2018 Secondary 1
Language Arts Common Test
INSTRUCTIONS
No correction tape or fluid is allowed.
Attempt all questions in dark blue or black ink only.
Writing paper will be provided.
PAPER 1Date : 4 May 2018, Friday
Duration : 1 hour 50 minutes
Time : 0750-0940
Score : 60 marks
Section A: Situational Writing [30 marks]
Candidates write a text of 250–300 words based on a given situation which will involve viewing a visual text. Candidates are required to write the text (an informal email) to suit the purpose, audience and context.
Section B: Continuous Writing [30 marks]
Candidates choose one out of four topics (two with a visual stimulus) to write a text of 250–350 words in continuous prose. The topics set may cover different types of narrative texts (e.g. a story, a personal recount or reflective writing).
PAPER 2Date : 4 May 2018, Friday
Duration : 1 hour 50 minutes
Time : 1040- 1230
Score : 50 marks
Section A only [50 marks]
This section contains a text, which is narrative in nature, based on which candidates are to answer questions testing comprehension, vocabulary in context, the use of language for impact, summary writing and reader’s response.
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