Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Monday, September 26, 2011
Composition Marking Scheme
Composition Mark Scheme
Content | 7 |
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Language | 7 |
use of Tools of Writing; clear expression of ideas about topic; for mechanics: correct spelling, punctuation, capitals (lower / upper case), handwriting |
Organization | 7 |
for appropriate statement of topic and paragraphing; beginning, middle, end |
Click here for Writing Marks Criteria (in Google Docs)
Sunday, September 25, 2011
Model Writing
Composition #1: Blog Post author’s name deleted
Post: Super campers! Posted on 15th September 2011
I never thought camping could be that fun until my first camping with my friends Andy and Ben last weekend! Embracing the beautiful nature, chatting with friends, having barbeque… What a wonderful getaway and replenishment for the mind!
On a sunny Saturday morning the three of us set off for the Lady MacLehose Holiday Village located in Sai Kung. I was so much impressed already at the first sight of the splendid bay view from the entrance, and my jaws simply dropped when we saw the great variety of facilities there awaiting us! Hot with sweat we went to the swimming pool at once. It had pristine water as clear as crystal, adding to the tranquility of the afternoon. What followed was a messy yet gleeful scrambling for the bathroom. Then we had a walk on the bird trail. I was so soothed by the beautiful music performed by the singers of the nature and the floral scenery amid the gentle breeze.
Later, the setting sun glowed like an orange and immediately the sky put on a dark cloth. This also marked the climax (or the crisis!) of the camp – having barbeque. Let alone taking half an hour to start the fire, I almost got stung by the fork of Andy and burnt six chicken wings myself! Poor chicken! Luckily, we did not die of starvation in the end. After all, it was in fact quite a memorable experience to sit around the campfire, gazing at the stars who were too shy to show up in the urban area, spending hours chatting and laughing with friends until late.
The next day we packed up our things and ‘too confident’ with our ‘first-rate’ cooking skills, we resorted to cup noodles for breakfast. We then went cycling and playing badminton. At 4 pm, reluctantly we left the campsite for home, putting a full stop to this 2-day super camp.
My first camping was so unforgettable I’m sure it will not be the last one. You can forget all the hustle and bustle of school, foster your relationship with friends, and learn to be more self-dependent throughout camping. Just having left the camp for a week I can’t wait already to go camping again with my super campers in the near future!
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
from Dictionary.com
in·fer verb, -ferred, -fer·ring.
verb (used with object)
1. to derive by reasoning; conclude or judge from premises or evidence: They inferred his displeasure from his cool tone of voice.
2. (of facts, circumstances, statements, etc.) to indicate or involve as a conclusion; lead to.
3. to guess; speculate; surmise.
4. to hint; imply; suggest.
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Monday, September 19, 2011
For Book Inspection
Exam Skills Volume 2 Units 7-9 | |
Listening | BBC News x 3 Extended Writing Tasks x 2 |
Writing | Blog post (200 words) Short story (400 words) 1-sided argument (400 words) |
Sunday, September 18, 2011
Friday, September 16, 2011
Saturday, September 10, 2011
Writing Assignment: Blog Post
Image via Wikipedia A "blog" (combine the words "web" and "log") is a type of website, or a part of a website. Blogs are usually maintained by an individual, with regular entries of commentary, descriptions of events, or other material such as graphics or video. Entries are commonly displayed in reverse-chronological order. Blog can also be used as a verb, meaning to maintain or add content to a blog Wikipedia definition.Everyone blogs, whether it's a few words or a couple paragraphs. Updating your status on Facebook or tweeting about your day in 140 characters or less are all considered types of blogging.
Composition # 1 (200 words)
Last weekend you went camping for the first time with your friends. Write an informal blog entry ("post") about the activities you engaged in, and any difficulties you experienced. You should also persuade your reader of the benefits of camping.First Draft due:
Friday, 16th Sept
Crossword: Amazing Stories vocabulary (Form 4 Vol 2 Paper 1)
Across
3 always there to lend a hand to anyone in time of need
4 always looks on the bright side and never loses hope
7 makes decisions on his own
10 having unusual talent and ability
11 faces challenges and never gives up in the face of difficulties
12 thinks of new ways to make things better
13 always outs someone or some idea first
14 does not boast about the good work he has done and expects no praise for it
Down
1 motivates everyone he has contact with.
2 tries to reach for the best in life at all times
3 commands the respect of everyone
5 knows what others are talking about when they talk about their problems
6 enjoys playing all sorts of sports
8 believes there are no obstacles that cannot be overcome
9 unusual ability
This vocabulary is the answers to the fill-in-the-blank exercise at: exercise at Google Docs
Here is the complete speech by your penfriend:
I’m talking about our beloved sports master, Mr Chow. He has assumed the role of a fatherly mentor to young people. He always encourages us to be (2) ambitious in life and try to reach for our best at all times. As an (3) optimistic person, he always looks on the bright side and never loses hope. He is (4) determined to achieve his goals, and believes that there are no obstacles that cannot be overcome. It’s hard to think of a more (5) inspiring person, as he motivates everyone he has contact with.
Mr Chow is very enthusiastic about work. He is very (6) independent and alone makes the best decisions and choices for us. We all think he is an (7) inventive genius because he continues to think up new ways to make our school a better learning environment. He also cares a lot about the well-being of young people. He is a (8) reliable person who is always there to lend a hand to anyone in time of need. Students like to talk to him when they have problems because he is such an (9) understanding person. He has indeed made a big difference to the lives of students through his commitment to work, yet he is (10) modest about the good work he has done and expects no praise for it.
I also admire the fact that Mr Chow is a (11) kind-hearted person who spends most of his free time doing voluntary work. He is a (12) devoted father who always puts his family first. He tries hard to provide the best for his four school-aged children, one of whom we all know as the (13) gifted athlete Stephen Chow, our school’s top runner.
To sum up, there isn’t a more (14) respectable member of staff who commands the respect of us all, and who shines as brightly as Mr Chow does. It is with great pleasure that I pass on this award to Mr Chow, the most (15) capable person with extraordinary experience and ability. Amongst the many, he stands out as a (16) persevering character who is prepared to face challenges and never gives up in the face of difficulties. He is indeed an inspiration to us all.
Thursday, September 8, 2011
Form 4 Mid-year Marks
Mid-year | Marks | ||
Paper 1 | Formal examination | 80 | |
Paper 2 | Writing | - Formal examination - Continuous assessment | 80 20 |
Paper 3 | Listening & Integrated Skills | - Formal examination - Continuous assessment | 80 20 |
Paper 4 | Speaking | Continuous assessment | 20 |
Total | 300 | ||
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