- Respond to ONE of the following transactional writing tasks.
- 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 FRIENDLY LETTER.
- Pay particular attention to format, language and register.
- Spend approximately 40 minutes on this section.
2.1 FRIENDLY LETTER
Write a letter to your favourite teacher thanking him/her for the positive
influence that he/she has had on your life. [30]
2.2 INTERVIEW
You and your classmates have decided to raise funds for your school. As the
RCL representative of your class, the principal has asked to interview you
about your proposed fundraising project.
Write the interview. [30]
2.3 MAGAZINE ARTICLE
You are a part-time reporter for a teenage magazine. The local youth centre
has planned different activities for teenagers during the December holidays.
Write an article on the activities that have been planned.
Write the magazine article. [30]
2.4 FORMAL REPORT
You recently witnessed a burglary at your neighbour’s home. The police have
asked you to write a report describing what you had seen.
Write the formal report. [30]
TOTAL SECTION B: 30