Cayman Islands Writing Exemplar

AF7: 

Word Choice

 – Select appropriate and effective vocabulary

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The author uses some convincing words/phrases within the text (e.g., “should,” “please,” “give us”).

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There are several instances in which the author uses a wider vocabulary to effectively persuade the  

reader (e.g., “beautiful,” “loving,” “kind,” “presented”).

AF8: 

Conventions

 – Use correct spelling

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The majority of common words are spelled correctly.

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The author demonstrates some phonemic awareness when constructing unknown words and makes  

appropriate attempts at adventurous words (e.g., “precinted” – presented).