DIRECTED WRITING MODULE

MARKING SCHEME PAPER 1

Section A : Directed Writing (35 marks)

Format - 3 marks

Content - 12 marks

Language - 20 marks

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TOTAL : 35 marks

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C LANGUAGE (20 marks)

CRITERIA OR MARKING LANGUAGE

Mark Range Remarks/Description

 The language is entirely accurate apart from occasional first draft slips.
 Sentence structure is varied and sophisticated – shows that the candidate is
A able to use sentence length and type to achieve an intended effect.
 Vocabulary – sophisticated and is used with precision.
 Punctuation is accurate and helpful to the reader.
 Spelling is accurate across the full range of vocabulary used.
19 – 20  Paragraphs have unity and are appropriately linked.
 The style and tone are appropriate for a formal student-principal
communication.

 The language is almost always accurate but there will be minor errors of first
draft slips.
B  Sentence show some variation in length and type, including the confident use
of complex sentences.
 Vocabulary is wide enough to convey intended shades of meaning with some
precision.
16 - 18  Punctuation is almost always accurate and generally helpful to the reader.
 Spelling is nearly always accurate.
 Written in paragraphs which show some unity and are usually linked
appropriately.
 The style and tone are almost appropriate for a formal student-principal
communication.

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  The language is largely accurate..
 Simple structure sentences are used without errors; mistakes may occur
C when more sophisticated structures are attempted.
 Vocabulary is adequate to convey intended meaning although it may not be
sufficiently developed to achieve precision.
 Punctuation is generally accurate although errors may occur in more complex
13 - 15 uses.
 Spelling is generally accurate for common vocabulary.
 Written in paragraphs which show some unity although links may be absent
or inappropriate at times.
 The style and tone maybe generally appropriate for a formal student-principal
communication.

 The language is sufficiently accurate for meaning to come through.

 There will be patches of clarity, accurate language, particularly when simple
D vocabulary and structures are used.
 Mistakes will occur when more complex sentences are attempted.
 There may be some variety of sentence length and type but this may not be
successful in enhancing meaning or arousing interest.
10 - 12  Vocabulary is adequate but lacks precision.
 Punctuation is generally accurate but does not enhance or clarify meaning.
 Simple words are spelt correctly, but errors may occur when unfamiliar words
are used.
 Written in paragraphs which show some unity in topic and attempt to use
links.
 The style and tone may not be entirely appropriate for a report to a principal
but some attempt has been made.
 Meaning is never in doubt, but single word errors are sufficiently frequent
and serious to hamper precision and speed of reading.
E  Some simple structures will be accurate but accuracy is not sustained.
 Vocabulary is limited and either too simple to convey precise meaning or is
imperfectly understood.
 Simple words may be spelt correctly but frequent mistakes in spelling and
7-9 punctuation make reading the script difficult.
 Paragraphs lack unity. Links are incorrectly used. There may be errors of
sentence separation and punctuation.
 The style and tone are unlikely to be appropriate or a report. It may not show
understanding of the detailed requirements of the task.

 Meaning is fairly clear but the incidence of errors is high and definitely
U(i) impedes the reading.
 A script at this level will have few accurate structures.
 Vocabulary may not extend beyond a simple range of words that are
inadequate to express intended shades of meaning.
4–6  There may be frequent spelling errors.
 Punctuation will sometimes be used correctly but sentence separation errors
may occur.
 Paragraphs may not be used, or if used, show a lack of planning.
 The style and tone are inappropriate.

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  Sense will be decipherable but some of the errors will be multiple in nature
requiring the reader to re-read and reorganize before meaning becomes
U (ii) clear.
 Whole sections may make little or no sense. They are unlikely to be more
2-3 than one or two accurate sentences. The content is incomprehensible but its
style and tone are hidden by the density of errors.

 Scripts in this category are most entirely impossible to recognize as pieces of

U (iii) English.
 Whole sections may make no sense at all or are copied from the task.
0-1  Award ‘1’ mark I some sense can be obtained.
 The mark ‘0’should only be awarded if the talk makes no sense at all from the
beginning to the end.

DOING DIRECTED WRITING

1. Find the bold word in the first part of the question to know which format to
be used.
The formats are:
a. Article
b. Informal letter
c. Formal letter
d. Speech/ talk
e. Report
2. Use the correct format.
3. Write the opening of your essay
The opening of the questions can be used as the opening of your essay
4. Write the points
Use all the points given. DO NOT LEAVE OUT ANY OF THE WORDS
5. Write closing

FINDING TITLE / TOPIC

1. The topic or title of your essay is given in the question.

2. First you need to search for the title in the sentence with the bold word.
i. Find on / about / word ending with ing
ii. Your topic is after on / about / word ending with ing

iii. Eg: You find that many of your friends are under a lot of pressure.
They spend most of their time studying and appear to suffer from
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 stress. Write an article for your school newsletter on how to cope
with stress. Include the following points:

3. If there is no ‘on or about’ in the sentence with the bold word, the title
would be in the first sentence of the question after ‘the, a or an’
Eg: There are a few matters in your school which would be improved. The
school’s Prefect’s Board has had a meeting. The prefects have decided
to write a report for the principal. As the secretary to the board, you
have been asked to write the report.

