WRITING MODULE:

PART 1

Short Communicative
Message
Name : _______________________________

Class : _______________________________
Prepared by: Lim Wee Wee
 Objectives:

Pupils will be able to:

a. understand ways to write an email
b. communicate with appropriate language, form and style

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 Text type:
Email

Audience:
Marks: Family or
20 Part 1:
Short friends
Communicative
Message

Language:
Word limit: Informal/
About 80 formal
words

When writing the response, candidates may be asked to:

 make and respond to simple requests and suggestions
 explain simple processes
 narrate factual or imagined events and experiences
 express and respond to opinions and common feelings such
as happiness, sadness, surprise and interest

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 Useful expression

To greet

How are you doing? How have you been?

How are you (keeping)? Glad to hear from you.
How are things? I am writing to tell you /let you know...
It was great to hear from you
again.

To give opinion To suggest

I think … I would suggest...
I feel that… I recommend that...
In my opinion… I think it’s a good idea to...

To justify To wish
… due to… Have fun!
The reason is… All the best!
It’s a good idea because... Enjoy your trip!
Good luck!

To advise To close

You should… Well, that’s all for now.

You have to… Write back soon.
I think you need to… I’m looking forward to hearing
It would be good if... from you.
Keep in touch.

To send the email To sign off

Write soon. Your friend, Best wishes,
Till hear from you again. Your cousin, Warm regards,
Hope to hear from you soon. Your sincerely, Best regards,
Yours,

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 MODEL QUESTION 1

You receive the following email from your cousin, Hakim who has just moved from your hometown.

Hi,

Our school holidays is going to start next week. Let’s go for a picnic with all
our cousins. Where do you think we should go? What can we do there?
What should we bring?

I hope to hear from you soon.

Bye!

Write an email to your cousin in about 80 words. Write your answer below.

You receive the following email from your cousin, Hakim who has just moved from your hometown.

Identify the sender:

Your cousin, Hakim
Hi,
Identify the situation:
Our school holidays is going to start next week. Let’s go for a picnic with all Hakim invites you to
have a picnic with your
our cousins. Where do you think we should go? What can we do there? other cousins

What should we bring?

Language function:
To suggest
I hope to hear from you soon.
Tense to use:
- present tense

Write an email to your cousin in about 80 words. Write your answer below.
Writing style:
- informal

Requirements of the task:

Reply your cousin’s email in
about 80 words

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 MODEL ANSWER 1

To : Hakim@ [Link]
Subject: Picnic with cousins

Dear Hakim,

Glad to hear from you. I love your ides of going for a picnic with all our cousins.

I would suggest Bukit Aup because there are many shady spots by its beautiful lake.

In this big park, we can jogging and play board games. Your sister can even take photos.

There are a few things we need to bring - the games, food and drinks, and a picnic mat. Let me
make a list.

See you soon.

Your cousin,
Sam

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 MODEL QUESTION 2

You receive an email from your friend, Jenny who is studying in another school.

Hi,

I am feeling a little down after receiving our mid-year exam results. I did not do
well at all and I’m worried. Can you give me some advice on how I can improve
my results? Do you think I should attend tuition classes? How do you juggle
your studies and extracurricular activities and yet still do well in exams?

I would really appreciate your help.

Bye.

Write an email to your cousin in about 80 words. Write your answer below.

MODEL ANSWER 2

To : Rania@ [Link]
Subject: How to do well in exams

Hello Rania,

I’m sorry to hear that you didn’t do well in the our mid-year examination. However, don’t worry
too much. There is still time to improve. Firstly, try to study consistently. Don’t wait until the very
last minutes.

It’s good to attend tuition classes for weaker subjects to get extra coaching. Finally. It is important
that you learn to manage your time well. Make a schedule of all your activities and try to stick to it.

All the best!

Your friend,
Asmira

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 MODEL QUESTION 3

You receive the following email from Deven, the house captain. Read the email asking about the
house meeting recently.

To : rahman@[Link]
Subject: Help
Hi,

How are you doing? How was the Blue House meeting? I’, still down with my fever, so
I’m not sure when I will be back in school. Did you take some notes?

I was told that there are a lot of things to do for our sports day. is it true that the theme for
tent decoration is Cartoons?

I also heard we have been asked to or organize the tug-of-war and take care of cleanliness.
Wow that sounds like a lot of work! I’d appreciate any news from you.

Hoping to hear from you soon!

Devan

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 MODEL ANSWER 3

Read the following example to learn how to write a good email. Label the parts correctly. Put the email
parts in order in the boxes provided.

