Writing Task 3-1

Many people have a favorite way to spend a day of free time. Some people like to go to a special place, or do a certain activity. Others might enjoy being with a special person. What do you like to do during your free time?

Write a composition describing something you enjoy doing during your free time. Explain why you choose to do this.

You may take notes, create a web, or do other prewriting work in the space provided on the following blank pages. Then write your composition on the lines provided.

Here is a checklist for you to follow to help you do your best writing.

Writer’s Checklist
Remember to
Keep the central idea or topic in mind.
Keep your audience in mind.
Support your ideas with details, explanations, and examples.
State your ideas in a clear sequence.
Include an opening and a closing.
Use a variety of words and vary your sentence structure.
State your opinion or conclusion clearly.
Capitalize, spell, and use punctuation correctly.
Write neatly.

After you write your composition, read what you have written. Use the checklist to make certain that your writing is the best it can be.
Writing Task 3-2

Your parents have just told you a special surprise. As a reward for doing well in school, you can pick where you would like to go for summer vacation.

Write a composition explaining where you would choose to go and why.

You may take notes, create a web, or do other prewriting work in the space provided on the following blank pages. Then write your composition on the lines provided.

Here is a checklist for you to follow to help you do your best writing.

Writer’s Checklist
Remember to
Keep the central idea or topic in mind.
Keep your audience in mind.
Support your ideas with details, explanations, and examples.
State your ideas in a clear sequence.
Include an opening and a closing.
Use a variety of words and vary your sentence structure.
State your opinion or conclusion clearly.
Capitalize, spell, and use punctuation correctly.
Write neatly.

After you write your composition, read what you have written. Use the checklist to make certain that your writing is the best it can be.
Writing Task 3-3

Think of someone that you admire. It might be a parent, a teacher, or another adult who is special to you.

Write a composition describing this person. Tell why you admire this person.

You may take notes, create a web, or do other prewriting work in the space provided on the following blank pages. Then write your composition on the lines provided.

Here is a checklist for you to follow to help you do your best writing.

Writer’s Checklist
Remember to
Keep the central idea or topic in mind.
Keep your audience in mind.
Support your ideas with details, explanations, and examples.
State your ideas in a clear sequence.
Include an opening and a closing.
Use a variety of words and vary your sentence structure.
State your opinion or conclusion clearly.
Capitalize, spell, and use punctuation correctly.
Write neatly.

After you write your composition, read what you have written. Use the checklist to make certain that your writing is the best it can be.

Writing Task 3-4

Most people have something they are proud of. It may be something they are good at, something they practiced, or something about their culture. What are you proud of?

Write a composition about something you are proud of. Explain why you are so proud of this particular thing.

You may take notes, create a web, or do other prewriting work in the space provided on the following blank pages. Then write your composition on the lines provided.

Here is a checklist for you to follow to help you do your best writing.

Writer’s Checklist
Remember to
Keep the central idea or topic in mind.
Keep your audience in mind.
Support your ideas with details, explanations, and examples.
State your ideas in a clear sequence.
Include an opening and a closing.
Use a variety of words and vary your sentence structure.
State your opinion or conclusion clearly.
Capitalize, spell, and use punctuation correctly.
Write neatly.

After you write your composition, read what you have written. Use the checklist to make certain that your writing is the best it can be.
Writing Task 3-5

Most people have a special object they love. For some it might be a gift they received. For others, it might be something that reminds them of special memories. What object is special to you?

Write a composition about your special object and tell why it is so special to you.

You may take notes, create a web, or do other prewriting work in the space provided on the following blank pages. Then write your composition on the lines provided.

Here is a checklist for you to follow to help you do your best writing.

Writer’s Checklist
Remember to
Keep the central idea or topic in mind.
Keep your audience in mind.
Support your ideas with details, explanations, and examples.
State your ideas in a clear sequence.
Include an opening and a closing.
Use a variety of words and vary your sentence structure.
State your opinion or conclusion clearly.
Capitalize, spell, and use punctuation correctly.
Write neatly.

After you write your composition, read what you have written. Use the checklist to make certain that your writing is the best it can be.