OPENING

1. Opening of your Directed Writing essay is given in the question.

2. It is the first and/or the second paragraph before the points of the question.
3. Do not take the sentence that has these words:
a. Below
b. The points
c. The following
d. Include all the points
- Slash down the sentence.
4. Underline all the ‘you’ and ‘your’ in the paragraph/s.
5. Change the ‘you’ –‘ I’ when ‘you’ is the subject of the sentence.
6. ‘you’ will be ‘me’ when ‘you’ is after the verb of the sentence.
7. ‘your’ should be changed to ‘our’ when the word after ‘your’ is ‘school’ or ‘teacher’.
8. Change ‘a/an’ after the word write to this
9. Change the words after the bold word and for to “you”
Eg: ……… The prefects have decided to write a report for the principal.
you

ARTICLE

FORMAT
1. Topic/title
2. Opening
3. Body: Points
4. Ending
Example:

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 I hope the suggestions above would help you/us to ____title_______.
You will never know unless you try it.

Sample question:
You went for a talk on ‘How Teenagers Can Quit Smoking@. Write an article about
the contents of the talk – giving advice and tips on the topic to your schoolmates.
Below are some notes you have made during the talk:
Why smoking is bad?
 smoking can cause cancer in the long run
 devastating immediate effects such as chronic cough, reduced stamina, bad breath,
yellow teeth and stinky clothes
 changes in identity or persona – feel more macho, sexy, independent or grown-up
when they smoke
How to overcome the problem?
 say no to friends who offer you to smoke
 if your parents smoke, it is not necessary for you to follow
 see a counsellor to get advice about quitting smoking
 have a strong will to stop
 get involved in extracurricular activities

Sample of an Article:
How Teenagers Can Quit Smoking Title/topic
By Doli Dollah Writer’s name

I attended a talk on ‘How Teenagers Can Quit Smoking last 0pening

weekend. A reknowned speaker and therapist Dr Jalil Jalal gave the talk.
It was very informative and I would like to share some tips with you.

If you are a smoker, it is time you quit. Do you know why smoking is
bad for you? Smoking can cause cancer in the long run. But there are C1
many immediate effects that you must be aware of. The immediate
devastating effects are chronic cough and reduced stamina in doing C2, C3
your work. It also gives you bad breath and yellow teeth. Aside from C4
that it makes your clothes smell stinky. Some of you smoke to change C5
identity or persona. You may want to feel more macho, sexy and
independent. Some of you may even feel grown-up when you smoke. But C6
whatever the reason, it is time to stop. You might feel independent or
grown-up but in actual truth you are addicted to smoking and thus it will be
harder to quit.

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 How can you overcome this problem? First, if your friends are the
main cause, say no to those who offer you to smoke. If your parents
smoke, it is not necessary for you to follow. In fact, you can even C7
advise them to quit smoking. Develop a strong will power to stop C8
smoking. Concentrate on studying and do not let your mind wonder. Get C9
involved in extracurricular activities to keep your mind off smoking.
These facts are not new to you but they may serve as reminders. C10
Those who smoke not only endanger you life but also make the lives of your
loved ones unhappy because in the long run, they will see you suffer due to Closing
smoking. So please stop right now.

Question 1 (SPM E1119 2001):

You find that many of your friends are under a lot of pressure. They spend most of their
time studying and appear to suffer from stress. Write an article for your school
newsletter on how to cope with stress. Include the following points:

 regular exercise
 hobbies
 plan a timetable
 work in groups
 balanced meals
 enough sleep
 study skills
 make a check-list
 seek advice
 games
 talk to your family
 listen to music

You should use all the points given above and add two new points of your own.

When writing the article, you should remember:

- to give a title
- that your readers are mainly students
- to include all the points given
- to add two new points of your own
- to write in paragraphs
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Question 2 (SPM E1119 1997):

You are the secretary of a school nature club called “Friends of the Environment”.

The club:

is open to students of all forms

is an approved co-curricular activity

has the full support of the Principal and teachers

helps the community

undertakes projects such as litter collection, recycling and tree-planting

presents a certificate at the end of each year to members

Write an article for your school newspaper, based on the information given. Your article
must be between 150 – 200 words. It should inform students about the nature club and
persuade them to join.

You must:
 provide a title
 write in three paragraphs
 include the following points in your article:
 who may join
 the club’s role in the school programme
 kind of projects undertaken
 what other people think about the club
 annual award

Add details of your own to make the article more interesting.

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Question 3 (SPM E1119 2008):

You recently attended a leadership camp organised by your school. At the camp, one of
your friends was chosen as the best group leader. You have been asked to write an article
about your friend for your school magazine.

Write your article based on the information below.

Name

Friend’s Age
details
Family background

School attended

Responsible

Reasons Caring
Best why
Group he/she Best speaker for camp
Leader was debate
chosen
Voted the most
co-operative

Awards Certificate of Achievement

received
RM500

When writing the article, you should remember:

 to give a suitable title
 to give your name as the writer
 to use all the points given
 to provide an ending
 to add two other reasons why your friend was chosen
 that your readers are students of your school

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Section A (SPM E1119 2014)

Crime prevention is everyone’s responsibility.

Your teacher has asked you to write an article for your school magazine on how to ensure safety in
the neighbourhood. Using the information in the poster below, write your article.

CRIME PREVENTIONS

Your Housing Estate You

 neighbourhood patrol  martial arts classed

 campaigns  whistle
 pepper spray
Your neighbours Your house

 know them
 telephone numbers  lock all doors
 lights on at night
 alarm

 Police

When writing your article, you must:

 give your article a title
 include the name of the writer
 use all the points given
 suggest two other ways school children can stay safe on the way home

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 FORMAL LETTERS

FORMAT

1. Name and address of the sender at the top left-hand corner of the letter.
2. Draw a line across the page just below the address.
Example:
Khairul Bariah Musa
SMK Abdul Jalil,
43100, Hulu Langat,
Selangor.