To : devan007@[Link]
Subject: Sports Day
Hi,

Hope you’re feeling better. Fever can be make your head ache like mad, doesn’t it?

The house meeting was an important one and we finished at 6.30 a.m.! Mr. Azmi, our
teacher advisor chaired the meeting. Of course I took down some notes so no worries.

Yes, the theme this year is Cartoons. How about The Flinstones? Look like we have to pre-
pare the materials needed for the inter-house tug-of-war. For cleanliness, Mr. Naga wants us
to make sure every tent has enough garbage liners to prevent littering and to collect them
after the event. Should be o.k.

Get well soon Devan. We miss your jokes!

Your friend,
Rahman

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 PRACTICE 1

You received an email from your friend, Jesseca who is studying in another state.

Hello,

My English teacher is retiring soon and my class and I wish to give him a farewell party.
Where should we do it? Who should we invite? What can we give him as a gift.

I’ll be waiting for your reply.

Bye!

Write an email to your friend in about 80 words.

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 PRACTICE 2

You received an email from your classmate, Su Ling.

Hi,

My birthday will be coming soon. I would like to celebrate it with you and our classmates.
Where shall we celebrate it and what can we do there? Do you think we should have a
theme?

Do let me know what you think.

Bye!

Write an email to your classmate in about 80 words.

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 PRACTICE 3

You received an email from your friend, Albert who is a fellow Scout member.

Hi,

The weekends are here. Let’s go camping with our friends. Where shall we go and what
can we do there? What should we bring?

Hope to hear a favourable reply from you.

Bye!

Write an email to your friend in about 80 words.

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 PRACTICE 4

You received an email from your friend, Mala who has just moved to another town.

Hi,

How have you been doing? I’m organizing a trip to the orphanage for the members of my
Counselling Club. Which orphanage would be good to visit? What can we do there? What
shall we bring for the children?

I wish to hear from you soon.

Bye!

Write an email to your friend in about 80 words.

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 PRACTICE 5

You received an email from your friend, Michael who lives in another town.

Hi,

I need to do a History project and I know you just completed one recently. Could you
suggest an interesting area of study? How should I collect information? Where should I
go?

I look forward to your prompt reply.

Bye!

Write an email to your friend in about 80 words.

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 PRACTICE 6

You received an email from your friend, Jennie who lives in Australia.

Hello,

My sister is going to Malaysia for the first time and she loves food very much. What local
food should she try? Where should she go? Are they cheap or expensive places?

I hope you reply me soon.

Bye!

Write an email to your friend in about 80 words.

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 PRACTICE 7

You received an email from your friend, Jennie who lives in Australia.

Hi Anne,

My English Language Society teacher advisor has asked me to do a book review in the
school assembly next week. This is part of our campaign to encourage reading among
students. I know that you read a lot. Can you recommend me a book that I can read and
why you chose it?

Thanks Anne. I know I can count on you.

Hope to hear from you soon.

Yours sincerely,
Adinah

Write an email to your friend in about 80 words.

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 PRACTICE 8

You received an email from your cousin, Serena who is living in another town.

Hi,

Congratulations! I heard that you have won the Public Speaking Competition in your
school again. Where did you learn your public speaking skills? Can you please share
with me some tips on how to speak well? Will you be joining any more competitions?

Looking forward to hearing from you.

Bye!

Write an email to your cousin in about 80 words.

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To :
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 PRACTICE 9

You received an email from your cousin, Farah who lives in another state.

Hi,

School holidays is coming soon. I wish to learn a musical instrument. What do you think I
should learn? Where should I learn it? What should I buy?

I wish to hear from you soon.

Bye!

Sincerely,
Farah

Write an email to your cousin in about 80 words.

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 PRACTICE 10

You received an email from CEO Akademi Sukses.

Dear SPM candidates,

You have been selected to attend a free SPM preparation workshop on 20 August from
2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Please provide us with your full name, school name, one reference and a
short statement why you would like to attend this workshop.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Yours sincerely,
Spidy Joan
CEO Akademi Sukses

Write an email to the CEO in about 80 words.

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 PRACTICE 11

You received an email from your cousin, Amelia who is studying in another school.

Hello,

Teacher’s Day is coming soon. As Head Prefect of my school, my teachers have put me in
charge of Teacher’s Day celebration. What shall I mention in my opening speech? What
activities can we do? What shall we buy for the teachers?

Please write soon.

Bye!

Write an email to your cousin in about 80 words.

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 PRACTICE 1

You received an email from your friend, Jesseca who is studying in another state.

Hello,

My English teacher is retiring soon and my class and I wish to give him a farewell party.
Where should we do it? Who should we invite? What can we give him as a gift.

