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SHORT WRITING TASK

PRACTICE 1

Dear ………, 15 March 2014

I am sorry to tell you that I cannot visit you during the coming holidays as
we have planned. My grandmother passed away suddenly yesterday. According to
the Chinese custom, I have to observe a period of mourning. Therefore, it is not
appropriate for me to visit you.
Please forgive me if I have caused you a lot of trouble in preparing for my
visit.
From,
May Hwa

You received the following postcard from a friend in Singapore. In about 100 words, write a
message of sympathy to your friend. Use the notes below to help you.
 apologise – you cannot go
 comfort her on her grandmother’s death
 say that you hope to see her at a better time.

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PRACTICE 2

Dear ………., 17 May 2014


I haven’t heard from you since we met last January. I wonder how you’re
getting along.I have changed my address. The house my father booked in 2013 has
just been completed. We are now trying to decorate the rooms.
The builders painted my room pink. I don’t like the colour and would like to
change it. I would welcome suggestions on how I can decorate my room. Do you
have any ideas?
I hope to hear from you soon.
From,
Syazana

You received the above message from a friend in Seremban. In about 100 words, write a
reply to Syazana. Use the notes below to help you.
 congratulate her on her new home.
 suggest ways in which she can decorate her room:
colour, curtains, furniture, lamps etc.
 give reasons for your suggestions

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Dear ………., 14 February 2014

I saw your name and address in the pen-pal column of the Asia Youth
Magazine. I would like to be your pen-pal.

I am a girl of 15 years of age. I am still in school. My family is a large one. I


have five sisters and three brothers.

I like to swim and play tennis. My hobbies are reading and corresponding with
pen-pals. I have pen-pals in India, China and Japan. If you decide to write to me, you
will be my first Malaysian pen-pal.

I hope you will be my pen-pal. Best regards to you.


Yours sincerely,
Sheena

In about 100 words, write a reply to Sheena :


 saying that you would like to be her pen-pal
 tell her about your family,
 inform her about your school life and your other pen-pals.

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PRACTICE 4

Your mother and you have the following conversation:

Mother : Did you know it’s Grandpa’s birthday next week? Why don’t you write to
him?

You : Good idea! I’ll send him a card, too.

Mother : Tell him that Afif has got a job.

You : Alright. Is there anything else you want to tell Grandpa?

Mother : No. Just send our love to him and Grandma. Ask him how Grandma’s leg is.

In about 100 words, write a message to your grandfather. Use the notes below to help you.
 wish him a happy birthday
 tell him about your brother’s job
 mention any other interesting news or incident concerning your family.

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PRACTICE 5

You have just spent a week at your aunt’s house in PulauLangkawi. You had a
wonderful time. Your aunt and uncle brought you to the Underwater World and other
sights. You also tried out various restaurants and went shopping.

You wish to write to your aunt and uncle. In about 100 words, write a letter to them. Use the
notes below to help you.
 thank them for letting you stay with them
 and taking you to all the places
 Your mother asks your aunt and uncle to visit your family

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PRACTICE 6
You received the following invitation card from your friend from another state.

Dear_____________ 27 October 2014

I would be glad if you could attend my birthday party at my house on 10 th


November 2014. Since the party will be ending late, you may stay for the night too, if
you wish.
Please reply by 3rd November 2014. Hope to see you.
From,
Rose

You are unable to attend the party. In about 100 words, write a reply to Rose. Use the notes
below to help you.
 wish her a happy birthday
 decline her kind invitation
 state your reasons for doing so

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PRACTICE 7
The picture below shows the various types of fruits
Based on the picture given, write a speech on the benefits of eating fruits.

In your speech:
 name the various types of fruits
 explain the benefits of eating fruits
 make sure your speech is not less than words.

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PRACTICE 8

Dear Izza,
Post Card Place
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Here
You’re right. This place is exquisitely scenic
and beautiful. I can’t believe that I’m finally NurulIzzaSuhaila
here. I have to pinch myself sometimes No 3, JalanSutera,
because it feels like I’m living in a postcard. Taman Putri
How about you? Did you enjoy the vacation .Pontian, .
with your family last week? Please email me
13300, Pontian, .
and share something about it.
Johor .
- Elyas

You have just received a postcard from your best friend. In about 100 words, write a short
email as a reply to his postcard. Use the notes below to help you.