3. Name, position and address of the person you are writing to.
4. Date on the right hand side of the letter on the same line as the last line of the
address
Example:
Mr Muhammad Amir Hanif
The Manager,
Travel & Living Limited,
54100, Kuala Lumpur. 1 DECEMBER 2006

5. Write the greeting after the address

Example:
Dear Sir/ Madam,

6. Write the subject heading/ title after the greeting and underline it.
DO NOT PUT A FULL STOP AFTER IT!
7. Write introduction – given in the question
Example:
I read your advertisement in The Premier Times and decide to apply for
the post of Telemarketing Executive.

8. Write the body – the points. Number each paragraph.

9. Write the conclusion/ ending of the letter.
Example:
I hope to receive a favourable reply from you soon.
Thank you.

10. Write Yours sincerely/ yours faithfully

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 11. Sign your name
12. Write your name in capital letters
Example:
Yours sincerely,
Khairul Bariah
(KHAIRUL BARIAH)

Sample Question:
You read the following advertisement in a newspaper and decide to apply for
the post. Write a letter to the Personnel Manager, enquiring about the job
vacancy.

Telemarketing Executive

Job : Looking for clients through phone or at the company booth in

complexes

Qualifications : SPM or equivalent

Skills : Must be fluent in English and Bahasa Malaysia or English and

Chinese languages

Salary : Good basic and commission – possibility of promotion after a

year

Write to:
Personnel Manager
P.O. Box 3345,
55000 Kuala Lumpur
No experience needed
(Training will be provided)

When writing your letter, you should remember to include the following:
- the title of the letter
- the salutation
- the ending
- include all the points given

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SAMPLE FORMAL LETTER:

Amirah Balqis Bt Mohd Zuki, Address of

82, Taman Anggerik Villa, the sender
43000, Kajang,
Selangor.

Personnel Manager, Address of

P.O. Box 3345, the receiver
55000 Kuala Lumpur. 3 JULY 2008 Date

Dear Sir, Salutation

Application for the Post of Telemarketing Executive Topic/title

I read your advertisement in The Premier Times and decide to Opening

apply for the post of Telemarketing Executive.

2. I passed my SPM examination in 2005. I can speak C1

English and Malay languages well. During my school days, I have C2
won many elocution contests in Malay and in English. Aside from
that, I have also a very good command of the Chinese
languages.
C3

3. Even though I do not have the necessary experience, I am

willing to work hard and learn from your training sessions. I will be C4
pleased to attend any interview if necessary.

4. I hope with the above qualifications you will give me a

favourable reply. Closing

Thank you.

Signature
Yours sincerely,
Amirah balqis
(AMIRAH BALQIS)

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Question 1 (SPM E1119 1998)
You read the following advertisement in a newspaper and decide to organise a visit
to the factory for your school consumer club.

VISIT THE YUM YUM CHOCOLATE FACTORY

Open for visitors from September until December

Mondays only
10.00 a.m. – 3.00 p.m.

 students parties welcomed

 see chocolate made – from bean to bar
 opportunity to buy at discounted prices
 information packs will be given away free
 parking is available upon request

Visits by arrangement only. Please apply in writing to:

The Manager
Yum Yum Chocolate Factory,
134, Jalan Perwira 1,
Bukit Cadbury,
Johor Bahru.

As the secretary of the club, write a letter to the factory manager requesting a
visit.
You must include the following information in your letter:
 day, date and time of visit
 name of school, and contact number
 number of students going and teachers accompanying
 mode of transport
 your choice of activity during the visit
When writing the letter, remember to:
- set out the letter correctly
- include any other information from the advertisement which you consider
relevant.

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Question 2 (SPM E1119 2003)
Your class would like to make a trip after the end-of-the-year examination. You
are the class monitor. You get a message from your teacher, who is away from
school, asking you to discuss with the students where they would like to go. You
have been given the following information on the two trips.
Write a formal letter to your teacher stating the choice made by your class and
give reasons for the choice.

TRIP TO THE CITY TRIP TO THE SEASIDE

 DATE: 2 - 4 December
 DATE: 15 – 17 December
 DURATION: 3 days and 2 nights
 DURATION: 3 days and 2 nights
 ACCOMODATION: Camps
 ACCOMODATION: Hotel
 COST PER PERSON: RM80.00
 COST PER PERSON: RM120.00
 Activities:
 Places of interest:
- Swimming
- Art gallery
- Boat rides
- Shopping complexes
- Games on the beach
- Parks and gardens
- Jungle trekking
- Zoos
- campfires
- Museums

When writing the formal letter you should remember to:

- make a choice of one trip
- give reasons using all the information given on the trip of your choice

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Question 3 (SPM E1119 2013)
You have just returned from a visit to Indah Recreational Park. You found the park in poor
condition.

Write a letter of complaint to the Town Council based on the notes you have made.

 not enough facilities

- no restaurants

 rubbish everywhere
- not enough dustbins

 dirty public toilets

- smelly

 grass not cut

- snakes

 information lacking
- no signposts

 vandalism
- public telephones not working

When writing the letter, you should remember to:

- lay out the letter correctly (addresses, date, salutation, title, closing)
- use all the notes given

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 INFORMAL LETTERS

FORMAT OF AN INFORMAL LETTER

1. Your address at the top right hand corner or the letter

39, Jalan Berlian,
40000, Shah Alam,
Selangor.
2. Date below the address
23 April 2008
3. Greeting or salutation
Eg: Dear Mei Li,
4. Opening of a letter

Sample:

How are you these days? I hope you are doing fine. I am fine too.
Now I am busy preparing for my SPM.

