Eleps _section b Sk

SECTION B

The Task

Question B (2A): Pupils transfer information correctly.

Question B (2B): Pupils:

1. make a choice.

2. give reasons to support their choice. Examples of Section B - Question 2A and Question 2B

Example 1Study the information given below carefully. Then complete the table using the information given. You are advised to spend about 25 minutes on this question.It is your teachers birthday. You plan to buy her a gift. Which gift would you choose? Give reasons for your choice.

PurseScarfBlouse

Tips

Question 2A

Pupils:

look at the pictures.

read the information given carefully a few times.

transfer only the required ( asked for ) information.

look at the examples given when filling in the blanks.

make sure you punctuate and spell correctly. Be careful with your capital letters e.g., R, P, M, L, K, S, I, W, Y, RM and correct punctuation e.g., p.m. , a.m.* copy correctly the information to the table given.* recheck your answers carefully to avoid any spelling and punctuation

mistakes.* write neatly and clearly.EXAMPLE 1

Question 2A

PurseScarfBlouse

PriceRM 20.00

ColoursBrown and blue

MaterialSilk

DesignGeometric design

CountryIndia

SAMPLE ANSWER ( 1 ) - Question 2A

PurseScarfBlouse

PriceRM 29.90 RM 20.00RM 49.90

ColoursBrown and blueLilac and red

Turquoise, maroon and green

MaterialPVC leather Wool Silk

DesignGeometric designFloral Motifs

Batik design

CountryThailand IndiaMalaysia

Remarks : 10 marksAnalysis: 1. Correct information is transferred.

2. Correct spelling and punctuation.

3. Clear and good handwriting.

Note to teachers : This is the section where all pupils should score! Thus practice well in this section!

SAMPLE ANSWER ( 2 ) - Question 2A

PurseScarfBlouse

PriceRm 29.90 XRM 20.00RM 49,90 X

ColoursBrown and blueLllac and rea XTurquoise, maroun and green X

MaterialPVC leather Wool Silk

DesignGeometric designFloral MotifS XBatik design

Countrythailand XIndiamalaysia X

Remarks : 7 marks lost due to unclear handwriting, punctuation and spelling

errors.*

Pupils are to avoid making these mistakes at all cost!

Tips

Question 2B

Pupils:

must make a choice. Tip - a good choice is which they can give good reasons for that choice. A reason answers the question WHY they made that choice.

give reasons based on the question e.g., To choose for your sister / mother / friend / family or yourself.

write correct sentences.

check their punctuation and spelling.

write neatly and clearly.

Band A ( Excellent )

Pupils must:

have a good command* of the language :

*good sentences

correct subject-verb agreement

correct spelling

correct punctuation

use a variety of sentence patterns:

simple sentences strengthened by using adverbs / adjectives or both.

A few compound and complex sentences. Note: DO NOT write complicated sentences!

make a choice. This is very important!

give 5 7** good and relevant reasons.


**a good guide

Sample Answer - Band A

I would choose the blouse because it is very beautiful.1 Even though it is expensive, it is made of high quality silk material.2 So it is worth it. 3 Silk is cool and comfortable to wear. 4 The batik design is suitable for my teacher because she wears clothes with batik designs every Thursday. 5 Turquoise is my teachers favourite colour6 and the design is eye-catching.7 I hope my teacher will like my choice.

Analysis:A choice ( blouse ) is made.

Number of good and relevant reasons : 7

Adjectives : very beautiful , high quality, cool , comfortable, eye-catching, favourite

Compound sentences : Silk is cool and comfortable to wear.

Turquoise is my teachers favourite colour and the design is eye-catching.

Complex sentence : Even though it is expensive, it is made of high quality silk material.

Note: DO NOT write complicated sentences!

Band B ( Good )

Pupils must:

have a good control* of the language :

*sentences are simple but correct

correct subject-verb agreement

correct spelling

good punctuation

use a variety of sentence patterns.

use adjectives and adverbs,

use compound sentences.

Note: DO NOT write complicated sentences!


give 5** good and relevant reasons.


**a good guide

Sample answer - Band B

I would choose the blouse because it is very beautiful.1 The batik design is attractive and it suits my teacher. 2 Silk is cool to wear. 3 Green is my teachers favourite colour. 4 The blouse costs RM 49.90. I have RM 50.00. 5 So I can afford to buy it. 6 I hope my teacher will like my choice.