 Thank him for the postcard


 Tell him where you went for the vacation
 Tell him one interesting thing about the place you visited
PRACTICE 9

Types of English Reading Materials Preferred


by Students of 3 Alpha

Comic Books Fictions Novels


25% 25%

Magazines
40% Non-Fiction Books
10%

Your teacher conducted a survey on the types of reading materials preferred by your class.
He asked for your opinion on why the majority of the students prefer to read magazines. In
about 100 words, write a short opinion on it. Use the notes below to help you.
 Give one reason why many students prefer to read magazine
 Give one example of a magazine that you like to read

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PRACTICE 10

Come and join the fun!

English Language Society is holding an audition to start a new Choral Speaking


group to represent our school this year. Here are the details of the audition:

Day : Monday
Date : 18th March 2014
Time : 2.30 - 4.30 p.m.
Place: School Hall

Everyone is invited to try. For any enquiry, please contact Miss ZabreenaZabir.

You are interested to join the audition. However, you are unable to attend the audition. In
about 100 words, write a note to the teacher, explaining about your situation and requesting
for a chance to audition at another time. Use the notes below to help you.

 Explain the situation


 Give reason
 Request for another audition slot to be set up

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PRACTICE 11

Fashionable Comfortable Value for money


That’s the vision of every pair Fits your foo snugly. You Constructed from quality
of 5ive Ten shoes. Fashionable don’t have to sacrifice your material
sports footwear that is sure to comfort for the sake of Able to withstand extreme
turn heads wherever you go. being fancy and conditions yet very reasonably
fashionable. priced. Come get your own pair
of 5ive Ten now.

Quick! Come get the fancy and fashionable 5ive ten

Imagine that you are a salesperson for the product that is advertised above. In about 100
words, what would you say to a customer to encourage him to buy the product. Use the
notes above to help you.

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PRACTICE 12

You have been dreaming of owning a Macbook Air and it is now on sale. In about 100 words,
write a note to your father, persuading him to buy it for you. Use the notes below to help you.
 Tell him about the sale
 Give reasons why you need a Macbook Air

Year End Sales

 Discounts up to 30
percents
 Special rebates for
students.
 15 free gifts for each
purchase of a Macbook
Air
 Discounts on the
purchase of extended
warranty
 One year complimentary
service of Microsoft
Office 365
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PRACTICE 13

Dearest son,
Grandfather’s 60th birthday is approaching on this coming 25th of April 2014.
Please remember to book a ticket home. Let me know if you have any idea on the types of
birthday presents that I should buy for him.
Till then, take care and bye!
Father

You are unable to return home on the 25th of April 2014. In about 100 words, write a
suitable reply to the above message. Use the notes below to help you.
 explain why you would not be able to return home
 suggest a suitable birthday present for grandfather
 ask father to convey your birthday wish to grandfather

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PRACTICE 14


 Dearest friend,
 Congratulations on your wedding. I am so excited for you. However, I would
not be able to attend your wedding ceremony as I need to look after my son who is still
receiving his medical treatment at Assunta Hospital.
 Hope to hear more from you about your wedding. Bye!
 PnAsiah

You would really like your best friend, PnAsiah to attend your wedding ceremony. In about
100 words, write a message to your best friend. Use the notes below to help you.

 persuade her to come- you will be happier with her presence


 give her an idea that she could perhaps ask somebody else to look after her son on
your wedding day.
 tell her what you have done so far as part of your wedding preparation.

