Cayman Islands Writing Exemplar

AF1: 

Ideas & Voice

 – Write imaginative, interesting, and thoughtful texts

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The author provides three personal reasons related to the topic, but there is no elaboration provided.

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The piece lacks detailed pictures and/or labels; however, the author is beginning to use a few adjectives like  

“fantastic” in an attempt to add some individuality to the piece of writing.

       AF2: 

Organisation

 – Produce texts which are appropriate to task, reader, and purpose

•  The purpose and audience of the piece are identified. The author provides reasons that attempt to appeal to 

the audience’s emotional values (e.g., “I need him to keep company”). 

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Persuasive letters don’t typically require a title and therefore this is not an expectation for this piece. However, 

it is important to note that the author does include a date, salutation, and a closing which are expected features 

of this text form. A letter date, which is an expected feature, is not included. 

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The author uses a few developmentally appropriate persuasive devices, including questions directed to the  

audience (e.g., “Can I get a fantastic pet fish?”) and he/she is beginning to use some hyperbole through the 

 

incorporation of the adjective “fantastic.”