[TIPS FOR P6 CHINESE COMPOSITION]
Why must we review the topic?
Before you write, you need to read the topic carefully to find out the objective of
the question, so that you will be able to capture the important points, as a result
you will not have a problem of writing something out of topic/point or running out
of time.
The methods and steps for topic review
. Find out the keywords , for e.g in "My Favourite Present", a present shows that it
can not be more than 1 present.
. Use important factors as a basis , think about these keywords and related
details.
Draw outline - a waste of time or save time?
It is not a waste of time. Draw the outline about 5 minutes to avoid getting out
of point/topic or too long.
Five minutes to think-not more than that not less than that
Design the framework of the picture.
Pictorial and tabular composition
During the process of thinking, if you realise the words cannot express your
thoughts, you can use picture or table to temporarily replace the complete
sentences.
Something that upsets me
People: I, my friend
Place: School
Time: After school
Reason: my friend criticised me in school
Process: After school-Lunch-play-my friend lost
to me when playing a game-my friend was unhappy-my friend says that I look down on him.
Ending: I was very upset and disappointed.
Topic Review-important factors-help your train of thoughts
Although words are not included in the 5 minutes thinking time, some keywords in the
topic must be paid attention to. Also, we must keep reminding yourself to follow
these plans and outlines.
Subject: An Unforgettable neighbour
Keywords: " One Person "
" Unforgettable"
" neighbour "
Steps to writing composition
1.For picture composition, go through the picture carefully,
understand the theme of the picture, plan the conclusion.
2.Set the main subject, choose the ingredients and list down the important points so
that you will not miss out anything.
3.Plan the Outline: must separate into few paragraphs, the rough ideas of each
paragraph.
4.Constantly check the content, after every paragraph.
5.Take note of the number of words and Time management.
(150 words) (50 minutes)
6.After finishing the composition, you must
a)read the composition from the top to the bottom
b)Carry out the necessary corrections
c)Make sure the story flows.
18.8.07
*P5-6:17 August 07 PSLE Chinese Oral Exam Analysis
A British Boy, Ryan who has given up chinese can now memorised 30 sentences.It is really a miracle as after 14 months he has confidence of getting 35/50 for the oral exam.
Jing Wen a dumb" girl who only nod and shake her head can elaborate her idea to a paragraph in conversation.She now has confidence of getting 40/50 for the oral.The girl who look like a Korean film star has this attitude change which is considered as another miracle.
Jing Wen a dumb" girl who only nod and shake her head can elaborate her idea to a paragraph in conversation.She now has confidence of getting 40/50 for the oral.The girl who look like a Korean film star has this attitude change which is considered as another miracle.
16.8.07
P3-S4:Nervous! How?
If you are nervous ,pray to God.Even for free thinkers, go ahead to find a person you can pray to.You will feel better in the examination room after praying.All the best for your exams!
20.7.07
15.7.07
*P4-6: PSLE Oral Examination advice from Andrew!
Andrew is a Primary 6 student about to take his Primary School Leaving Examinations this year. Hear his advice on how to SHINE in every oral exam!
5.7.07
*P4-6: A Guide for PSLE Oral Exam
The PSLE Oral Examination for Chinese is separated into 3 components which are:
1. Reading the passage
2. Picture description
3. Conversation
5 minutes prior to the actual oral examination, here are a few things you should do while waiting for your turn:
1. Read the passage a few times
2. If you encounter any words that you really (I mean really and seriously) don't know how to read, skip it
3. In order to prevent missing out important parts of a picture, make it a point to describe it in a clockwise or anti-clockwise direction
4. You're expected to describe the picture continuously; the more detailed you are, the better
Dos and Donts
1. Refrain from pointing at the passage or picture with your finger
2. Give your opinions about the things you see in the picture. Use words like "Wo jue de", "Wo ren wei" or "Wo xiang". If you can't tell if the person is an officer for example, (probably due to poor printings), use words like "Zhi yuan" as a general term to identify the character.
3. Try to control your reading speed;
> You might miss a word if you read too fast or
> Too slow and you might not be fluent enough
4. Stick to the theme and mood of the passage and read it as if you are really 'feeling' the story. Some moods include:
> Happiness
> Disheartened
> Angry
Dialogue of old people should sound slow, young characters should sound fast. It's all about the mood :)
5. Always remember to use the right mood for the passage but do not over exaggerate.
1. Reading the passage
2. Picture description
3. Conversation
5 minutes prior to the actual oral examination, here are a few things you should do while waiting for your turn:
1. Read the passage a few times
2. If you encounter any words that you really (I mean really and seriously) don't know how to read, skip it
3. In order to prevent missing out important parts of a picture, make it a point to describe it in a clockwise or anti-clockwise direction
4. You're expected to describe the picture continuously; the more detailed you are, the better
Dos and Donts
1. Refrain from pointing at the passage or picture with your finger
2. Give your opinions about the things you see in the picture. Use words like "Wo jue de", "Wo ren wei" or "Wo xiang". If you can't tell if the person is an officer for example, (probably due to poor printings), use words like "Zhi yuan" as a general term to identify the character.
3. Try to control your reading speed;
> You might miss a word if you read too fast or
> Too slow and you might not be fluent enough
4. Stick to the theme and mood of the passage and read it as if you are really 'feeling' the story. Some moods include:
> Happiness
> Disheartened
> Angry
Dialogue of old people should sound slow, young characters should sound fast. It's all about the mood :)
5. Always remember to use the right mood for the passage but do not over exaggerate.
*P4-6:Picture description techniques
1. Do not directly translate english into mandarin (grammar to be exact) and never use english in mandarin as well. Don't use english as a medium to think up the structure of your speech but instead, use chinese.
2. Do not talk about irrelevant subjects or topics in a picture description.
3. Leave questionable parts of the picture to the conversation section and try not to dwell too much on the subject as time is of course, precious.
4. Describe the environment seen in the picture first
5. After doing so, get right to the point of systematically describing parts of the picture either in a clockwise or an anti-clockwise direction.
2. Do not talk about irrelevant subjects or topics in a picture description.
3. Leave questionable parts of the picture to the conversation section and try not to dwell too much on the subject as time is of course, precious.
4. Describe the environment seen in the picture first
5. After doing so, get right to the point of systematically describing parts of the picture either in a clockwise or an anti-clockwise direction.
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