5. Opening according to question

Sample question:
You have just listened to a talk on how to prevent crimes in your
neighbourhood. Your cousin had told you that the crimes in her neighbourhood are
increasing. Write a letter to your cousin to tell her what you have learnt.

Sample opening:
I have just listened to a talk on how to prevent crimes in my neighbourhood
and you had told me that the crimes in your neighbourhood are increasing. I write
this letter to you to tell you what I have learnt.

6. Body - the points given

*REMEMBER: ALWAYS STATE YOUR POINT IN A SIMPLE STATEMENT!

7. Closing
8. Signature

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Sample letter:

6, Jalan Batu 14, Address

43100 Hulu Langat,
Selangor.
10 September 2016 Date

Dear Jasmine, Salutation

How are you these days? I hope you are doing fine. I am fine too. Opening of a
Now I am busy preparing for my SPM. It is stress full. letter
I remember you telling me the last time we met that the crime Opening
rate in your neighbourhood is increasing. I’ve just been to a talk last according to
week about how to prevent crimes in the neighbourhood. I would like to question
share what I have learnt from the talk with you.
First, keep all doors and gates securely locked with padlocks. If
you have automatic gate that would be better. Make sure you do not
allow any sales persons into your house compound. You can talk to them
without opening the gate. All your doors and windows must be grilled so
that it will be difficult for a thief to enter the premise.
I know you and your family love going out especially on holidays.
Therefore make sure you leave some lights on. By doing this, the thieves Body
will think there are people in the house. You could also inform your
neighbours or the patrolling police that you will be away for many days.
If you can afford it, install an alarm system in your house. Never
keep any valuables such as jewellery in the house. You should keep them
in the bank instead. You have a big compound with fruit trees, so take
away any ladders used for climbing the trees. They will give ideas to the
thieves to break into your house.
I hope these tips could help you to prevent any break ins. I think
that is all for now. Till we meet again. Send my regards to all at home. Closing
Bye.

Your cousin Signature

melor

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Question 1 (SPM E1119 2000)

You are away from home and wish to buy a present for your brother on his birthday. He
bought you an expensive gift on your birthday so you would like to get him something
special.

You have two items in mind for him but you do not have enough money. Using the
information given below, write a letter to your mother asking her for some money.

In your letter:

 compare both items

 state the item that you have chosen
 state the amount of money you have and the amount you need
 give reasons for your choice by providing information about
- what your brother’s hobbies are
- what you know about your brother
- previous birthday gifts he has received

Use the specifications of the items given below to support your request.

Danon Camera Bicycle

Specifications: Specifications:
 RM250.00  RM250.00
 Fully automatic  5-gear
 Panoramic view  Adjustable seat

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Question 2 (SPM E1119 2005)

You have just returned from a three-day outdoor activity camp. You have decided to write
a letter to a friend about your experiences at the camp. Write your letter based on all
the notes below.

 who organised the camp

 date of the camp
 transport to the campsite
 number or participants
 locations of the camp
 accommodation
 give two relevant examples of:
- activities
- benefits
- problems

When writing the letter you should remember:

 to lay out the letter correctly

 to use paragraphs
 that your letter is to a friend

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Question 3 (SPM E1119 2006)

Your friend, who lives in another town, wants to know whether he/she should run for the
post of Head Prefect. Write a letter to your friends giving reasons why he/she would
make a good Head Prefect.

Use the notes given below to write your letter.

Personal Qualities:

 Friendly
 Responsible
 Helpful

Academic Performance:

 Intelligent student
 Hard-working
 Problem solver

Co-curricular Involvement:

 Blue House Captain

 Secretary of English Language Society
 School debater

Other points:

 Lives near school – able to sacrifice time

 Good study habits – academic performance will not be affected
 Popular with students and teachers

When writing your letter, you should remember to include the following:

 Address
 Salutation/greeting
 Close
 All the notes given

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Question 4 (SPM E1119 2010)

Your cousin has been chosen to take part in the National Service Programme and is worried
about going. You have decided to write a letter to tell him/her about the benefits of this
programme and to encourage your cousin to go.

Use the notes below to write your letter.

 develop good habits

 make new friends

 learn leadership skills/ responsibility

 exciting activities

 see different parts of Malaysia

 be independent

 gain new experiences

 teamwork

 strengthen love of country

 keep fit and healthy

 learn survival skills

 discipline

When writing the letter, you must:

 lay out your letter correctly (address, greeting, closure)
 use all the notes given
 remember that your letter is to your cousin

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Question 5 (SPM E1119 2012)

Your younger sister is studying overseas. You have decided to write a letter to advise her
on how to spend her money wisely.

