Monday, August 31, 2009

ENGLISH 1119 : CONTINUOUS WRITING

Criteria:
1. Use sentences of various lengths – long & short
2. Use sentences of various types – simple, compound & complex
3. Use wide vocabulary with precision :
• Suitability
• Different shades of meaning
• Words are used with a purpose
• Words blend well with meaning
4. Write in paragraphs
5. Use correct spelling & punctuation
6. Write with relevance to the topic
7. Write to attract the interest of the reader

Note :
• Continuous writing is tested based on language, and not specific skills e.g debating skills for argumentative essays.
• In continuous writing, length is secondary but task fulfillment is primary.

WHAT TO DO
• Write creatively
• Be expressive
• Variety of sentences
• Use appropriate words
• Paragraphing
• Unity and cohesion
• Who are the audience
• Idioms
• Accurate-organized
• Grammar
• Relevant
• Mechanics
• Spelling

WHAT NOT TO DO
• Obsence words
• Slang
• Colloquial language
• Too many big words
• American spelling
• Assume anything
• Single structure
• Lifting
• Own opinions for factual essays
• Long explanation
• Unity and cohesion
• Explain known facts

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