Composition Guidance

Content

Candidates should aim to:

- address the topic directly and adequately within the required length[1] and time constraints

- elaborate and develop the central points

- ensure that the discussion or argument is intelligible and coherent

- avoid deviation from the subject

Organization[2]

Candidates should aim to:

- provide a clear structure (e.g. introduction, middle and end)

- provide a smooth and logical transition between points

Style

Candidates should aim to:

- strike a balance between the formal and vernacular

- fluency, rhythm of the language and naturalness

- use appropriate writing style (narrative, commentary,etc) to the topic

Grammar

Candidates should aim to:

- demonstrate accuracy

- use of a variety of constructions

Vocabulary

Candidates should aim to:

- demonstrate a good range and breadth

- demonstrate appropriate use of words and phrases

Characters

Candidates should aim to:

- ensure accuracy and legibility

- not to mix simplified with full-form characters