Instructions:
The writing section in the Selective Exam has 15% weighting.
Student responses are marked on 2 sets of marking criteria:
For official guidelines on how the new Selective School Entrance Exam is assessed, visit here.
Recommended time limit: 30 minutes
Q1) Challenges
Challenges are an important aspect of life and have many benefits on our long-term self-development. In particular, challenges experienced during teenage years prepare a person for the adult world.
Write about the importance of consistently challenging yourself.
Q2) Playground improvement
Your local playground is getting dirty and worn out from usage over the past 30 years. The local council wants to improve the playground with better facilities.
Write a letter to the local council, suggesting some new additions to the playground and indicate some issues with the current facilities that need to be fixed.
Q3) Continue the story
The sky was blue, the spring breeze was not too hot or cold, just the right temperature. Sitting on the green grass with an old book spread open in my hands made my mind at peace. Occasionally, the wind would tickle my nose with the sweet scent of bright yellow daffodils. It was the best day ever until…
Your task is to complete the rest of the story.
*You do not need to copy out the beginning in your response.
Q4) Underwater City
Imagine it's December 24th, 2185.
Write a diary entry from the perspective of someone your own age living in an underwater city.
In your diary entry, offer a glimpse into life underwater, including details about:
The unique modes of underwater transportation
The daily routines of the underwater community
Any other extraordinary aspects of living
Q5) R U OK
‘R U OK’ Day is coming up and your teacher has appointed you to explore different potential sources of stress or negative emotions and brainstorm ways to cope with these issues.
Write a mental health guide for students, recommending methods of coping with stress and negative emotions.
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