TIPS ON ANSWERING THE UPSR ENGISH LANGUAGE PAPER- PAPER 2

PRACTICE FOR QUESTION 2

Section B Question 2

( A stimulus is given. Pictures with short notes are given. Complete a table with information from the stimulus. Then write a paragraph giving reasons for a choice made. ) 

You are advised to spend 25 minutes on this section.

TIPS

1. Read the instructions and information given carefully.
2. For Question 2 a , look at the table and find the information you need to complete the table. Look for key words. Refer to the answers given as examples to follow. 
3. Transfer the information to the blanks in the table. Check your spelling, grammar and punctuation . Write neatly and clearly. 
4. For Question 2 b, choose one option from the choices given. There is no right or wrong choice. You must try to give good reasons for making your choice.
5. You can use the information from the table to help you list out reasons for your choice.
6. You do not have to make a comparison with the other items. 
7. List down the points and reasons .
8. Use a variety of sentences; simple and compound. 
9. Use adjectives to make the description more interesting. 
10. Use linkers to give the description a smoother flow. ( Besides, Therefore, Moreover etc. ) However, use them appropriately ;and not for every sentence. 

SCORING 

1. Question 2 a – Full marks is 10. 1 mark for each correct answer. No mark for an answer with spelling errors. 
2. Question 2 b- Full marks is 5

Good mark - 4 

- Language used is good. 

- Simple and compound sentences.

- Some errors. Most reasons are well planned, relevant and clear.

- Some punctuation and spelling errors.

- Meaning is still clear.

Excellent mark - 5

- Language used is very good.

- Hardly any errors. 

- Reasons are clear and well planned, relevant and interesting.

- Simple and compound sentences. 

- Spelling and punctuation correct.