Introduction

Structure

Time Allocation	50 minutes
Length	Regardless of form, all responses should be 2-3 pages (approximately 300 words per page)
Marks	50

T.A.G.S Approach

Topic	Address the question, identify problems, give solutions, cover at least 3 issues.
Audience	Who is the piece for? Use appropriate language, formal or informal?
Genre	What layout/structural/formatting features are expected?
Style	What language techniques are used to achieve aim of the piece?

Types of Genres (all have a formal structure):

• Formal letter
• Open letter
• Letter to editor
• Article/Opinion piece
• Podcast script
• Proposal
• Report
• Speech (formal)
• Talk (conversational)
• Radio talk
• Diary/Blog
• Interview
• Petition
• Introduction (e.g. book of poetry)

Key Points:

• Audience Determines Language: Adapt your writing style to suit the audience.
• Creative Modelling: Integrate ideas from the given text into your response.
  • Example: If the text discusses climate change, address related points in your piece.
• Formulate a Plan: Use TAGS to plan your response. Make sure to include appropriate opening and closing paragraphs/sections.
• Check All Questions First: Choose the one that suits you best, then decide on the comprehension for Question A.

Avoid Common Pitfalls:

• Do not make your answer too long; keep it concise and to the point.
• Plan your answer to avoid wandering off-topic.
• Ensure your points are organised before writing.