Analysis:

A choice ( blouse ) is made.

Number of good and relevant reasons: 6

Adjectives: very beautiful, attractive, cool, favourite

Compound sentences: The batik design is attractive and it suits my teacher.

Band C ( Minimum Pass )

Pupils must:

be able to write short, simple but correct sentences.

be able to spell.

be able to punctuate correctly.


give 2 4** good and relevant reasons.


**a good guide

Sample answer Band C

I would choose the blouse because it is pretty. 1 She likes green. 2 She loves batik design. 3 I have the money to buy the blouse. 4 I hope my teacher will like the blouse.

Analysis:

A choice is made.


Sentences are very simple but correct.

Adjectives : pretty

***Take note of the difference between statements and reasons.

Examples:

StatementsReasons

The blouse costs RM 49.90.I can buy the blouse because I have

RM 50.00.

The colours are turquoise, maroon and green.My teacher loves green.

The blouse is made in Malaysia.We must support products made in Malaysia.

The blouse is made of silk.Silk is cool and comfortable.

Information is given. * Answer the question WHY.Section B Example 2Study the advertisements below. Then complete the table using the information given.

Fill your time with fun and useful activities!

3 days 2 nights

ONLY RM400.00 per person

Accommodation at Palm Beach Resort

Tents and other camping equipment are provided

Snorkelling and boat tour around the island

4 days 3 nights

ONLY RM550.00 per person

Accommodation: Tents (camping equipment provided)

Bird-watching, canopy walk and cave exploring

3 days 2 nights

ONLY RM200.00 per person Accommodation at Camp Permai Cabins

Bird-watching and jungle-trekking

(B) You would like to go to one of the camps. Based on the information given,

which camp would you choose? Give reasons for your choice.

Question 2 ( A )

Love Nature CampSports CampEnglish Camp

VenuePalm Beach Resort

Duration4 days 3 nights

CostRM 200.00

ActivitiesBird-watching, canopy walk,

cave exploring

AccommodationTents

Sample Answer 1


VenuePalm Beach ResortGading National Park Camp Permai

Duration3 days 2 nights 4 days 3 nights3 days 2 nights

CostRM 400.00 RM 550.00 RM 200.00

ActivitiesSnorkelling,

boat tour Bird-watching, canopy walk,

cave exploring Bird-watching, jungle-trekking

AccommodationTentsTents Cabins

Remarks : 10 marksAnalysis: 1. Correct information is transferred.

2. Correct spelling and punctuation.

3. Clear and good handwriting.

Note to teachers: This is the section where all pupils should score! Thus practice well in this section!

Sample Answer 2


VenuePalm Beach ResortGading NationaL Park Xcamp Permai X

Duration3 day 2 nights X4 days 3 nights3 days 2 nights

Costrm 400.00 XRM 550.00 RM 200.00

ActivitiesSnorkalling,

boat tour X

Bird-watching, canopy walk,

cave exploringBird-watching, jungle trekking X

AccommodationTentsTentS X Cabins

Remarks : 7 marks lost due to unclear handwriting, punctuation and spelling

errors.*

Pupils are to avoid making these mistakes at all cost!

Question 2B

Sample Answer - Band A

I would choose the Sports Camp because I love outdoor activities. 1 Gading National Park is a beautiful place. 2 Bird-watching and canopy walk are my favourite outdoor activities. 3 The cost is RM550 per person. Even though it is expensive, I dont mind paying for a great experience. 4 The three activities are interesting, challenging and exciting. 5 They can make me fit and strong. 6 I have never stayed in a tent so it would be a great adventure for me. 7Analysis:

A choice ( Sports Camp ) is made.


New words: experience, adventure, fit, strong

Adjectives: favourite, great, interesting, challenging, exciting

Compound sentences: Bird-watching and canopy walk are my favourite outdoor

activities. The three activities are interesting, challenging and exciting.

Complex sentence : Even though it is expensive, I dont mind paying for a great

experience.

I have never stayed in a tent so it would be a great

adventure for me.

Sample Answer - Band B

I would choose the Sports Camp because I love outdoor sports. 1 I also love camps. 2 Gading National Park is a beautiful place. 3 The cost is RM550 per person. My father can afford to pay for it. 4 The activities can make me fit and strong. 5 They are also exciting. 6 Analysis:



New words: afford,

Adjectives: fit, strong, exciting

Compound sentences: The activities can make me fit and strong.

