SECTION B: LONGER TRANSACTIONAL TEXT
- Respond to ONE of the following longer transactional writing texts.
- The body of your response should be between 120 and 150 words in length.
- Write down the NUMBER and the HEADING of the text you have chosen,
e.g. 2.1 FORMAL LETTER. - Pay particular attention to format, language and register.
- Spend approximately 40 minutes on this section.
2.1 FORMAL LETTER
The manager of a local supermarket has donated walking sticks to the elderly
in your community. Your grandfather has received one of these walking
sticks. Your family has asked you to write a letter to thank the manager.
Write the letter. [30]
2.2 DIALOGUE
You and your sister are planning a birthday party for your grandmother who
will be turning 100 years old soon. Your sister wants the party to be held in a
hall but you think having it at home will be better. You have decided to
persuade your sister to have the party at home.
Write the dialogue that takes place between you and your sister. [30]
2.3 OBITUARY
Your brother-in-law has recently passed away. As a member of the family,
you have been asked to write an obituary. You must also pay tribute to him in
the obituary.
Write the obituary [30]
2.4 MAGAZINE ARTICLE
Choosing your career wisely will determine your financial success in the
future.
Write an article for a local magazine in which you provide advice to readers
on how to choose a career.
[30]
TOTAL SECTION B: 30