Assignment 1 - Writing Task 1 - Line Graph

Gentlemen,

This week's assignment is writing task 1. Complete and post it onto the 'G12 writing submission form' which can be found on the right column of the blog.

This week we shall write on line graphs. You are given two lines on a graph; hence it is important to compare them. Use the vocabulary you have learnt for line graphs as well as the language of comparison so as to complete the task well!

Happy writing!

CEPA Exam on Saturday, 27th November

Gentlemen,

Some of you are taking the CEPA test this Saturday. Some of you have already taken the exam and got your results. Congratulations to those who scored above 180. The others who haven't made it, there is no need to be disappointed- you can still appear for the exam and try and make the score above 180!

Tips:

Do not go for an exam without preparation. It may be true that you can take the exam more than once, yet it is important to practice.

Your exam is for 2.5 hours.

The test has three parts: 1. Grammar, Word Forms & Vocabulary [Q's 1- 90] - 60minutes

2. Reading [Q's 91 - 120] - 60 minutes

3. Writing - One task - Essay of 150 to 200 words. - 30 minutes

Access the Practice Tests on www.napo.ae/cepa

Take the practice tests for each of the above sections and be prepared!

Good luck!

it's PODCAST Time!

Hello Grade 12s! As you might have heard by now, IAT is putting out podcasts daily and weekly, and we need your help.

Have you ever wanted to improve your English speaking ability? Have you ever wanted to improve your public speaking? Then join up!

If you have an idea for a show on a topic you are interested in, come by C16 or C17 and let Mr. James or Ms. Rehab know. Right now there are several different podcasts you can join, but you always have the option of starting your own.

Give it a shot! It's a lot of fun.

How to Prepare For Exams

LC1 Exams are here and its a buys time for all for you. Here a few tips that should help you through the next two weeks. Aside from good preparation, make sure you all get a good night's sleep before each exam!!

1. Essay Exams
* Ask your teacher/professor for a few practice questions
* Time yourself and write a sample essay or two a couple days ahead of time
* Look over old essay questions (if available)
2. Multiple Choice
* Practice practice practice
* Go over several old exams to get used to the format
* Memorize facts using flashcards or group questionnaires
* Do not cram (for you will inevitably forget information)
3. Matching
* Memorize facts using flashcards
* Group question-answer studying
* Try your own matching tests, test yourself
4. Fill in the Blanks
* Test yourself with self-made tests
* Ask your teacher for old tests and practice on those
* Study with flashcards of facts
* Test friends in a study group
5. Oral Exams
* First outline all you plan to say on paper
* Practice it aloud to yourself
* Practice in front of a mirror (to see body language, hand gestures)
* Practice aloud to an audience (of family or friends)