ARTICLE

Planning the Article

Title Article usually have a title.

The title should be informative and attractive.
Example: The Cure of Pandemic Covid-19

Think of an interesting title which will make people want to read your article.

Opening /  Start your article in an interesting way. You could ask the reader a
Introduction question or make strong statement and give a general overview of a
topic.
 Should be clearly defined, clearly linked and should not be too long-
winded.

Main Part /  Write a topic sentence to introduce the central idea of the paragraph.
Paragraph 1  Present ideas (suggestions / recommendations / opinions).
Paragraph 2  Give examples.
Paragraph 3  Separate paragraphs for each major point

Conclusion  Summarise the main points.

 Write a general comment and your overall opinion on the topic.

Useful Phrases

Rhetorical
Questions

 Have you ever wondered / thought of / seen …?

 Did you know that … ?
 What do you think about…?

Stating Personal
Opinion

 There is no / little doubt that…

 People always say / claim / believe / think that…
Model Question 1

Write your answer in 200 – 250 words in an appropriate style on this question paper.

You see this notice board outside the school library.

Articles Wanted!
Our School Library

 What types of reading materials would you like to have?

 What special facilities should your library have?
 How can you improve your library?

Write us an article answering these questions.

The best article will be published in the school magazine.

Step 1: Analyse the Question

1. Requirement of the task:
 Word limit: 200 -250 words
2. Identify the style:
 Text type: Article – Our School Library (Title)
3. Identify the task:
 Write an article about your school library.
 Answer the three questions given.
4. Identify your audience:
 School magazine readers
5. Tense to use
 Present tense
6. Writing style
 Formal

Step 2: Plan Your Response

1. The task requires you to write an article for your school magazine, so
remember to write in formal style using the article format.

2. Respond to all the questions:

 Types of reading materials?
- Popular books and magazines.
 Special facilities?
- A comfortable reading area, a café.
 Improvements?
- Involve all students to take care of the library

3. Organise your points into paragraphs.

Step 3: Write Your Answer

MODEL ANSWER

Our School Library

The library is an important place in a school as it makes an important contribution

to a student’s success. Hence, the reading materials, facilities, and environment
provided by our school library are vital.

Firstly, more popular books and lifestyle magazines should be included in our
school library. This is because popular books such as the Harry Potter series would
definitely attract more students to read. Besides that, various magazines that provide
different aspects of life should also be included. This is because students can gain more
knowledge through those magazines.

Secondly, our school library will be more conducive for reading if it is equipped with a
comfortable reading area and a café. Comfortable armchairs, sofa and bean bags would
definitely attract readers to sit there and read longer. If this reading area is further
complimented with a café, then it would definitely be the best hang out area for many
students.

Finally, all students need to play their roles to keep our school library in good
condition. Every library user should handle all the books and facilities in the library with
care. For instance, we should clean the table and tidy up reading area before we leave. We
can also volunteer our services to be a librarian.

In conclusion, a good library should not only contain books and magazines, it should
be well-managed and well-utilised by its visitors too. It is hoped that our school library will
be a popular hang-out place for students one day.
Model Question 2

Write your answer in 200 – 250 words in an appropriate style on this question paper.

You see this notice board outside the school hall.

Articles Wanted!
My School Canteen

 What other food you would like to be served?

 What other facilities should your school canteen have?
 What are the areas of improvement for the canteen?

Write us an article answering these questions.

The best article will be published in the school magazine.

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Model Question 3

Write your answer in 200 – 250 words in an appropriate style on this question paper.

You see this notice board outside the school hall.

Articles Wanted!
My School Hall

 What activities can be conducted at the school hall?

 What special facilities should your school hall have?
 How can you improve your school hall?

Write us an article answering these questions.

The best article will be published in the school magazine.

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Model Question 4

Write your answer in 200 – 250 words in an appropriate style on this question paper.

You see this notice board outside the staffroom.

Articles Required!
How to Excel in Examinations

 How do you study?

 How do you learn in class?
 What do you do to prepare for the examination?

Write us an article answering these questions.

The best article will be published in the school magazine.

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Model Question 5

Write your answer in 200 – 250 words in an appropriate style on this question paper.

You see this notice board outside the school canteen.

Articles Wanted!
Stop Smoking!

 How does smoking affect the lungs?

 How does smoking affect the heart?
 What does smoking affect our general health?

Write us an article addressing these issues.

The best article will be displayed on the school’s bulletin board.

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Model Question 6

Write your answer in 200 – 250 words in an appropriate style on this question paper.

You see this notice board outside the library noticeboard.

Articles Needed!
Keeping Up With Technology

 What kind of technology do we have now?

 What are the advantages of technology?
 What are the disadvantages of technology?

Write us an article answering the questions.

The best article will be displayed in the school magazine.

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Model Question 7

Write your answer in 200 – 250 words in an appropriate style on this question paper.

You see this notice board outside the school library.

Send us your Articles!

Pros and Cons of Studying Abroad

 Have you considered pursuing your studies abroad?

 What are the advantages of studying abroad?
 What are the possible disadvantages?

Write us an article answering these questions.

The best article will be displayed in the school magazine.

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Model Question 8

Write your answer in 200 – 250 words in an appropriate style on this question paper.

You see this notice board outside the local gym.

Articles Wanted!
A Healthy Lifestyle

 What is a healthy lifestyle?

 How can you achieve a healthy lifestyle?
 How can you encourage your friends to practise a healthy lifestyle?

Write us an article answering these questions.

The best article will be displayed on our website.

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Model Question 9

Write your answer in 200 – 250 words in an appropriate style on this question paper.

You see this announcement published in an international travel magazine.

Calling for Articles!

Globetrotter Magazine

 What is your ideal travel destination?

 What facilities and services do you look for during your stay?
 How can travellers stay safe on-the-go?

Write us an article answering these questions.

The best article will be published in our next issue.

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Model Question 10

Write your answer in 200 – 250 words in an appropriate style on this question paper.

You see this notice on the board outside your local Tourist Information Centre.

Articles Wanted! Help Our Town Out!

Tourist Information Centre

 What are some local attractions to visit in this town?

 What facilities and services should the town provide?
 How can the town attract more visitors and tourists?

Write us an article answering these questions.

The best article will be published in the national tourism bulletin.

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