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PRACTICE 15

Dear students,
As you are approaching your examinations, I would like to send my best greetings to you. I
hope that you will perform with utmost dedication. Good luck and we hope you come out with
flying colours.
Mr Tan

You are one of the students who received the above message from your class teacher, Mr
Tan. In about 100 words, write a message to your teacher. Use the notes below to help you:
 thank him for all his hard work in teaching you
 make a request for a final extra class and explain why
 tell your teacher what you have done in preparation for the coming exams.
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PRACTICE 16

Sharon: I think the pair of shoes she’s wearing looks really nice.
Melissa: You wouldn’t be saying that if you knew how much it cost. Just because it is
imported, people end up paying a bomb for such shoes.
Sharon: Well, they might be expensive but you must remember that the quality is good.
I wouldn’t mind paying RM150 for a pair of good shoes.
Melissa: I think it’s totally unnecessary to pay so much for a pair of imported shoes.
Made-in-Malaysia products are just as good and best of all, they don’t cost so much.
Sharon: I suppose you have your own opinion but I still feel imported products are
better.

Whom do you agree with? In about 100 words, write your response. Use the notes below to
help you.

 Provide reasons to support your answer


 Add any other interesting comments
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PRACTICE 17

You are the President of The English Language Society in your school. The society advisor
has requested that you give a speech on ‘The Importance of the English Language’ during the
school assembly. In about 100 words, write the speech. Use the notes below to help you.
 greet your audience
 give reasons why it is important to excel in this language
 thank the audience

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PRACTICE 18

Kalsom: Did you hear what happened to Mokhtar?


WaiLeng: Yes, I did. I think his punishment was a bit harsh.
Kalsom: I disagree with you. Playing truant from school is a serious offence.
Some schools even expel students who do that.
WaiLeng: I’m saying that he should not have been punished, but it shouldnot have
been done in front of the whole school during assembly. It can be very
humiliating, you know.
Kalsom: Well, sometimes people have to learn the hard way. And besides, this is
not the first time he has done it. In the past, he has been let off with a
warning twice.

Whom do you agree with? In about 100 words, write your response. Use the notes below
to help you.

 state your stand


 provide reasons to support your answer
 add any other interesting comments

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PRACTICE 19

Asri is from LahadDatu. He is a new student at your school. Write an e-mail to welcome him
in about 100 words. Use the notes below to help you.
 Welcome him
 Tell him about your school
 Tell him that you are organizing a party for him

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PRACTICE 20

12 April 2014
Dear Sunil,
I’m having some problems with my studies. I’m quite worried as the
examination is just around the corner. Do you have any tips or advice
that could help me to study effectively? I really appreciate it.
Jerry

You are Sunil’s friend. He has written to you to ask for advice. In about 100 words, write a
message to Sunil. Use the notes below to help you.
 Use short notes
 Study consistently
 Practise
 Get help from teachers

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PRACTICE 21
Read the advertisement below.

Pacific Supermarket
MID-YEAR SALE!!!!!
9 JUNE TILL 9 JULY
DISCOUNTS UP TO 70%
Footwear, luggage, sports equipment, FREE PARKINGG
clothes and electrical equipment.

You saw the advertisement above and you would like to invite your sister to go shopping with
her.
In about 100 words, write a message to your sister. Use the notes below to help you.
 Invite her to go with you
 Give reasons
 Tell her what you would like to buy

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PRACTICE 22
Read the postcard below and answer the question that follows.

Dear Arman, To,


Greetings from Penang.Arrived here
from Johore three days ago. I am Arman bin Tamin,
having a whale of a time here. I have 22, JlnBesar,
KampungKurnia,
visited Penang Hill, Botanical 47200 Selangor.
Gardens and the Snake Temple. I
will be home soon.
Susan

You are having a holiday in Cameron Highlands and you would like to inform Susan about
your holiday. In about 100 words, write a letter to Arman. Use the notes below to help you.
 Tell him about your holiday
 Describe the places you have been
 Tell him the things that you have bought

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PRACTICE 23

SENTOSA ENGLISH CAMP

TIMETABLE

7.00 - RISE AND SHINE

7.30 - MORNING EXERCISE

8.00 - BREAKFAST

8.30 - SCRABBLE COMPETITION

9.30 - SPELLING BEE

11.00 - SINGING COMPETITION

12.00 - LUNCH
You attended an English Camp recently. Write an entry in your diary in about 100 words.
Use the following notes to help you.
 Describe the activities carried out
 Write about how you feel about the camp