I’ll be waiting for your reply.

Bye!

Write an email to your friend in about 80 words.

New message
To : jesseca0112@[Link]
Subject: Farewell party for your English teacher
Hi Jesseca,

How are you doing? Organising a farewell party for your English teacher is a great idea.
I’d suggest the school canteen for the venue because you can save a great deal od money to
buy him a special gift. In addition, your school is quite far from town. What about getting a
pair of binoculars for him to explore nature?

As for the guests, I think you can invite all your classmates and teachers. Remembers to
takes lots of pictures and share with your English teacher later.

I hope the ideas are helpful.

Your friend,
Monica

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 PRACTICE 2

You received an email from your classmate, Su Ling.

Hi,

My birthday will be coming soon. I would like to celebrate it with you and our classmates.
Where shall we celebrate it and what can we do there? Do you think we should have a
theme?

Do let me know what you think.

Bye!

Write an email to your classmate in about 80 words.

New message
To : suling@[Link]
Subject: Birthday plans
Hi,

I cannot wait to celebrate your birthday. We could celebrate it at Rihana’s Restaurant. It is

located in town. The food is delicious and they will also provide a free birthday cake.

The servers will sing the birthday song for you. They will also do little dance. Furthermore,
there is a karaoke machine at the restaurant. So after our meal, we can sing karaoke.

I think a theme is a great idea! We could either have a colour theme or something more fun
like a retro or anime theme.

Well, let me know about your decision.

Your classmate,
Jin Jin

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 PRACTICE 3

You received an email from your friend, Albert who is a fellow Scout member.

Hi,

The weekends are here. Let’s go camping with our friends. Where shall we go and what
can we do there? What should we bring?

Hope to hear a favourable reply from you.

Bye!

Write an email to your friend in about 80 words.

New message
To : Albert0102@[Link]
Subject: Let’s go camping

Hi,

Sure, that would be wonderful. The best place to go camping would be by Cinnamon River.
We could go there by bus and then hike to the river. I have camped there a few times and it
is really enjoyable. We could fish and swim in the river. We could also go jungle trekking
and walk up the nearby hill.

The view up the hill is breathtaking. At night we can sit by by campsite and tell ghost
stories. A few things to bring are tents, mosquito repellent, compass, tinned food and bot-
tled water.

Bye!

Your friend,
Adam

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 PRACTICE 4

You received an email from your friend, Mala who has just moved to another town.

Hi,

How have you been doing? I’m organizing a trip to the orphanage for the members of my
Counselling Club. Which orphanage would be good to visit/ What can we do there? What
shall we bring for the children?

I wish to hear from you soon.

Bye!

Write an email to your friend in about 80 words.

New message
To : mala0211@[Link]
Subject: A visit to the orphanage

Hi Mala,

I’m fine and hope you are doing great too. I looked it up and I think it would be good to
visit Heavenly Children Home in Sibu. Not many people visit this orphanage.

During your visit, you can have a storytelling or drama session. The children are mostly
very young and they love superhero stories and fairy tales. It would be good if you could
bring them some books and toys. They love presents and they already have sufficient food.

Enjoy your trip!

Your friend,
Brian

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 PRACTICE 5

You received an email from your friend, Michael who lives in another town.

Hi,

I need to do a History project and I know you just completed one recently. Could you
suggest an interesting area of study? How should I collect information? Where should I
go?

I look forward to your prompt reply.

Bye!

Write an email to your friend in about 80 words.

New message
To : Michael_12@[Link]
Subject: History project

Hi,

Glad to hear from you. I would suggest you study the history of Iban as you live in Sibu,
Sarawak. Your research will be interesting because you can visit to long houses and Sibu
Heritage Centre, museums or even interview the local Ibans to gather data and information
that you need.

You can also take plenty of photos to depict their lifestyle and culture. You may consider
doing video recording too.

Sounds fun right? Hope you like my ideas.

Warm regards,
Vincent

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 PRACTICE 6

You received an email from your friend, Jennie who lives in Australia.

Hello,

My sister is going to Malaysia for the first time and she loves food very much. What local
food should she try? Where should she go? Are they cheap or expensive places?

I hope you reply me soon.

Bye!

Write an email to your friend in about 80 words.

New message
To : JennieR@[Link]
Subject: Food tour in Malaysia

Hello Hannah,

I’m glad to know that your sister is coming to Malaysia. As she is an adventurous foodie,
she must give Malaysians’ all-time favourites such as nasi lemak, satay, roti canai, cendol
and other food a try.

Where to eat really depends on your sister’s budget and what kind of experience she wants.
However, I would recommend hawker centres which are widely available, clean and
affordable. They also offer great varieties of food under one roof.

