An Essay

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3rd Writing Assignment

Write an Essay in 140 – 190 words.

Make sure you read

the instructions Carfefully

• You have recently had a discussion in your English class about the advantages and disadvantages of being a famous film star.

• Now your English teacher has asked to write an essay (See essay question)

• Write your essay using the notes given your own idea.

( Remember to give reasons for your point of view )

• Write your essay in 140-190 words.

Notes

INSTRUCTIONS

Notes

Make sure you write a brief plan for

your essay

REMEMB

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cover the two points you are given in the notes and your own idea.

organise your answer in a logical way using paragraphs (each paragraph should have a main idea)

give reasons and examples to support your ideas.

use a formal style. write grammatically correct sentences. use accurate spelling and punctuation.

Part 1

Your writing is assessed first of all for content. It is then assessed to see how good the language in your answer is, considering:

• range of language• organisation of ideas• accuracy• register• format• word length.

Evaluation Criteria

Check your writing when you have finished it.

ChecklistHave you included all the notes?

Have you used paragraphs?

Have you written the right number of words?

Have you linked the points clearly?

Have you used gramatically correct sentences?

Have you started sentences in different ways so that it is interesting to read?

Have you used accurate spelling and punctuation?

Have you used a range of vocabulary? Are there any words you have used too many times?

Have you used the right style?