Marks – 80 words
• Part 2 : Notes expansion
• 20 Marks – 120 words
• 40 Marks = 25% Marking criterion • [C]=Content Answer the question
• [CA]+Communicative Achievement Give opinion regarding the answer/make it natural
• [O]=Organization Use cohesive devices in your writing
• [L]=Language Check your spelling and grammar/ use EVP Tackling Writing Paper Tip Number 1 English Vocabulary Profile • Great for vocabulary • Useful phrases • Good for writing
• Username : englishprofile • Password : vocabulary Tackling Writing Paper Let’s do this together! Vocabulary Item SLEEP take learn Tackling Writing Paper Tip Number 2 Which one is more natural in your life? Situation A Situation B Tackling Writing Paper Which one is more natural in your life?
A: What are you going to C: What are you going to
do this weekend? do this weekend? B: Hey how are you? I hope you are in the pink. D: I think I am going to go I am going to go shopping shopping at the mall this at the mall this weekend. weekend. Remember, natural language wins! Tackling Writing Paper Tip Number 3 Using Feelings To Respond Why?
Every answer should reflect
natural English Plus We want 5 marks for language! Tackling Writing Paper
Let’s do this together! Happy
Nervous Sad Enthusiastic Shocked Concerned Tackling Writing Paper Tip Number 4 1. Respond to the message, memo postcard, email etc accordingly. [C] 2. Offer your ideas/advice/suggestion and provide a few good reasons and examples. [CA] 3. Add an idiom or saying if it is suitable. [L] 4. Elaborate with relevant details and arrange your answer accordingly [O] 5. Keep your handwriting neat and tidy. Tackling Writing Paper Part 1 : short communicative message
Now, your turn.
Tackling Writing Paper Part 1 : short communicative message
Let’s practice our writing Sample Answer Hi Alex, I am quite surprised to learn that you are thinking to start a new hobby. I was confident that you would do your stamp collecting hobby for years! Nonetheless, this is my advice for you. I would suggest you to take up cooking. I know that you have a well-equipped kitchen in your home. That would be great for your new hobby. Importantly, I know you have passion in cooking. Ergo, cooking will be the most suitable for you. p/s : Don’t make a haste decision! Sleep on it and let me know your decision. SAEF Hi Alex, I am quite surprised to learn that you are thinking to start a new hobby. I was confident that you would do your stamp collecting hobby for years! Nonetheless, this is my advice for you. I would suggest you to take up cooking. I know that you have a well-equipped kitchen in your home. That would be great for your new hobby. Importantly, I know you have passion in cooking. Ergo, cooking will be the most suitable for you. p/s : Don’t make a haste decision! Sleep on it and let me know your decision. SAEF Tackling Writing Paper Part 2 : Notes expansion 1. Create essay outline 2. Organise your ideas – put them in sequence 3. Expand your ideas – add relevant details 4. Add details to make your essay interesting Tackling Writing Paper Writing Part 2 template 1. Use writing Part 2 template to help you drafting your essay 2. Write at least 2 interesting sentences for each point 3. Use simple and compound sentences. 4. Use complex sentences if you know how to. Tackling Writing Paper
Point Sentence In my entire life, there is one celebration Paragraph 1
Intro that I enjoy the most.
For many, this celebration is known as Eid- What? ul Fitr. But for Malaysians, this celebration is called Hari Raya Aidilfitri or simply Hari Raya. Tackling Writing Paper
Point Sentence Point 1 Hari Raya is celebrated right after the end of Ramadhan. Paragraph 2
When you This day is marked as the 1st of Syawal in Islamic calendar.
celebrate it Point 2 Muslims celebrate Hari Raya to rejoice their effort of fasting for a month. Why you It is a symbolism of winning a difficult battle of thirst and celebrate it hunger. Tackling Writing Paper
Now, your turn.
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Hari Raya Aidilfitri
In my entire life, there is one celebration that I enjoy the most. For many, this celebration is known as Eid-ul Fitr. But for Malaysians, this celebration is called Hari Raya Aidilfitri or simply Hari Raya.
Hari Raya is celebrated right after the end of Ramadhan. This day is marked as the 1st of Syawal in Islamic calendar. Muslims celebrate Hari Raya to rejoice their effort of fasting for a month. It is a symbolism of winning a difficult battle of thirst and hunger. Thank You!
