- Answer all parts of the question
- Plan your time
- Plan your structure before you start writing
- Start each paragraph with a topic sentence
- Use synonyms rather than repeating words
- Paraphrase if you can't think of a synonym
- Marking criteria:
How completely you answer the question
How clear and organised your answer is
Accuracy and range of vocabulary
Accuracy and range of grammar
Task1 |
Task2 |
Read a task and analyse what is required |
Give both side of an argument if necessary |
Consider expressions for likes and dislikes |
Plan your paragraph structure |
Consider expressions for talking about frequency |
Include an overarching statement |
Practise beginning and ending letters |
keep it simple and stay on topic |
Read a tak and find mistakes in a sample answer |
Review your work at the end if you have time |
| Don't use memorised text |
- Endings in an informal letter:
All the best
Best wishes
kind regards