Techniques for Long Writing

You will have 45 minutes for this task.
Spend 10 minutes on planning and then 35 on the actual test.

In this section of the English test you will be asked to write a piece of writing which could be anything from playwriting to a persuasive argument. In this test you will receive a booklet with your task. Remember to include the following in your writing:

Grammar: Paragraphs, Full stops, Capital letters, Exclamation marks, Question marks…

A variety of complex sentences and short sentences.

Make sure the story makes sense.

A definite beginning, middle and end to the text.

Make sure that you include these in your story:

Clever devices to keep your reader hooked to the writing
Metaphorical language and similes
A main theme and a point to the story
Character interaction
A problem that the characters have to overcome
A realistic conclusion that resolves the problems

You will also be marked on your handwriting. Remember to:

Keep your letters the same size
Join the writing if you can
Use a pen that you fill comfortable writing with
Make sure that you do what it tells you in the task. If it asks you to write a horror story, don’t turn it into a fantasy.

You will be able to get examples of short writing tasks on the examples of work page.