Sample Answer - Band C

I would choose the Sports Camp because I love sports. 1 I also love camps. 2 The cost is RM550 per person. My father will pay for it. 3 The camp is good. 4 I like bird-watching. 5Analysis:



Sentences are very simple but correct.

New words : pay, love, like,

Adjectives : good

Take note of the difference between statements and reasons.

Examples:

StatementsReasons

The camp costs RM 550 per person.The camp is expensive but my father can afford it.

We live in tents.It is exciting to live in tents.

The activities are bird-watching, canopy walk and cave exploring.Bird-watching, canopy walk and cave exploring are interesting activities.

The duration of the camp is 4 days and 3 nights.I can learn many things in 4 days.

Information is given. * Answer the question WHY.Section B (2B)

A Useful List of Simple Reasons

Note to teachers:

Below is the list of reasons for the different areas in simple sentences to help weaker pupils.

No.AreasReasons

1.Place / Venue / Location

Examples:

the train station, the park, Hilton HotelI can go there easily.

It is near my house.

I can go there on Sunday.

It is a nice / beautiful /safe place.

2.Society / Clubs

Examples :

The Boys Scouts, The Red Crescent Society,

The English ClubIt is an enjoyable society.

It is an interesting club.

I can gain more knowledge.

I can improve my English.

I can learn new things.

I can make new friends.

It teaches me to be confident.

It teaches me to be independent.

3.Price / Fee / Fare / Rent / Cost

Examples :

Price / Cost of a pair of shoes : RM 30.00

Taxi fare to the airport : RM 25.00

House Monthly Rental : RM 400.00

Monthly tuition fee : RM 50.00It is reasonable.

It is a reasonable price.

It is affordable.

It is within my budget.

I can afford it.

The price is low.

The fee is affordable.

It is cheap.

I can afford to buy it.

I have enough money to buy it.

4.Free gifts / discounts/ offers / souvenirs

Examples :

a pencil box

a soft toy

3 pencilsIt is an attractive offer.

They are attractive offers.

I can save my pocket money.

So I do not have to buy it / them.

I dont have to spend more money.

5.Food / Drinks / Menu / Dishes / Meal

Examples :

fried noodles /rice

fresh orange juice

yummy fried chickenIt is delicious / tasty.

It is nutritious.

It is my favourite drink / food.

It is good for health.

It is a refreshing drink.

6.Transport

Examples :

Easy Jet

VIP Luxury Coach

Fast Rail

It is comfortable.

It is convenient.

The fare is reasonable / affordable.

I can rest during the journey.

It is a good /safe way of travelling.

It is fast.

I can enjoy the scenery.

7.Facility / Facilities

Examples : the swimming pool, the library,the park, the playground,the gymI can enjoy them.

I can use them.

It is comfortable.

It is convenient to go there.

I can play/exercise there.

8.Date / Time / Duration

Examples :

5 May 2012

3.00 p.m. 5.00 p.m.

4 days 3 nightI am free during that time.

I can use my time usefully.

I would not feel bored.

9.Colour / Fashion / Pattern / Design

Examples :

blue, green, red

blouse, gown, skirt,batik

It is beautiful / attractive / eye-catching.

It is my favourite colour / design.

It suits me.

It is the latest fashion / pattern / design.

10.Occupation

Examples :

teacher

policeman

engineer

I can earn a good salary.

It teaches me to be responsible.

I have always wanted to be a teacher / policeman / engineer.

I will be able to support my family / parents next time.

It is a good job.

11.Pen-pal / Facebook friend

Examples :

a pen-pal in Australia

a Facebook friend in Thailand

We can exchange ideas.

We have the same interest.

We have the same hobbies.

I can learn about his / her country.

12.Pets

Examples :

cat

dog

rabbit

fishIt is cute.

It is easy to look after/ to take care of.

It is easy to feed.

I can play with it.

It can be my good companion.

I love animals.

13.Material / Clothes

Examples :

silk

cotton

leatherIt is cool.

It is comfortable.

It is lasting.

It is worth to buy it.

It is of good quality.

14.Conclusion

I am sure I have made a good choice.

I am happy with my choice.

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