The PSLE English composition part carries a total mark weight of 27.5% in the English syllabus created by the Singapore Examinations and Assessment Board (SEAB). It is made up of two parts:
– Situational writing (15 marks)
– Continuous writing (40 marks)
How well your child does in this section is based on:
- Language (20 Marks)
- Content (20 Marks)
Your child is not the only one who feels that writing compositions for the PSLE English is challenging.
A variety of abilities are necessary for excellent composition writing, including:
- The capacity to generate thoughts and arrange them logically
- Express the thoughts succinctly and clearly.
- Possess solid grammar and language skills
- Having the ability to edit and proofread one’s own work to eliminate errors
Which is why many students and parents get worried and stressed about this segment!
Here’s a sample of 2020 PSLE English continuous writing question:
How to write an attention grabbing introduction?
Use a question, a quote, or a startling statistic. Something to pause the reader and prompt them to ask, “What is this about?”
The introduction can pose a query like, “Wait a minute, why does this missing cat look so familiar?”
With reference to the ‘’missing cat’’ composition question in the 2020 PSLE English composition questions.
How to write the body of the PSLE English composition?
The body of a narrative essay is where you describe the events and details of the story you are telling. Here are some tips to help you write the body of your child’s PSLE English narrative essay:
- Start by introducing the setting and the main characters, then describe the events that unfold. Be sure to include sensory details and dialogue to make your story come alive.
- For example, if the main character is in the park, describe the park. Is it crowded? Is there a lot of greenery? Anyone exercising nearby? Are there any events going on? What is the weather like over there?
- Use descriptive language: Use descriptive language to help the reader imagine the events and characters in your story. Describe the sights, sounds, smells, and emotions of the events in your story.
- Your child can use see, smell, hear to describe their PSLE English composition setting.
- If the character is in a park, they can describe the park full of people ranging from families to groups of elderly (See). Chatting and playful screaming can be heard from the playground a few steps away (hear). The gentle floral aroma and the fresh air makes the character feel energized and refreshed (smell).
- Create suspense: Use the body of your essay to create suspense and keep the reader engaged. You can do this by building up to a climax or by using foreshadowing to hint at what is to come.
How to write a conclusion for PSLE English composition?
A strong ending should provide the reader a sense of closure and ensure that they understand your main ideas.
With reference to the 2020 PSLE English composition question ‘’missing cat’’ photo, you can conclude if the cat was found or not.
Your child should have a strong foundation for your composition with all these easy adjustments and suggestions. Don’t forget to pay attention to the particular guidelines for the PSLE English composition, like the word limit.
Additionally, spelling and grammar usage must be accurate. Click on the image to know the grammar rules & avoid making those mistakes!
The difference in our PSLE English composition classes
Our PSLE English composition classes use acronyms and easy to understand examples so that students are able to write solid pieces of compositions and ace their PSLE English composition papers.
Ms Safura is one of our English tutors and she specializes in PSLE English compositions. Students have benefited greatly under her guidance and lessons.
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