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PRACTICE 24

ATTENTION TO THE SCHOOL HOCKEY TEAM PLAYERS


Please be informed that the school hockey team will have a practice session this week.
Date : 20 March 2014
Time : 3.30 pm – 6.00 pm
Attendance is compulsory and do not be late!
Mr Andrew

You will be home late as you have to attend a hockey practice after school. In about 100 words,
write a message to your mother informing her that you will be home late. Use the notes below
to help you.

 apologise for coming home late


 give reasons

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PRACTICE 25

Hi Nisha,
Where have you been? All of us were wondering where you were when you did not
come for lunch yesterday. I hope everything is fine with you.
Razien

You receive this text message from your mobile phone while you are on holiday in Langkawi.
In about 100 words, write a postcard to your friend. Use the notes below to help you.

 tell him where you are


 tell him how long you will be there
 list down three activities you are doing there

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No. 1, Taman Sentosa,
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PRACTICE 26

VIVA HOTEL
NO EXTRA
Facilities offered CHARGE FOR
RM 100 FESTIVE
per  swimming pool SEASONS,
room  private beach SCHOOL
per night  barbecue site HOLIDAYS
 gymnasium AND
 free wifi WEEKENDS

You saw this advertisement on your way home. In about 100 words,Write a message to your
father persuading him to stay at the hotel during the school holiday Use the notes below to
help you.

 tell him about the rate of the room


 tell him about the facilities provided
 list down two activities that you can do there

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PRACTICE 27

KAY’S CAFE
Come and enjoy our mouth-watering
Fresh delicacies
Tea for two
from as low
as RM10.00!
cakes ,cup Open daily
From 11.00 a.m – 10.00 pm
cakes
cookies,
pies, pizzas
and
The new café in town Write a message to your friend inviting her to go the café for tea.
the notes below to help you.
Use

sandwiches
 tell her about the opening hours
 tell her about the food sold


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PRACTICE 28

Fantastic Opportunity For Young Writers !


Send in authentic stories and earn RM50.00 upon publication in our newsletter which
will be published every fortnight. Regular entries will get free gifts.

CREATIVE PUBLICATIONS
e-mail to coolbosley@gmail.com

You saw this advertisement in the newspaper. . In about 100 words, Write a message to your
sister asking her to send in her story. Use the notes below to help you.

 tell her about the advertisement


 tell her how she can submit her stories
 list down two reasons why she should participate

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PRACTICE 29

Situation Vacant
An established company is looking for a young man or woman to work as a filing clerk.
Requirements: PMR with credits in Mathematics and English. Previous working experience
is not necessary as training will be provided. Candidates must be fluent in English and
Bahasa Malaysia and must be willing to get along with others. Interested parties should write
to:
The Personnel Manager,
ACE Electrical Company Sdn. Bhd,
1-2A, Shah Alam Industrial Estate,
43000 Shah Alam.

You have just completed your PMR examination and are interested in getting a job. Based on
the information given in the advertisement above, write a letter of application for the job in
about 100 words.
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PRACTICE 30

Kalsom: Did you hear what happened to Mokhtar?


WaiLeng: Yes, I did. I think his punishment was a bit harsh.
Kalsom: I disagree with you. Playing truant from school is a serious offence. Some
schools even expel students who do that.
WaiLeng: I’m saying that he should not have been punished, but it shouldnot have
been done in front of the whole school during assembly. It can be very
humiliating, you know.
Kalsom: Well, sometimes people have to learn the hard way. And besides, this is not
the first time he has done it. In the past, he has been let off with a warning
twice.

Whom do you agree with? In about 100 words, write your response. Use the notes below to
help you.

 Provide reasons to support your answer


 Add any other interesting comments

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PRACTICE 31

FashaSandha
Age : 23
Family background : eldest in a family of two sisters
Education : primary and secondary schooling in SekolahRendah and
SekolahMenengah Convent Pantai respectively. Degree in
Mass Communications from University of Boston in the United
States.
Shows hosted : game shows, talk shows and shows related to music
Hobbies : horse-riding, swimming and travelling
Advice to aspiring tv personalities : Believe in yourself and never let anyone
discourage you

You are the president of the Communications Club in your school. You have been asked to
write a short article about FashaSandha, an ex-student who is a popular television personality
today. In about 100 words, write out the article. You may include any other relevant
information.

