CONTINUOUS WRITING

Continuous writing is a piece of continuous prose, not in note form.

Particular emphasis is placed upon the candidates ability: {what to focus in your essay}
1) To write in accurate Standard English 2) To write in sentences of various lengths 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8)

and types To use wide vocabulary with precisions To punctuate accurately and effectively To write in paragraphs which are linked and show cohesion To spell accurately over the full range of vocabulary To respond with relevance and precision to the chosen topic To engage and sustain the interest of the reader

How your essays are graded Mark Range Description of Criteria Take note that language accuracy forms the main look-out-for Language is entirely accurate Sentence structures are sophisticated, varied and effectively used to achieve an intended effect Vocabulary shows sophistication and used with precision Punctuation is accurate and helpful Spelling is accurate Paragraphs have unity and appropriately linked Interest aroused and sustained throughout An exceptional piece of writing Language is almost always accurate but there may be more minor errors or FDS Errors may also arise from more ambitious structures which are imperfectly understood Sentences show some variation of length and type Vocabulary is wide enough to convey intended shades of meaning with some precision Punctuation is almost always accurate Spelling is nearly always accurate Paragraphs show unity and linked Interest is sustained throughout most of the composition

A 44 - 50

B 38 - 43

Remarks : Excellent students should strive to produce a piece of writing that fulfills the criteria in Bands A or B

Possible topics/Narrative 1. Write a story beginning with:She was 2. Write a story ending with: .. we smiled at each other and went our separate ways. 3. Write a story beginning with:I was 1. 2. 3.

Possible topics/Descriptive A famous person you admire Describe the most popular student in your school. Describe an unforgettable incident that you saw on your was home from school Write about a person who has worked hard to succeed in life Describe an embarrassing experience in your life. Describe the biggest challenge in your life. An enjoyable weekend you have experienced. Describe a festival celebrated in your area.

screaming with joy when..

4. Write a story ending with: I was glad the day had come to an end. 5. Write a story ending with: As I left him, I knew I had done things right. 6. Write a story to illustrate the above saying: Do not judge a book by its cover. 7. Write a story beginning with:I could tell by her face that she was very distressed. 8. Write a story beginning with: I wish he could give me a second chance. 9. Write a story ending with: ...Finally, I have achieved my gratest triumph. 10. Write a story ending with: I didnt know what happiness was until.. 11. Write a story ending with: ...I realised that every word she said was true. 12. Write a story that ends with: I learnt my lesson 13. Write a story ending with: ...I enjoyed the joys and wonders of my childhood years 14. Write a story to illustrate the above saying:Look before you leap 15. Write a story based the above phrase: I wish I could take those words back 16. Write a story that begins with: I started off like any other Sunday morning..

standing alone at the bus stop when suddenly..

4. 5. 6. 7. 8.