1119/2 WRITING
PART 3:
REVIEW
BY
TEACHER ELLE AND TEACHER SYUD
THE WRITING
SECTION
M A R K S A L L O C AT I O N A N D W H AT YO U
SHOULD KNOW
THE EXAMINATION FORMAT
THE ITEMS ARE DIVIDED INTO: PART 1: EMAIL (80 WORDS)
- LIMITED RESPONSE (PART 1) PART 2: ESSAY (125 -150 WORDS)
- OPEN RESPONSE (PART 2&3) PART 3: EXTENDED WRITING (200 – 250 WORDS)
MARKS ALLOCATION: WEIGHTAGE:
PART 1: 20 MARKS 25% OF THE OVERALL GRADE
PART 2: 20 MARKS
PART 3: 20 MARKS
EXAM DURATION: CEFR RANGE:
1 HOUR 30 MINUTES B1 – B2
MARKING ASSESSMENT
TACKLING THE ASSESSMENT
PART 3: REVIEW
U N D E R S TA N D I N G T H E TA S K A N D
USEFUL LANGUAGE
WHAT IS A REVIEW?
ANALYSIS TOPIC
It is an analysis, comment & The topic includes:
Movie / song / restaurant /
evaluation on what you holiday destination / book / etc.
HAVE EXPERIENCED
INTERESTING CONVINCING
A review is written in an A review should be convincing
interesting style and convincing. It because it is based on REAL
makes us want to read more!
opinion and experience
NOTE: RATING
• Topic refers to ONE movie/song/place A review includes rating. Readers
that you are reviewing would refer to your review in
• Be consistent in using suitable tone & trying something new!
interesting language
3 PARTS IN WRITING A REVIEW
1 2 3
DESCRIPTION DISCUSSION RECOMMENDATION
- Describe the name of - Discuss, give opinions, - End the review with an
provide strong statement
what is reviewed overall opinion or
- Give a clear background about the topic conclusion about the topic.
information on the topic - Be specific.What makes it - Use rating or give star or
words of recommendation.
great and amazing?
USEFUL LANGUAGE: VOCABULARY / PHRASES /
EXPRESSIONS
MOVIE REVIEW
• Background: • General comments / opinions
– This fascinating film is… – The cast is excellent / weak / unconvincing
– The film is directed by… – It has a tragic / dramatic ending
– This is a comedy/horror film/love story – The colour in the photography is natural /
• Main points of the plot spectacular / dark and frightening
– The plot focuses on… • Recommendations
– The story begins / concerns about / is about…
– The film reaches a climax when… – Don’t miss it! / It is well worth seeing!
– The plot is absolutely exciting / touching / – I highly / thoroughly / strongly recommend it
– It is a boring movie.
thrilling…
USEFUL LANGUAGE: VOCABULARY / PHRASES /
EXPRESSIONS
MUSIC/SONG REVIEW
• Genres • Others
– Ballad / Jazz / Ambient Music – Beat / rhythm / melody / lyrics
– Pop / Hip hop / Country – Live / recording / album / record
– Rock / Alternative – Artist / singer / group / band
– Bass / drum / guitar / synth
• Adjectives
– Acoustic / authentic / avant-garde
– Calming / upbeat / sad
– Melodious / harmonious
USEFUL LANGUAGE: VOCABULARY / PHRASES /
EXPRESSIONS
FOOD REVIEW
• Taste • Preparation Method
– Acidic / bitter / briny – Baked / braised / broiled / fried
– Earthy / fiery / fresh / nutty – Fermented / glazed / marinated
– Sharp / rich / salty / spicy – Roasted / sautéed / seared / whipped
• Texture
– Airy / buttery / creamy
– Crispy / crunchy / delicate
– Hearty / juicy / gooey / tender
USEFUL LANGUAGE: VOCABULARY / PHRASES /
EXPRESSIONS
PLACE / POPULAR
DESTINATION REVIEW
WRITING
PRACTICE
FILL IN THE BLANKS
W R I T I N G TA S K 1 K K T 5 _ J U LY. P D F
W R I T I N G TA S K 1 K K T 5 _ J U LY. D O C X
WRITING TASK 1 ANSWERS:
1. die-hard 6. extraordinary
2. rock 7. best-selling
3. catchy 8. top
4. bitterness 9. relevant
5. is ruined 10. fundamental
WRITING
PRACTICE
A P L AC E / L O C AT I O N R E V I E W
LET’S TRY STEPS
You recently saw this on your school board. Read the task carefully. Underline
the key words/point.
Reviews required!
Lay down what you are going to
What is the best place to have a study write in each paragraph:
group in school? Write us a review about
1) Introduction
the place. Say what makes the place
suitable. 2) Body Paragraph (2 – 3)
Would you recommend the place to your 3) Recommendation
friends? Why?
The best reviews will be published in our
school magazine.
Write your review