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PRACTICE 32

PROGRAMME FOR SPEECH DAY


 6.30 Arrival of invited guests
 7.00 Negaraku
Date : 14 April 2014  7.05 Principal’s opening speech
Place : School Hall  7.15 Fan Dance
Time : 7.00 pm  7.40 Drama : Mahsuri
 8.00 Tamil Dance
 8.15 Presentation Of Prizes
 9.15 End of Prize-giving Ceremony
Your sister is studying in a boarding school. In about 100 words, write a short e-mail to your
sister describing the Speech Day. Use the notes below to help you.
 Date, time and venue
 Your favourite item in the programme
 Your feelings when receiving a prize

Dear____________________________,

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From, ________________________________
PRACTICE 33

You received the following mail in your facebook page.

Dear …………………….,

You might be surprised to receive this mail from me. My friend, Shamir,
gave me your name. I am sure you know Shamir from Facebook. First, let me
introduce myself. My name is Ann Hugo. I am fifteen years old. I live in London.

Shamir said you may be able to help me out. I am planning to visit your
hometown with my family at the end of this year.
I was hoping that you could tell me something about your hometown. Then I
won’t feel so lost when I am there.
Please do reply. I hope we can be friends. Thank you.

 In about 100 words, write a message in your Facebook to Ann.


 Describe your hometown. Use the notes below to help you.
 Location
 How to get there
 Interesting places to visit

Dear Ann,
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PRACTICE 34

This is your friend’s results slip at the end of the year.

SMK SUNGAI ENAM


NAME : DANI WAN
CLASS : 2 ORKID

RESULTS FOR 2014


BAHASA MELAYU BAND 6
ENGLISH BAND 3
MATHEMATICS BAND 5
SCIENCE BAND 5
SEJARAH BAND 5

Your friend, Dani, is worried about her achievement for the English subject. She asked for
your help.In about 100 words, write an e-mail to her.Use the notes below to help you.

 Get help from the teacher


 Get help from friends
 What she can do at home

DearDani,
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PRACTICE 35

Last week you had a fever. You were vomiting and feeling very weak. Then you
were admitted into the hospital for four days. During your stay, your friend, Ning,
visited you every day and helped you with your homework. Now you have just
been discharged and you are recovering at home.

In about 100 words, write a note to Ning to thank her and to show your appreciation.
Use the notes below to help you.
 Thank her for visiting you
 Thank her for helping you with your homework
 Invite her to your house for dinner.

Hello Ning,

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PRACTICE 36

You are interested to take part in the competition below.

SMK SUNGAI ENAM


 ESSAY-WRITING COMPETITION
Come one, come all. Try your hand at writing! Be the next Shakespeare!
Prizes:
First prize : RM 500.00
Second prize : RM 300.00
Third prize : RM 100.00

Three consolation prizes : RM 50.00

The topic for your essay must be based on the theme of saving
theenvironment. It must be between 200 to 300 words.
All essays must be typed in ARIAL (FONT 12) on A4-sized paper.

The last date to hand in your essay is before 15 April 2014.


Please submit your essays to Puan Sharmin Rais personally.

In about 100 words, write a message to PuanSharminRais to inform her that you
will be taking part in the essay-writing competition. Include the notes below in your
message.
 Inform her of your name and class
 The title of your essay
 Ask for her suggestion in searching for information for your essay.
 Arrange for a time to see Puan Sharmin
DearPuanSharmin,

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EXTENDED WRITING

PRACTICE 1
The picture below shows a family having a picnic. Based on the picture given, write
an essay on the picnic.

In your essay:
 describe the picnic area
 describe the activities carried out during the picnic
 make sure your essay is between 150 to 200 words
[30 marks]
PRACTICE 2

Your parents had organized a party to celebrate your birthday. Based on the picture
given, write an essay on your birthday party.

