Cayman Islands Writing Exemplar

Level 4b

Assessment Commentary:

AF1: 

Ideas & Voice

 – Write imaginative, interesting, and thoughtful texts

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The author includes three reasons that are beyond personal reasons. All ideas are relevant, linked to the topic, 

and argue the positives of having computers in the classroom (e.g., waste time going to the lab, no games, no 

doubling booking), and the student elaborates on each reason with a variety of details.  

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The author’s individuality and unique voice are evident throughout the majority of the text. His/her writing is 

lively, expressive, and engages the reader. The author utilizes questions in the opening, personal commentary 

(e.g., “I think not”), and short sentences help to showcase his/her personality. The overall tone shows that the 

writer cares about the topic and the potential outcomes. Additionally, there is a sense of enthusiasm behind the 

author’s words.