I hope she’ll have a great trip!

Best regards,
Lisa

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 PRACTICE 7

You received an email from your friend, Jennie who lives in Australia.

Hi Anne,

My English Language Society teacher advisor has asked me to do a book review in the
school assembly next week. This is part of our campaign to encourage reading among
students. I know that you read a lot. Can you recommend me a book that I can read and
why you chose it?

Thanks Anne. I know I can count on you.

Hope to hear from you soon.

Yours sincerely,
Adinah

Write an email to your friend in about 80 words.

New message
To: Adinah1008@[Link]
Subject: Book review
Dear Adinah,
It is really good to hear from you. I’d like to recommend From Zero to Hero by David Tan.
He wrote about a young and talented Malaysian chef, Amy, who became a world-renowned
chef. She started off from humble beginnings but now she is a 3-star Michelin chef, an
award given only to the finest chefs in the world.

I’m sure the book eill inspire your friends.

Best of luck with your book review. You can do it!

Your friend,
Anne

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 PRACTICE 8

You received an email from your cousin, Serena who is living in another town.

Hi,

Congratulations! I heard that you have won the Public Speaking Competition in your
school again. Where did you learn your public speaking skills? Can you please share
with me some tips on how to speak well? Will you be joining any more competitions?

Looking forward to hearing from you.

Bye!

Write an email to your cousin in about 80 words.

New message
To: Serenagowen@[Link]
Subject: Public speaking tips
Hello Serena,

Glad to hear that you’re interested in public speaking. I joined public speaking classes at
Edutree English Centre last year. I’m now attending their advanced class.

On order to speak well, you need to speak clearly and calmly in a voice which is neither too
loud nor too soft. Remember to look at the audience. Eye contact is important. Yes, I will be
joining another competition end of this year and I’m now training for it.

Do tell me how you’re doing with public speaking.

Your cousin,
Elizebert

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 PRACTICE 9

You received an email from your cousin, Farah who lives in another state.

Hi,

School holidays is coming soon. I wish to learn a musical instrument. What do you think I
should learn? Where should I learn it? What should I buy?

I wish to hear from you soon.

Bye!

Sincerely,
Farah

Write an email to your cousin in about 80 words.

New message
To: farahabdullah@[Link]
Subject: Guitar lessons
Dear Farah,

I’m so glad that you like music. I strongly recommend you learn the guitar as it is slightly
easier to learn compared to other musical instruments. You can either learn through
Youtube videos or better yet, sign up for lessons at a music centre.

All you need to buy is a guitar. As a beginner, you can get one below RM 150.00 but if you
have a higher budget then you may opt for a better quality one.

Do let me know what you decide.

Your cousin,
Ezlyn

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 PRACTICE 10

You received an email from CEO Akademi Sukses.

Dear SPM candidates,

You have been selected to attend a free SPM preparation workshop on 20 August from
2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Please provide us with your full name, school name, one reference and a
short statement why you would like to attend this workshop.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Yours sincerely,
Spidy Joan
CEO Akademi Sukses

Write an email to the CEO in about 80 words.

New message
To: akademicsukses_hr@[Link]
Subject: Attend SPM Preparation Workshop
Hi Mr. Spidy Joan,

Thank you for your invitation. I am very interested in attending your SPM preparation
workshop in August. My name is Daneal Safuan, and I currectly attend SMK Nanga Dap in
Kanowit. My school counsellor has agreed to be my reference. You can contact her at
wongsh@[Link].

I am interested in attending this workshop because I’ll be given useful exam answering
techniques and guide to develop effective study strategies. By having that extra help will
push me towards getting better academic results.

Thank you for your consideration.

Sincerely,
Daneal Safuan

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 PRACTICE 11

You received an email from your cousin, Amelia who is studying in another school.

Hello,

Teacher’s Day is coming soon. As Head Prefect of my school, my teachers have put me in
charge of Teacher’s Day celebration. What shall I mention in my opening speech? What
activities can we do? What shall we buy for the teachers?

Please write soon.

Bye!

Write an email to your cousin in about 80 words.

New message
To: amelia_peter@[Link]
Subject: Teacher’s Day Celebration
Hi,

I’m so proud to hear that you’re in charge of the Teacher’s Day celebration in your school.
In your opening speech, you can mention the challenges that the teachers face and thank
them for their sacrifices, dedication and commitment.

As for activities, you can have a fashion show for the teachers followed by a teacher-student
telematch. That would be fun! A pendrive with their names engraved on it will be a useful
gift for the teachers.

Tell me all about the event in your next email.

Your cousin,
Annie

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