In your essay:describe who your parents invited to the birthday party


 describe the activities carried out during the birthday party
 make sure your essay is between 150 to 200 words
PRACTICE 3

You and your friends were on your way home when you saw an old lady trying to
cross a busy road. Based on the picture given, write an essay on what you and your
friends did to help the old lady.

In your essay:
 describe the old lady
 describe the traffic at the scene of the incident
 make sure your essay is between 150 to 200 words
[30 marks]
PRACTICE 4
Based on the picture given, write an essay on what you and your friends did to help
the people who were hit by a hurricane.

In your essay:
 describe the scene of the hurricane
 describe what you did to help the victims
 make sure your essay is between 150 to 200 words
[30 marks]
PRACTICE 5
The English Language Society of your school had carried out a survey on the
activities carried out by the students in their pastime. Based on the pie chart below,
write a report of the students’ pastime activities.

Students’ Pastime Activities


Sports Activities
15%

Reading Online Games


10% 30%

Watching
Television
20% Facebook
25%

In your essay:
 describe the types of activities carried out
 give reasons for the choice of activities
 make sure your essay is between 150 to 200 words
PRACTICE 6
Your family went to Paradise Island for a few days. Based on the picture given, write
a recount on what you and your family did at the island.

In your essay:
 describe the island
 describe what you did during your stay at the island
 make sure your essay is between 150 to 200 words
[30 marks]
PRACTICE 7

The picture below shows what you did last weekend with your family members.
Based on the picture given, write a description about how you spent your time with
them.

In your description :
 give details of what you and your family did
 suggest ways to foster a closer relationship among family members
 make sure your description is between 150 to 200 words.
PRACTICE 8
The picture below shows an incident of a robbery which you witnessed when you
went shopping with your mother.Based on the picture given write a recount of the
incident.

In your recount:
 give details of the incident
 recommend ways to prevent a robbery
 make sure your recount is between 150 to 200 words
PRACTICE 9
The picture below shows your sister’s 10th birthday party celebration. Based on the
picture given write a story about how you celebrated the birthday party

In your recount:
 give details of the event
 give reasons why we should celebrate birthdays
 make sure your recount is between 150 to 200 words
PRACTICE 10

The picture below shows you and your friends going for a camping trip organized by
the school Scouts Club. Based on the picture given, write a report of your camping
trip.

In your report:
 give details of the trip
 discuss the benefits of co-curricular activities
 make sure your report is between 150 to 200 words
PRACTICE 11
The pictures below show students who are preparing for an examination.
Write an article on how to cope with examination stress.

In your article:
 give details of the problems faced by students while preparing for an
examination
 suggest ways to cope with examination stress
 make sure your article is between 150 to 200 words
Practice 12
The picture below shows a scene in a clinic. Based on the picture given, write
a description on what is happening in the picture.

In your description:
 describe what is happening in the picture
 discuss ways to keep healthy
 make sure your description is between 150 to 200 words
Practice 13

The picture below shows your family spending time together. Based on the
picture given, write a diary entry what you and your family members did on
that day.

In your description:
 give details of the activities
 suggest ways to spend quality time with your family members.
 Make sure your description is between 150 to 200 words
Practice 14

The picture below shows students having a Car-Wash campaign to raise


funds for the school. Based on the picture given, write a recount of their
activity.

In your recount:
 give details of the event
 discuss benefits of this activity
 suggest other activities to raise funds for the school
 Make sure your recount is between 150 to 200 words
Practice 15

The picture below shows a usual scene in a park. Based on the picture given,
describe what is happening in the picture.

In your description:
 give details on what is happening in the picture
 provide examples of other types of activities that people could do in a
park
 make sure your recount is between 150 to 200 words
Practice 16
The advertisement below shows several courses offered by a university
college. Based on the advertisement, write a letter of enquiry regarding one of
the courses offered.

In your letter:
 choose one academic course that you are interested in
 enquire on the minimum requirements in applying for the course
 make sure your letter is between 150 to 200 words
Practice 17

The picture below shows a scene of your school sports day.


Based on the picture given, write an essay to describe the scene.

