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1128/1184/1/GE/23 O JURONG SECONDARY SCHOOL 2023 GRADUATION EXAMINATION SECONDARY 4 EXPRESS / 5 NORMAL (ACADEMIC) CANDIDATE NAME CLASS INDEX NUMBER ENGLISH LANGUAGE 1128/01 1184/01 PAPER 1 WRITING 15 August 2023 Additional Materials: Writing papers Insert 1 hour 50 minutes READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS FIRST Write your name, index number and class on all the work you hand in. Write in dark blue or black ink on both sides of the paper. Do not use staples, paper clips, highlighters, glue or correction fluid. Answer Section A, Section B and one question from Section C. Section A is an Insert. For Section A write your answers in the spaces provided on the Insert. For Section B and Section C write your answers on the separate Answer Paper provided. The number of marks is given in brackets [ ] at the head of each section. For Examiner’s Use SECTION A [10 marks] SECTION B [30 marks] SECTION C [30 marks] TOTAL [70 marks] This document consists of 4 printed pages including this page. [Turn over

2 1128/1184/1/GE/23 Section B [30 marks] You are advised to write between 250 and 350 words for this section. Question 2 You should look at the printout of a webpage on Page 3, study the information carefully and plan your answer before you begin to write. Your Form Teacher is planning a graduation party for your class during the next long school vacation. She has shortlisted three venues from a website and has asked which one would be best for the event. As the Class Monitor, you write an email to your teacher stating your first choice and giving reasons. Write an email to your teacher saying: • which venue the class would prefer and why • how you think the venue will make the event memorable • what factors school leaders will consider in approving the venue for the party You may add any other details you think will be helpful. Write your email in clear, accurate English and in an enthusiastic , respectful tone to explain your choice to your teacher. You should use your own words as much as possible.

3 1128/1184/1/GE/23 http://www.perfectpartyvenues.com.sg The Home of all your Party Needs About Us Contact Us Our Venues Reviews Burkhill Hall HERE @ Orchard HomeTeamNS @ Khatib Burkhill Hall is a meticulously restored black-and-white colonial house set amidst the lush greenery of the Singapore Botanic Gardens. • Free entry to the photogenic National Orchid Gardens • Shuttle service from Botanic Gardens MRT Station provided • Food from external caterers allowed $450/hr for a maximum of 4 hours. Slots are available from 10am to 6pm daily except Mondays. HERE @ Orchard is a one -stop fun and games facility that comes equipped with pool tables, game consoles and board games. • Free access to rooftop lounge at level 22 • Complimentary snack pack worth $3/pax for up to 50 people • In-house catering available (halal/ vegetarian options available) $350/hr for a minimum of 2 hours. Slots are available from 12pm to 12am daily except Wednesdays. HomeTeamNS @ Khatib offers the perfect gathering venue for adrenaline junkies. All function rooms are located within the indoor adventure park. • Complimentary entry to the indoor adventure park • Entertainment systems and furniture available for rent separately • In-house food packages start at $6/pax (min. 40 people) $250/hr for a maximum of 6 hours. Slots are available from 10am to 10pm daily.

4 1128/1184/1/GE/23 Section C [30 marks] Begin your answer on a fresh page. You are advised to write between 350 and 500 words on one of the following topics. At the head of your composition, write the number of the topic you have chosen. Questions 3 – 6 3 Describe the three qualities that are least desirable to you in a friend. 4 ‘I realised that what is good for me might not be for others.’ Write about a time when you experienced this. 5 ‘The simplest things in life are what make us the happiest.’ Discuss. 6 ‘It is more important to make everyone else happy than to chase your own dreams.’ How far do you agree? End of Paper

5 1128/1184/1/GE/23 MARKING GUIDANCE Your Form Teacher is planning a graduation party for your class during the next long school vacation. She has shortlisted three venues from a website and has asked which one would be best for the event. As the Class Monitor, you write an email to your teacher stating your first choice and giving reasons. Write an email to your teacher saying: • which venue the class would prefer and why • how you think the venue will make the event memorable • what factors school leaders will consider in approving the venue for the party You may add any other details you think will be helpful. Write your email in clear, accurate English and in an enthusiastic, respectful tone to explain your choice to your teacher. You should use your own words as much as possible. Format email (✓ recipient’s email address, ✓ subject, ✓salutation, ✓ sign off without signature) note: only penalise if recipient’s email address is missing; as long as the overall essay looks like an email, it is OK Structure/ Organisation - separate/ dedicated paragraphs for introduction and conclusion: o introduction: self-introduction, situation, purpose o conclusion: brief summary (at least reiterate choice), closing remarks, thank reader - separate/ dedicated content paragraphs for each criterion (i.e. students should not combine points): o criterion key word(s) OR idea must be stated explicitly in paragraphs o each paragraph should have a clear PEEL structure o relevant information from stimulus should be used where necessary – minimally, students should use relevant information from choice venue (up to Band 5/9); Band5/10 reserved for those who use other relevant information to justify non-choice Language - appropriate words/phrases to reflect enthusiasm and respect, i.e. X informal expressions/ slang - tense should be consistent with task, i.e. present tenses for proposal , except modal verbs (e.g. could, would etc.), recollection - spelling should be consistent throughout (BrE); do not penalise if AmE is used, but indicate (double underline)

6 1128/1184/1/GE/23 Section C [30 marks] Begin your answer on a fresh page. You are advised to write between 350 and 500 words on one of the following topics. At the head of your composition, write the number of the topic you have chosen. Questions 3 – 6 3 Describe the three qualities that are least desirable to you in a friend. 4 ‘I realised that what is good for me might not be for others.’ Write about a time when you experienced this. 5 ‘The simplest things in life are what make us the happiest.’ Discuss. 6 ‘It is more important to make everyone else happy than to chase your own dreams.’ How far do you agree?

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