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A school magazine article uses ____________ writing.
formal (to a reasonable degree)
informal
casual
simple sentences
What's the word limit on the question paper?
100-150
150-200
200-250
250-300
If you write a discursive article for school magazine, what shouldn't be included in the 1st paragraph?
your opinion and supporting details
hook to get reader's attention
background information
opinions from both sides
What is most essential in discursive writing?
Taking a stand
Being clear about your stand
Rebuttal 反驳
Providing a balanced perspective
The common structure of an introduction is:
hook (to grab reader's attention)
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thesis statement (the aim of the whole article).
a thought-provoking question
background information (something happens in school)
a shocking statement
What is the problem with this introduction?
Do you know the secret of being healthy? Undoubtedly, it is following a healthy lifestyle. Some people believe that it is the parents' responsibility to ensure that people stay healthy, while others argue that it is the responsibility of individuals. In this article, we will look into both sides of the argument.
doesn't grab the reader's attention
inappropriate register
the purpose of the article is not clear
insufficient sense of audience
Who is the primary audience when you write an article responding to the following prompt:
Some people think that the world would be a better place if everyone became vegetarian.
Write an article for your school magazine, giving your views.
students and teachers in your school
parents of the students in your school
the citizens in your community
Who is the primary audience when you write an article responding to the following prompt:
There is a proposal to close the swimming pool in your town and build a supermarket there instead.
Write an article for the local newspaper, giving your views.
students and teachers in your school
parents of the students in your school
the citizens in your community
A good body paragraph should look like a hamburger, which includes a _________ ________, some supporting details and a closing/concluding sentence.
Using _________ __________ throughout your article is essential to show that your writing is effectively organised.
How to show your sense of audience when writing for a school magazine? (Choose all that apply.)
mention famous teachers or students at school
mention areas or facilities at school
use examples related to student life
mention school events or activities
Which is the odd one?
apart from
as well as
on the other hand
in addition
Which is the odd one?
to sum up
on the contrary
nevertheless
despite
Which is the odd one?
consequently
therefore
despite
as a result
Which is the odd one?
In addition
all in all
on the whole
in conclusion
What is the problem with this body paragraph? (Choose all that apply.)
Learning music can be extremely beneficial to students. Firstly, it can help us relax. Moreover, music can make us more intelligent. It is also worth mentioning that we could always seek a career in music if our chosen career appears not right for us.
There is no topic sentence.
It lists opinions without further developing.
There are not enough linking words.
Audience could be improved by mentioning school teachers/events/student council etc.
How has this body paragraph been improved from the previous one? (Choose all that apply.)
Learning music can be extremely beneficial to students. Firstly, it can help us relax by diverting our thoughts from the tremendous amount of school work and the pressure that we receive from examinations, such as knowledge checks. Moreover, music can make us more intelligent, because by learning new skills, we can improve our brain power and widen our horizon. It is also worth mentioning that music offers us a change in plans. In other words, if we feel that our chosen career is not right for us, we could always seek a career in music. Take Miranda, the alumni who gave us an inspiring speech in the assembly last week, as an example. Her story about how her music learning helped her find a career in the advertising industry encouraged everyone who attended, even those who are not currently enrolled in a music course.
It has created a stronger sense of audience.
It is well developed with supporting details.
It has used a wider range of sentence structures.
It has a concluding sentence.
What could be included in the 4th paragraph?
your opinion
call to action
thesis statement
Some people think that studying online is better than learning in a traditional classroom.
Read the conclusion responding to the prompt above and choose the elements that it includes:
In conclusion, online learning is, without a shadow of a doubt, preferable for students who are self-motivated, but if you are the kind of student who relies on others, it is disadvantageous. Personally speaking, as such a student, I hope we will never again suffer from quarantine or lock down so that we can all study in our classrooms.
formal idioms
relative clauses
linking words
writer's opinion
call to action
What's the suggested word count for Exercise 5 and 6 writing respectively(if you manage your time well during the exam)?
150-200 words
fill up the writing space
400-500 words
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