Use the notes given below to write your letter.

 shopping list
- necessary items

 compare prices
- cheaper brands

 budget
- what you can afford

 buy during sales

- discounts

 own cooking
- cheaper

 leisure time activities

- think about cost

When writing the letter, you must remember to:

 lay out your letter correctly (address, greeting, closing) .
 use all the notes given
 remember that your letter is to your younger sister

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 REPORT

Format of a report

1. Name of the person/ the position at the top whom the report is addressed to
Example:
To: Mr. Kino, The Principal of SMK Batu Timbul

2. Title of your report at the top left-hand corner of the paper

3. Opening

4. Body - the points given

5. Conclusion

Example:
I hope you will look into his matter immediately in order to improve the
state of discipline in this school. (the one underlined should be changed
according to topic)

6. At the end of the report, write your name and sign the report
Example:

Prepared by,

…………………………
(ROHANI RAMLEE) (most important to write)
Secretary of School Prefect’s Board (should be written if given in
the qn)
SMK Batu Timbul

REMEMBER TO STATE YOUR POINTS IN SIMPLE STATEMENTS

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 Sample: Report

To : Encik Abdullah Bakri, Addressee

Principal, SMK Bukit Tinggi

Title: Charity Run 2013 Title

SMK Bukit Tinggi annual Charity Run for 2013 was held on 18th Opening
September. The event was originally scheduled to start at 6.30 a.m.
but the flag-off only took place at 7 a.m. due to the rain. Like the
past years, the run started and ended at the school field.

The purpose of this year's Charity Run is to raise funds for the local
orphanage. Participants were charged a RM15 registration fee that Body
includes some mineral water and a t-shirt.

The entire route of the run was 10.5 kilometres. A total of 578
students throughout the school took part in the event. Nur Amalina
from Form 5B came out first, followed by Boon Keat from 5A,
second and Ganesh Lingam from 4D, third. The winners were
presented with medals and hampers by the President of the Parent –
Teacher Association, Datuk Rahim Mahmud.

While the event was successfully completed, there were some

incidents that occurred during the run. Two participants lost their
belongings. Both of them left their bags at the side of the field
despite being repeatedly reminded by the organisers not to do so.
Participants were advised to leave their belongings in the hall next Body
to the field where there were students on duty. Fortunately, they
only lost small amounts of money and some snacks.

Apart from that, some participants also sustained minor injuries.

This was due to the fact that they did not do warm-up exercise
before running. As a result, they suffered cramps halfway through
the run. They were immediately attended to by the medical team on
standby and recovered after a short rest.

From this year's event, it is clear that there are still room for
improvement in the organisation of this event. For example, more
refreshment stands should be made available throughout the course
of the run. This will ensure that participants are well hydrated while
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running.

Besides, more volunteers should be brought in to control and direct Closing

traffic where the route meets with the main street. This will ensure
the safety of the participants as well as the safety of road users
passing by the area.

Reported by, Addresser

Secretary,
Organising Committee,
Charity Run 2013,
SMK Bukit Tinggi.

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Question 1 (SPM E1119 1999)
You are very disappointed by the conditions and services provided by your school library.
You decided to write a report to inform your principal about the poor conditions and
services of the library. These would include:

- rude librarians
- insufficient space to sit and read
- old and uncomfortable furniture
- old and torn books
- media equipment not functioning

Write your report.

You should use all the notes given above and elaborate on each of the points given.

When writing the report you should remember:

 to address it to the Principal of your school

 to use all the points given
 to elaborate on the notes provided
 that this is a formal report and should be written as such

Question 2 (SPM E1119 2004)

There are a few matters in your school which could be improved. The school’s Prefect’s
Board has had a meeting. The prefects have decided to write a report for the principal.
As the secretary to the board, you have been asked to write the report.

In your report, include the following:

• The unsatisfactory service and high food prices in the school canteen
• The urgent need to improve the cleanliness of the school
• The request for a pedestrian or zebra crossing in front of the school

Do remember to:
 give your report a title
 use all the points given
 provide two relevant details/ examples for each of the four points
 write in paragraphs

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Question 3 (SPM E1119 2009)
Many of your schoolmates are not interested in sports. You have carried out a survey on
the reasons for their lack of interest. Based on your findings, write a report to the
Principal regarding the matter. In your report give reasons for the lack of interest in
sports and provide suggestions to overcome the problems.

Use the following notes to write your report.

REASONS

 Students  Parents  Facilities

- attitude - emphasis on academic - insufficient sports
- lack of time performances equipment
- tuition classes - poor condition –
field, courts

SUGGESTIONS

Stress the Improve Organise

importance facilities more
of sports competitions

Dialogue with Employ Offer

parents qualified attractive
trainers prizes

When writing the report, you must:

- address your report to the Principal

- provide a title
- include your name
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 - use all the notes given
QUESTION 4 (SPM E1119 2017)

Getting to school on time is very important but many students in your school often arrive
late. The Principal has asked you to carry out a survey to find out why they arrive late.

Based on your findings, write a report to the Principal and suggest ways to solve the

problem.

In your report, include the following:

Details of the survey:

 purpose of the survey
 why arriving on time is important
 when the survey was carried out
 number of students involved in the survey
Reasons given by students:
 walking up time
 transport
 distance from home
 [give one more reason]

What school can do: What students can do:

 awareness campaign  use alarm clock

 [suggest one more idea]  [suggest one more idea]

When writing the report, you must:

 use the appropriate format (write to the Principal, provide a title and give your
name as the writer)
 develop all the points given
 give your own ideas when needed

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QUESTION 5 (SPM E1119 2018)

During the last school holidays, your school hosted a week-long visit for international
students. As one of the students involved in organizing the visit, you have been asked to
write a report to the Teacher Advisor.

