PSLE Grade A1 Situational Writing Model Answer (100–150 words)

To: Mrs Lee

Subject: Nomination of Rathy for the Inter-class Photography Competition

Dear Mrs Lee,

I am writing to ask if you could nominate Rathy to represent our class in the Inter-class Photography Competition organised by the Greenlife Primary Photography Club.

I believe Rathy is the best person for this competition for two reasons. Firstly, she takes amazing photographs and has won praise from many classmates for her creativity. Secondly, she is a huge fan of David Tan, the famous photographer who will be conducting the photography workshop and judging the contest. This opportunity would help her improve her photography skills.

The deadline for submitting the name of the class representative is 15 October 2020, so I hope you can send in her name before then.

I have attached the nomination form to this email for your reference.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Yours sincerely,
Jane

Word Count: 133

How to Plan and Write This for PSLE English Grade A1

Step 1: Highlight ALL the Task Points

The question gives 5 content points:

Task Point - Information

Purpose of email - Ask Mrs Lee to nominate Rathy

Organiser - Greenlife Primary Photography Club

Two reasons - Good photographer; fan of David Tan/workshop opportunity

Deadline - 15 October 2020

Document attached - Nomination form

✓ Include all 5 points to score full content marks.

Step 2: Use the Correct Email Format

Opening

To: Mrs Lee
Subject: Nomination of Rathy for the Inter-class Photography Competition

Dear Mrs Lee,

Body Paragraph 1

State the purpose immediately.

I am writing to ask if you could nominate Rathy to represent our class in the Inter-class Photography Competition organised by the Greenlife Primary Photography Club.

Body Paragraph 2

Explain the two reasons clearly.

Use linking words:

• Firstly,

• Secondly,

• In addition,

• Furthermore,

Example:

Firstly, she takes amazing photographs. Secondly, she is a huge fan of David Tan and would benefit greatly from the workshop.

Body Paragraph 3

Include the deadline and attachment.

Example:

The deadline for submission is 15 October 2020. I have attached the nomination form for your reference.

Closing

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Yours sincerely,
Jane

A1 Vocabulary You Can Use

Instead of simple words, use stronger vocabulary:

Basic - A1-Level

good - excellent, outstanding

likes - is passionate about

chance - opportunity

help - benefit

very good - highly skilled

send - submit

ask - request

Example:

❌ Rathy likes photography.

✅ Rathy is passionate about photography and is highly skilled at taking creative photographs.

A1 Situational Writing Checklist

Before submitting, check:

✅ Correct email format

✅ Purpose clearly stated

✅ All 5 task points included

✅ Complete sentences

✅ Appropriate tone (polite and respectful)

✅ Good connectors (Firstly, Secondly, Therefore)

✅ Correct grammar and punctuation

✅ Clear ending and sign-off

Formula for Most PSLE Emails

Purpose → Reason 1 → Reason 2 → Extra Information (date/deadline/venue) → Attachment/Request → Thank You

Following this structure consistently is one of the easiest ways to score at the A1 standard for PSLE Situational Writing.

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