Composition — Revision Summary
Composition (≈ 20–25 marks) tests original writing. You usually choose ONE from several prompts. Aim for ~300–350 words unless told otherwise.
Types you may be asked
- Descriptive — a person, place, scene or experience. Appeal to the five senses.
- Narrative — tells a story; clear beginning → rising action → climax → end.
- Argumentative / Discursive — "for and against" a statement; balanced paragraphs + your stand in the conclusion.
- Reflective — thoughts around an abstract idea (e.g. Courage).
- Picture composition — build a story/description suggested by the image.
Structure
- Introduction — hook + sets the scene/thesis.
- Body — 2–4 well-linked paragraphs, one idea each.
- Conclusion — rounds off; for argumentative, state your opinion.
Scoring tips
- Plan for 3–4 minutes before writing.
- Vary sentence length; use precise vocabulary and a few figures of speech.
- Keep tense and person consistent. Proofread for grammar, spelling, punctuation.
- Stay on the topic — examiners cut marks for irrelevance.