In your report, include the following:

 International students
- number
- nationality
- age group

 Reasons for the visit

- good for international relations
- [give one more reason]

 Accomodation
- Where

 Activities
- cooking lessons
- traditional games
- [give one more activity]

 Opinions form international students

- beautiful beaches
- [give one more opinion]

 Future international students visits

- [give one recommendation]

When writing the report, you must:

 use the appropriate format (write to the Teacher Advisor, provide a title and give
your name as the writer)
 develop all the points given
 give your own ideas when needed

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 TALKS
Format
1. Greet or address the audience
Example:
a) If you are a student:
Good morning to our beloved principal, (name of the Principal),
teachers and fellow students.

b) If you are a guess speaker:

Good morning to the principal of SMK Padang Bunut, teachers and
students.

2. Introduce yourself
Example:
My name is _________________ from form _______________.
Or
I am _____________________.

3. Introduction of the speech

USE THE INTRODUCTION OF THE QUESTION AS YOUR OPENING.

4. Body of the speech

STATE YOUR POINTS IN SIMPLE STATEMENTS

5. Ending.
That is all for today. I hope you have benefited from my talk on
(topic of the talk) . Thank you for listening.

Sample Talk :
Good morning to our beloved principal, Puan Atri Zaharah, teachers and Greeting
my fellow students. My name is Anis Suraya from form 5 Jujur.

Last week I have attended a seminar on how to raise awareness of Introduction

consumerism among students. It was a very enlightening one for me.
Today, I, as the president of the Consumer Club of our school, would like to
share with all of you what you should do as a consumer.

The first is to think before you buy. You should buy what you really Body
need. This would avoid wastage. Second, do not be carried away by C1
advertisements. Advertisements are used to persuade people to buy C2
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things. They exaggerated the uses of the products. As a consumer, you
need to be objective when buying a product and not be influenced by the
advertisements.
C3
You should compare the prices of the products. You should always go
to many shops to compare the prices of the same products. This would help
you to save money and being cheated of the actual price. Always read the C5
labels for ingredients. Some of the things used in a product might not be
good to some people. It might cause allergic reaction.
body
Check the expiry date of a product especially for perishable goods C6
for example bread and cakes. You do not want to buy things you cannot
consume. Next you should make a complaint if the product is faulty. C7
Instead of exercising your right, many would buy a new one to replace the
faulty one. The reason is simple, you do not have time to do so. Lastly is
lodging a report to the Consumer Association if you are cheated. The C8
Consumer Association would help you in getting your right if you do not
know how.

That is all for now. I hope you have benefited from my talk on Ending
consumerism. Thank you for listening. Topic

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Question 1 (SPM E1119 2002)

Road accidents have been on the increase with more young people becoming victims. Your
school has decided to launch a “Road Safety Week” to raise awareness among students of
the need to be more responsible on the road. As chairperson of the school’s organising
committee, you have been asked to give a talk to other students on road safety.

Below are some notes you have made on the reasons why road accidents occur and
suggestions to reduce the number of accidents.

Reasons
 speed
 reckless driving
 tiredness
 racing
 poor maintenance of vehicles
 road conditions

Suggestions
 strict enforcement of traffic rules
 increase fines
 road-worthy vehicles
 awareness campaigns
 increase age limit for new drivers
 suspend driving licence

Write out the talk that you would give. When writing what you plan to say, you should
remember to:
- address the audience
- introduce the talk
- use all the notes above
- end the talk appropriately

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QUESTION 2 (SPM E1119 2007)

You have been asked by your teacher to give a talk on a reference book that is useful for
the secondary students. You have decided to talk about a science book.

Use the following notes about the book to write your talk.

Details of the book Reasons why the book is useful

- Title : Science Made Easy - attractive presentation

- Author : Sharifah Shazana - clear explanation
- Publisher : Bunga Publication - helpful diagrams
- variety of exercises
- sample answers
- practice question papers
- useful tips

When writing the talk, you should remember:

- to use an appropriate greeting and closing
- to state the purpose of the talk
- to use all the notes given
- to give two other reasons of your own
- that the talk is for school students

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QUESTION 3 (SPM E1119 2011)

You attended a workshop organised by the state's Red Crescent Society on how to manage
a sprained ankle. Your teacher advisor has asked you to give a talk io the Red Crescent
Society members in your school to upgrade their skills in giving first-aid treatment.

Use the notes below to write your talk:

 rest onkle
- don't wolk

 apply ice
- 20 minutes
- reduce swelling .

 bandage ankle (not too tightly)

- stobilise ankle
- ensure continuous blood flow .

 roise higher thon hip

- prevent further swelling

 no massaging
- prevent more injury

When writing the talk, you must remember to:

 greet your audience
 mention the purpose of the talk
 include all the points given
 end your talk appropriately

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QUESTION 4 (SPM E1119 2015)

Your school is organising a ceremony for your favourite English teacher who is retiring.
You have been asked to give a farewell speech.

Use the notes below about your teacher to write your speech.

• Number of years teaching at your school

• Previous schools

• Achievements
– 100% passes English Language
– Innovative Teacher Award

• Contributions to the school

– Head of English Panel
– Teacher advisor – debating team
– Organiser – charity events

• Teacher’s plans after retirement

– Plan 1 [give your own idea]
– Plan 2 [give your own idea]

• Your opinion of the teacher

• One good memory you have of your teacher

• Wish your teacher well for the future

When writing the speech, you should remember to:

• greet the audience

• state the purpose of your speech

• use all the notes given

• give your own ideas when needed

• end your speech appropriately

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QUESTION 5 (SPM E1119 2016)

Your teacher is organising a study trip. She has suggested either a visit to a television
factory or a trip to a tea plantation. Using the information in the table below, write a talk
to persuade your classmates to choose one of the trips.

