INFORMATION TRANSFER GIVING REASONS

The Task..
Question B (2A):

Pupils transfer information correctly.

Question B (2B):

Pupils: 1. make a choice. 2. give reasons to support their choice.

Study the information given below carefully. Then complete the table using the information given. You are advised to spend about 25 minutes on this question.

It is your teachers birthday. You plan to buy her a gift. Which gift would you choose? Give reasons for your choice.

Purse

Scarf

Blouse

Example 1 : Section B (a)

Purse Price Colours Brown and blue Scarf RM 20.00 Blouse

Material

Silk

Design

Geometric design
India

Country

Sample Answer 1
Purse Price Colours RM 29.90 Scarf RM 20.00 Lilac and red Blouse RM 49.90 Brown and blue Turquoise, maroon and green Silk

Material

PVC leather

Wool

Design

Geometric design
Thailand

Floral Motifs

Batik design

Country

India

Malaysia

 Remarks : 10 marks
Analysis:

1. Correct information is transferred. 2. Correct spelling and punctuation. 3. Clear and good handwriting.

Sample Answer 2
Purse
Price Colours Rm 29.90 X

Scarf
RM 20.00

Blouse
RM 49,90 X Turquoise, maroun green X Silk X and

Brown and blue Lllac and rea

Material

PVC leather

Wool

Design

Geometric design
thailand X

Floral MotifS

Batik design

Country

India

malaysia

 Remarks : 7 marks lost due to unclear handwriting,

punctuation and spelling errors.*

Pupils are to avoid making these mistakes at all cost!

Sample Answer
I would choose the scarf because my teacher loves scarves.1 She wears colourful scarves to school every day.2 She looks good wearing scarves.3 The scarf is made of wool. It will keep her warm when it is cold. 4 It costs RM 20.00. I have enough money to buy it.5 The floral designs are beautiful. 6 I know my teacher would like the gift.

The tips..
Pupils: must make a choice. Tip - a good choice is which they can give good reasons for that choice. A reason answers the question WHY they made that choice. give reasons based on the question e.g., To choose for your sister / mother / friend / family or yourself. write correct sentences. check their punctuation and spelling. write neatly and clearly.

The difference between statements and reasons.

Statements The blouse costs RM 49.90. Reasons I can buy the blouse because I have RM 50.00.

The colours are turquoise, maroon My teacher loves green. and green. The blouse is made in Malaysia. We must support products made in Malaysia. Silk is cool and comfortable.
* Answer the question WHY.

The blouse is made of silk.

Information is given.

The list of reasons for the different areas in simple sentences

No. 1. Areas Place / Venue / Location Examples: the train station, the park, Hilton Hotel Reasons I can go there easily. It is near my house. I can go there on Sunday. It is a nice / beautiful /safe place.

2.

Society / Clubs It is an enjoyable society. Examples : It is an interesting club. The Boys Scouts, The Red Crescent I can gain more knowledge. Society, I can improve my English. The English Club I can learn new things. I can make new friends. It teaches me to be confident. It teaches me to be independent.

3.

Price / Fee / Fare / Rent / Cost Examples : Price / Cost of a pair of shoes : RM 30.00 Taxi fare to the airport : RM 25.00 House Monthly Rental : RM 400.00 Monthly tuition fee : RM 50.00

It is reasonable. It is a reasonable price. It is affordable. It is within my budget. I can afford it. The price is low. The fee is affordable. It is cheap. I can afford to buy it. I have enough money to buy it.

4.

Free gifts / souvenirs Examples : a pencil box a soft toy 3 pencils

discounts/

offers

/ It is an attractive offer. They are attractive offers. I can save my pocket money. So I do not have to buy it / them. I dont have to spend more money.

5.

6.

7.

Food / Drinks / Menu / Dishes / It is delicious / tasty. Meal It is nutritious. Examples : It is my favourite drink / food. fried noodles /rice It is good for health. fresh orange juice It is a refreshing drink. yummy fried chicken Transport It is comfortable. Examples : It is convenient. Easy Jet The fare is reasonable / VIP Luxury Coach affordable. Fast Rail I can rest during the journey. It is a good /safe way of travelling. It is fast. I can enjoy the scenery. Facility / Facilities I can enjoy them. Examples : I can use them. the swimming pool, the library, It is comfortable. the park, the playground, It is convenient to go there. the gym I can play/exercise there.

8.

Date / Time / Duration Examples : 5 May 2012 3.00 p.m. 5.00 p.m. 4 days 3 night

I am free during that time. I can use my time usefully. I would not feel bored.

9.

Colour / Fashion / Pattern / Design It is beautiful / attractive / Examples : eye-catching. blue, green, red It is my favourite colour / design. blouse, gown, skirt, It suits me. batik It is the latest fashion / pattern / design. Occupation Examples : teacher policeman engineer I can earn a good salary. It teaches me to be responsible. I have always wanted to be a teacher / policeman / engineer. I will be able to support my family / parents next time. It is a good job.

10.

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Pen-pal / Facebook friend Examples : a pen-pal in Australia a Facebook friend in Thailand

We can exchange ideas. We have the same interest. We have the same hobbies. I can learn about his / her country.

12.

Pets Examples : cat dog rabbit fish

It is cute. It is easy to look after/ to take care of. It is easy to feed. I can play with it. It can be my good companion. I love animals.
It It It It It is is is is is cool. comfortable. lasting. worth to buy it. of good quality.

13.

Material / Clothes Examples : silk cotton leather

Conclusion
I am sure I have made a good choice.
I am happy with my choice.

Thank you for your attention and wish all of you GOOD LUCK!