In your essay:
 describe the scene in detail
 give the advantages of taking part in sports
 make sure your essay is between 150 t0 200 words
Practice 18
Your village was affected by floods. You helped to evacuate the villagers
and their belongings.
Based on the picture given, write a recount of the event.

In your recount:
 give details of the event
 suggest ways to help the flood victims
 make sure your recount is between 150 to 200 words
Practice 19

The picture below shows the scene of the ‘Cleanliness Campaign’ held in your
school. You took part in the campaign. As the President of the Nature Club of the
school, you want to write a report to the school Principal.
Based on the picture given, write a report on how the campaign was carried out.

In your report:

explain what you did and saw during the campaign


suggest ways to beautify your school
make sure your report is between 150 to 200 words.
Practice 20

The picture below shows the Scouts, one of the uniformed units found in most
schools in Malaysia. Based on the picture given, write an essay, stating your opinion
on the benefits of joining the clubs and societies.

When writing your essay:


- state the benefits of joining the clubs and societies
- give reasons why some students do not like to join the clubs and activities.
- make sure your essay is between 150 to 200 words.
PART I –Shorter writing tasks (Remedial exercises)

Practice 1

SCHOOL NOTICE BOARD


The History Society will organize a visit to places of interest around Kuala
Lumpur. Those who are interested in joining the excursion must give their names
and RM10.00 each to EncikHashim before 20 April 2014.
Date : 30 May 2014
Time : 6.30 am – 9.00 pm
Places of interest :Templer Park
Zoo Negara
Museum Negara

Your sister will be going for the trip to Kuala Lumpur. In about 100 words, write a
reminder for her because you will not be at home on 30 May 2014. Use the notes
below to help you.
 bring enough bottled water for the trip
 walk in a group
 always be careful on the road

Number the sentences below in the correct sequence to form the reminder.
Then write the reminder into your exercise book.

SENTENCES
It will be safer than walking alone.
However, you must remember that the weather is quite warm and you
may get dehydrated.
Do not play when crossing the road.
I know you will be going to Kuala Lumpur on 30 May 2014.
Next, always walk in a group.
Take care. Have a good time!
Accidents can happen anywhere, anytime!
I hope that you will enjoy yourself.
Finally, you must always be careful on the road.
So it is better to bring enough bottled water.
Then you do not need to spend your pocket money to buy bottled drinks.
Practice 2

GRAND SALE!
 clothing and footwear at a discount of 30-50%
 gifts and lucky draws for purchase of RM100 and above
 all food items at a discount of 10% (not including fresh food)

Offer valid from 1st May – 14th May, 2014

GAYA SUPERMARKET
NO. 3, JALAN BESAR, 41300 KLANG

Your brother, Ali, who is studying in a residential school, wants to go to the sale. He
wants you to help him ask permission from Mother. In about 100 words, write a
message to your mother. Use the notes below to help you.
 tell your Mum what Ali wants to do
 give reasons why Ali should to go to the sale
 tell your Mum not to worry

Dear Mum,

There is a (1) in the Gaya (2) near Ali’s school. He wants to (3) to the sale because
he (4) to buy some things. He wants a (5) for his test papers. He also (6) a pair of
(7) for participating in the school track events. The supermarket is offering a discount
of (8) for shoes. (9) he can save some money in this way.
Don’t (10) about Ali going shopping, Mum. He can look (11) himself. Anyway, he will
not (12) much as he is very careful with his money. He won’t even buy himself an
(13). Let him (14) to (15) on his own two feet! We should not pamper him too much!
Siti
Fill in the blanksto complete the message. Use the words below to help you.

spend learn sale


file 30% after
stand Supermarket needs
shoes has Ice-cream
so worry go
Practice 3

Your brother, Ali, who is studying in a residential school, wants to go to the sale.
Now, in about 100 words, write an e-mail to Ali telling him that Mum has allowed him
to go shopping. Use the notes below to help you.

 tell Ali about Mum’s decision


 warn him not to overspend
 remind him about coming home for the coming holiday

Dear Ali,

Here is some good news!


