Cayman Islands Writing Exemplar

AF6: 

Conventions

 – Write with technical accuracy of syntax and punctuation in phrases,  

clauses and sentences

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The author uses full stops correctly to end his/her sentences and also uses question marks appropriately. 

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Capital letters are used by the author to start all sentences, for “I,” and for all proper nouns. 

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The author is beginning to use commas in the context of letter writing (e.g., in salutation), when making lists, 

and after clauses (e.g., “First”).

AF7: 

Word Choice

 – Select appropriate and effective vocabulary

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The author uses some convincing words within the text (e.g., “truly believe,” “need,” “should,” “honestly  

believe”).

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There is some evidence that the author is using a wider vocabulary (e.g., “wonderful,” “believe” instead  

of “think”).