SPM Writing Masterclass

Complete answering techniques and full sample essays from the "Write to Impress" module.

Part 1: Email

Topic: Advice on Exam Stress

G.R.123.C Formula

  • G Greeting: Hi [Name], Hello...
  • R Respond: Great to hear from you...
  • 123 Content: Answer 3 bullets points.
  • C Closing: Bye for now...

Functions:

To Suggest To Advise To Invite

Part 2: Guided Essay

Topic: Kindness (125-150 words)

Structure (TEEEL)

  • Topic Sentence (Main Idea)
  • Explanation (Why?)
  • Example (Evidence)
  • Elaboration (Details)
  • Linking Sentence (Conclusion)

Prompt Requirements:

1. An act of kindness you experienced.
2. Why we must be kind.
3. How to encourage kindness.

Part 3: Story

Title: The Strange Object

5-Plot Structure

Exposition: James finds glowing object.
Rising Action: Lights flicker, whispers echo.
Climax: Journey to cave to destroy it.
Falling Action: Object sparks and turns to dust.
Resolution: Peace returns to James' life.

Vivid Description (Show Don't Tell):

"The nights became restless, filled with strange dreams and eerie sounds."

Part 3: Report

Subject: Museum Visit

Formal Format

To: Principal of SMK...
Date: 21 July 2025
Subject: Report on English Language Club's Visit

Always include "To", "From" (optional if signed at bottom), "Date", and a clear "Subject".

Past Tense Passive Voice No Slang

Part 3: Article

Topic: Teenagers & Social Media

Catchy Titles

Articles need a hook. Use questions or strong statements.

  • • "Hooked on the Scroll"
  • • "Teens Find Escape in Tunes!"
  • • "Is Social Media Your Friend or Foe?"

Connectors

To begin with • In addition • On top of that • To sum up

Bonus: Writing Tools

Grammar & Cohesion

Coordinating Conjunctions

F
For
A
And
N
Nor
B
But
O
Or
Y
Yet
S
So

Design based on "Kata Bantu" | Content from "SPM 1119/2 Answering Technique"