First, Mum has given you permission to _____________________
You can _________________________ But you must be careful
________________ Do not ________________________ You need to
______________________ The second piece of good news is she has
banked in ____________________ into your ___________________
Now you are rich! However, the school holidays ___________________
You can come home by _________________ You must remember to

Add in______________________ Go early


phrases of your own to complete theto the _________________
e-mail above.
If not, the tickets may _____________________ Please take
care_______________________See you ____________________

Siti
Practice 4

The following is the itinerary of the National Day Celebration

EVENT : The National Day Celebrations


VENUE : Larkin Stadium, Johor Bahru
GUEST OF HONOUR : The Sultan and Sultanah of Johor
PROGRAMME :
8.00 a.m Arrival of Very Important People and Guest OfHonour
8.30 a.m Singing of the national anthem
Chief Minister’s speech
Performances begin
 Traditional dances
 March past by uniformed bodies
 Float parade
 Concert by top artists

You have attended the event. In about 100 words, write a description of the event to
your cousin.
Use the notes below to help you.
 place, time and the guest of honours
 tentative of the programme
 your personal view of the event

Complete your description by filling in the blanks with the correct answer. The
answer can be found in the itinerary of the programme.
Dear __________________
The ________________________________Celebrations was held at the ________________ in
____________________________.The celebration started at _____________ with the arrival of
_____________________________________________. The guest of honour for the day was
________________________________________________.
The celebration started of with the singing of ________________________________. It is
followed by the ____________________________________. After that, the performances began.
There was a variety of _________________________________ like the zapin, ribbon dance and the
classical Indian dance performed by the school children in beautiful costumes.
The celebration continued with a ________________________________by ____________________
such as the soldiers, the Red Crescent Society and school bands. The highlight was the
___________________________________. Everyone was fascinated by the beautifully decorated
floats. The crowd cheered as the floats went past. The final performance was by the
____________________________ in Malaysia.
In conclusion, I felt very excited and proud to see the celebration and
performances. The audience were very patriotic and I feegrateful for being a Malaysian.
EXTENDED WRITING – GUIDED PRACTICES

GUIDED PRACTICE 1
The picture below shows your school concert which was held last Sunday. Based on
the picture given, write a recount of the event.

In your recount:
 give details of the event
 give the benefits of participating in school activities.
 make sure your recount is between 150 to 200 words

Rearrange the following paragraphs to write the recount of your school


concert

All of us enjoyed the concert very much. Our teachers were surprised that there
were so many talented students in our school. We hope to stage another show at the
end of the third term before the school closes.

The audience enjoyed our play tremendously, judging from the loud applause as
the curtains dropped. The Malay dance performed by the Form Two girls was very
beautiful. The dancers wore Malay costume and had roses in their hair. They looked
graceful and charming in their green 'sarongs' and white 'kebayas' as they danced to
the accompaniment of Malay music.
As a conclusion, I believe there are many benefits for students who participate
their school activities. It helps to develop students talents and potential. Thus, students
become a better person. On the other hand, it also helps to raise the self esteem of a
student.

Last Sunday ourheld school concert . All the classes took part in it. My class put
up a play called 'The Magic Flute'. I can still remember how excited we were when we
tried on our colourfulcostumes. We spent a lot of time on rehearsals.

Besides these items, the School Choir sang Malay and English songs. Form One
girls, too, contributed an item. It was a ribbon dance, using long, colourful ribbons.
GUIDED PRACTICE 2
Recently you have attended a talk on ways to stay healthy given by a doctor. Based
on the illustration below, you are asked to give a speech on ways to stay healthy.

In your speech :
 provide information on ways to stay healthy
 give advice on the importance of being healthy
 make sure your speech is between 150 to 200 words

Using the framework given below, write out your speech.


Good morning to the _____________________________________________
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First of all, we need to do exercises ,________________________________
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Next, we have to eat _____________________________________________
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Besides, we should get enough_____________________________________
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Furthermore, we need practise good personal hygiene ______________
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Last but not least, we must practise all these ways because it is very
important for us to stay healthy.
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Thank you for ________________________________________________________

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