Level 1 – Term 3

Week 1 – 3 ( Unit 09 )

Topic : Narrative

Techniques :

1. Recap nature of Narrative
2. How to write vivid description
3. Using concrete detail for Narrative

Reference Articles :

1. Swim or Die of Embarrassment
2. Mountain Blueberries
3. LA Skaters: An Interview
4. Good Scheme Loses Lustre Because of Government Inefficiency

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Week 4 – 6 ( Unit 10 )

Topic : Argumentative

Techniques :

1. Recap nature of Argumentative
2. Worried about taking a firm stance on an issue?
3. Why do I need to address the opposing side’s argument?
4. Addressing the opposition
5. How do I accomplish

Reference Articles :

1. Memo from the mayor
2. The writer of the above letter
3. Love is Blind
4. MTR’s Exorbitant Fare Increase

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Week 7 – 9 ( Unit 11 )

Topic : Letter

Techniques :

1. Format of a letter
2. Content of a letter

Reference Articles :

1. The Admirable Personality of the Dalai Lama
2. The Great Wall of China
3. The Fridge
4. Silvio Berlusconi announces engagement to 27-year-old

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Week 10 – 12 ( Unit 12 )

Topic : Book Review

Techniques :

1. Introduction ( Background and Thesis )
2. Summary of Key Arguments
3. Evaluation and Anaylsis
4. Conclusion
5. Common Problems in Book Reviews

Reference Articles :

1. Harry Potter and The Deathly Hallows
2. The Godfather
3. Advent Calendar
4. Women Gain Ground in China. Or Do They?

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Week 13 ( Test )

One Question per Question Book
Time allowed: 1 hour