In your talk, you should:

 describe all the details of the two trips

 state which trip you think is more suitable

 suggest one thing students will learn from the trip

DM Television Factory SL Tea Plantation

How far? 2 kilometres 250 kilometres
How long? One day Two days
Where to stay? Not needed Hotel
How much? No cost RM100
Transport? No School bus

When writing the talk, you must:

 use an appropriate greeting
 state the purpose of the talk
 use all the notes given
 give your own ideas when needed
 use an appropriate closing

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Enrichment Exercises

Question 1
The school canteen is a place where most of the students in your school spend their time after
hours of learning session. As one of the daily visitors of the canteen, you found that the canteen
service is poor recently. You have carried out a survey to get more information about this
situation from other students. Based on your findings, write a report to the Principal regarding
the matter. In your report, tell the principal how poor the canteen service is.

Oily fried ‘keropok

Unhealthy Food lekor’
Less vegetable

Stain glasses
Poor Service Lack of Cleanliness
Messy counter

Broken benches
Poor Facilities
Slow water

When writing the report, you must remember to :

 Address your report to the principal
 Provide a title
 State the writer of the report
 Use all the notes given
 Give three suggestions to improve the situations.

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Question 2
As the head of the Student’s Disciplinary Board, you are very concerned over the increasing number of
complaints filed by students about those who are involved in gangsterism in schools. Write an article
for your school newsletter on how to prevent gangsterism in schools.

Use the notes below to write your article.

• motivational talks
• campaigns
• recreational activities
• weekend activities
• community work
• close monitoring by teachers
• regular spot checks
• counselling sessions
• peer observation
• fines
• harsh punishment
• rewards

When writing the article, you should remember:

• to give it a suitable title

• to mention the writer’s name
• to use all the notes given
• that your readers are mainly students

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Question 3
The Ministry of Health has launched the Healthy Lifestyle Campaign with the theme ‘Promotion
of a Healthy Family’. As a president of your school’s Health Club, you have been asked to give a
speech during assembly. Write out your speech based on all the notes below.

• Eat healthy
- Choose foods that are low in fat, cholesterol, salt and sugar
- Eat more fruits and vegetables
• Exercise regularly
- At least three times a week
- 20 – 30 minutes each time
- Go for a walk, jog or cycle
- Do gardening
• Don’t smoke
- Make your home tobacco-free
• Practice religious and moral values
- Practice love, understanding, tolerance, respect and responsibility

When writing the speech you should remember to:

• address the audience appropriately

• use all the points given
• write in paragraphs

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Question 4
As the Head Prefect, you have been asked by your teacher to give a speech during the assembly on
“How to help the physically challenged in our community”. Use the following notes to write your
speech.

 volunteer to help them

 teach them useful skills
 continued education
 extra classes
 equal opportunity
 families/friends
 talks by successful physically- challenged people
 special day- games/events/sports
 more disabled- friendly buildings
 special toilet, public phones

When writing the speech, you should remember:

 to use an appropriate greeting and closing

 to state the purpose of your speech
 to use all the notes given
 to give two other reasons of your own
 that the speech is for the school students

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Question 5

Students use the internet for various reasons. You have been asked to share your views on the
advantages and disadvantages of the Internet with your peers. Write out your speech.

Use the notes below to write your speech:

ADVANTAGES DISADVANTAGES

 access to information  malware causes harm

 enhance relationships
 spread rumours

 online shopping
INTERNET  online cheating

 online banking
 steal personal
information
 watch movies

 exposure to
 play games pornography

 internet addiction

When writing the speech, you should remember:

 to give a suitable title
 to give your name as the writer
 to use all the information given
 to provide an ending
 use all the information given
 that your readers are students of your school

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Question 6
You attended a seminar organized by the Rotary Club on the overall well-being of a young
Malaysian. As the president of the Interact Club of your school, give a talk to the members of
the Interact Club about the overall well-being of a young Malaysian.

Use the notes below to write your talk:

THE OVERALL WELL-BEING OF A YOUNG MALAYSIAN

 SELF-DISCIPLINE
 Time management
 Personal schedule
 Hobby

 GENERAL HEALTH
 Balanced diet
 Enough sleep
 Exercise

 TREND
 Clean
 Practical
 Suit lifestyle

 GOALS
 Improve grades
 Further studies
 Achieve Ambition

When writing your talk, you must remember to:

 Greet your audience

 Mention the purpose of your talk
 Include all the points
 End your talk appropriately

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Question 7
Your cousin has just enrolled in a boarding school. She asks you to give some advice on how
she can be a good student. Use all the notes below to write your letter.

 have a balanced lifestyle

- sufficient sleep and stay focussed
- adequate exercise and recreation
 schedule your study time
 develop self-discipline
 should follow the school rules
 plan and organise your day
 do not procrastinate
 participate actively in school activities
 careful in choosing friends
 study in groups - discussion
 ask for help when needed

When writing the letter, you must remember to:

 use the correct format

 include all the notes given
 write in paragraphs

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Question 8
Recently discipline has become a serious problem in your school. You have carried out a survey
on the causes of disciplinary problems in your school. Based on your findings, write a report to
the Principal regarding the matter.

Use the following notes to write your report.

Problems
 school property
 bully
 play truant
 cyber cafe

Suggestions to overcome the problems

Parents Teacher
 more attention  motivational talk
 discuss with teachers  counselling
 good listener  campaigns

When writing the report, you must:

 address your report to the Principal

 provide a title

 include your name

 use all the notes given

 suggest two other ways to overcome the disciplinary problems in your school

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Question 9

Your school is celebrating Reading Month and you have been asked to give a talk to the
students to encourage them to read novels.

Use the notes below to write your talk:

READING FICTION :

 an inexpensive entertainment
 transports one to another world
 develops your social brain
 builds better relationships
 improves leadership skills
 encourages understanding of people
 instills values such as tolerance
 encourages understanding of different cultures
 prepares one to face the world
 helps to see things from another’s perspective

When writing the talk, you must remember to:

- greet your audience

- mention the purpose of your talk
- include all the notes
- add in two additional points
- end your talk appropriately
- remember that your readers are students

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Question 10
The English Language Society of your school has recently made a trip to a hill resort. The
teacher-advisor of the society has asked you to write a report on the trip for the school
magazine. As Secretary of the society, write out the report.

Write the report based on the information below.

 State the place
 Number of participants
 Objectives of the trip
- appreciate nature
- learn the importance of nature and environment
- get to know each other
 Places visited
- garden or park
- state another place
 Activities
- sightseeing
- nature walk
- activity 3
 Successful visit
 One good memory of the trip

When writing the report, you must :

- address the report to the principal
- provide a tittle
- include your name
- use all the notes given
- give your own ideas when needed

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Question 11

As the President of the Environmental Club, you have been asked by your teacher to write an article
for the school magazine on how we can help to reduce environmental problems. In your article,
include the following notes:

HOW TO REDUCE ENVIRONMENTAL PROBLEMS

Reduce energy usage Reduce air pollution Reduce waste

Do not waste  Open burning Environmental friendly
electricity Unleaded patrol products
Use products that Carpool Recycled materials
have timers Washable items
Use energy-saving
appliances

When writing your article, you should remember:

to give a suitable title
to give your name as the writer
to use all the information given
that your readers are students of your school.

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Question 12

Your school has organised ‘The Patriotism Week’ in conjunction with the National Day
Celebration. As the secretary of English Language Society, your teacher has asked you to
write a report about the event to the principal.

Use the following points to write the report.

 Launching ceremony
 objective

Activities:

 class decoration
 poem recitation
 key-chain drawing and
decorating
 essay writing
 drama
 public speaking
 Jalur Gemilang – paint
 singing competition

When writing your report, you must:

 Address your report to the Principal.

 Provide a title.
 Include your name.
 Use all the points given.
 Suggest two other ways to promote patriotism among students besides
organizing the event.

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Question 12

You are a resident of Taman Indah, Melaka. You are concerned about the rise in the
crime rate in your area. Based on the notes provided, write a letter to the Officer In-
charge of Police District (OCPD) of your city to complain about the matter:

Complaints:
 many cases of burglary
- a few cases every night

 drug activities at night

- outsiders sold drugs

 wild parties at night

- very noisy

 illegal motorcycle races

- especially on weekends

Suggestion:

 need for more police patrols

- Send mobile police vehicles to monitor the area

When writing the letter, you should remember to

 address your letter to the OCPD of the Melaka District Police Station.
 lay out the letter correctly (addresses, date, salutation, title, closing)
 use all the notes given and elaborate on each point.
 provide your own suggestion on how to overcome the problem.

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Question 13

You are a school prefect and while on duty, you witness two students breaking flower pots in the school garden outside the
classroom. Write a letter to your best friend about the incident.

Use the following notes to write your letter.

 Day of the incident

 Date
 Time
 Students involved
 Reasons
 problematic students
 unhappy with class monitor
 Actions taken
 advice students
 inform class teacher
 reported to discipline teacher
 consulted school counselor
 Personal opinion
 opinion 1 (your opinion of the students)
 opinion 2 (your opinion of the incident)

When writing the letter, you must:

 lay out the letter correctly (address, greeting, closing)

 use all the notes given
 give two personal opinions
 remember that your letter is to your best friend

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Question 14

There was an earthquake in Indonesia recently. As the President of the Charity Club, you are going to
organise a fund raising campaign for the victims. Write a letter to your cousin about the campaign.

Use the following notes to write your letter.

FUND RAISING CAMPAIGN FOR EARTHQUAKE VICTIOMS IN INDONESIA

10TH November – 25th November 2010

 Help victims
OBJECTIVES  Show concern
 Create awareness
 Donate money
WAYS TO HELP  Donate clothes
 Donate other necessities
 Collect funds
SEND CONTRIBUTIONS  Charity Club room – school library – 9 a.m. till 4.30 p.m.
TO  Collections boxes – nearby shops – shopping centres.

When writing your letter, you must:

 write your address and date

 write the salutation / greeting
 address your letter to your cousin
 end your letter appropriately
 use all the notes given

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Question 15

The Interact Club of your school plans to organise a programme to encourage the needy students to
read newspapers. As the Secretary of the club, write a letter to the manager of a factory asking for
newspaper sponsorship.

In your letter, include the following:

 name of programme: Read and Reach Out

 objectives
- encourage charity work among members
- develop interest in reading
- instill moral values
 durations: August to October
 number of copies required
 frequency: once a week
 name of newspaper
 target group: students from families with income lower than RM600 per month
 contact number and person for enquiry
 expression of gratitude

Do remember to:
 set out the letter correctly
 use all the points given
 add any other relevant details
 write in paragraphs

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