Cambridge International Examinations

Cambridge Ordinary Level

ENGLISH LANGUAGE 1123/11

Paper 1 Writing October/November 2018
1 hour 30 minutes

No Additional Materials are required.

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READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS FIRST

An answer booklet is provided inside this question paper. You should follow the instructions on the front cover
of the answer booklet. If you need additional answer paper ask the invigilator for a continuation booklet.

Note: Remember that Section 1 and Section 2 of this paper are worth the same number of marks, so you should
divide your time carefully between them.

Answer both Section 1 and Section 2.

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Section 1: Directed Writing

You are advised to write between 200 and 300 words.

• You will be awarded up to 15 marks for following the task instructions.

• You will be awarded up to 15 marks for the language you use.

Task 1

You went on a trip. (It might be a trip with your school, your family, a club you belong to, or any other
trip you wish.) During the trip something very surprising happened. Your teacher asks you to give a
speech about this trip to your school assembly.

Write your speech. You must include the following:

• when and where you went on the trip

• details of the very surprising event
• how the surprise affected you and the people you were with.

Cover all three points above in detail. You should make your speech interesting and informative.
Start your speech 'Good morning, everyone.’

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Section 2: Composition

Begin your answer on a new page of your answer booklet.

Write on one of the following topics.

At the beginning of your composition put the number of the task you have chosen.

You are advised to write between 350 and 500 words. You will be awarded marks for accurate
use of language and relevant content: 30.

Tasks 2–6

Description

2 Describe two of your friends: the one who is most like you and the one who is least like you.
(Remember you can describe their appearance, personalities and behaviour.)

Argument

3 Should there be rules about what people can say on social media or is it more important for people
to be able to say what they think? Give reasons and examples to support your view.

4 Which new subject or subjects would you like to add to the school timetable? Why do you think this
would be useful for people of your age? Give reasons and examples to support your view.

Narrative

5 Write a story which includes the words: ‘They both read their letters and then walked away in
opposite directions.’

6 Write a story about someone who became successful because of their determination and hard
work.

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 Cambridge International Examinations
Cambridge Ordinary Level

ENGLISH LANGUAGE 1123/12

Paper 1 Writing October/November 2018
1 hour 30 minutes

No Additional Materials are required.

*9981699107*

READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS FIRST

An answer booklet is provided inside this question paper. You should follow the instructions on the front cover
of the answer booklet. If you need additional answer paper ask the invigilator for a continuation booklet.

Note: Remember that Section 1 and Section 2 of this paper are worth the same number of marks, so you should
divide your time carefully between them.

Answer both Section 1 and Section 2.

This document consists of 3 printed pages and 1 blank page.

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Section 1: Directed Writing

You are advised to write between 200 and 300 words.

• You will be awarded up to 15 marks for following the task instructions.

• You will be awarded up to 15 marks for the language you use.

Task 1

It is your final week in school. Your teacher asks you to make a speech to the school assembly about
the event from your school life which you will always remember. (It might be an academic memory, a
social event or any other event you wish.)

Write your speech. You must include the following:

• when and where the event took place

• details of what happened

• how the event affected you and other people.

Cover all three points above in detail. You should make your speech interesting and informative.
Start your speech ‘Good morning, everyone.’

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Section 2: Composition

Begin your answer on a new page of your answer booklet.

Write on one of the following topics.

At the beginning of your composition put the number of the task you have chosen.

You are advised to write between 350 and 500 words. You will be awarded marks for accurate
use of language and relevant content: 30.

Tasks 2–6

Description

2 Describe a relative’s house which you enjoy visiting. (Remember you can describe the atmosphere
and the surroundings, as well as the house itself.)

Argument

3 ‘The future is about science and technology. There is no place for arts and music on the school
timetable.’ Do you agree? Give reasons and examples to support your view.

4 To have a happy life, it is more important to have time to do what you want rather than to have a
lot of money to spend. Do you agree? Give reasons and examples to support your view.

Narrative

5 Write a story which includes the words: ‘The house they lived in as children now looked very
different.’

6 Write a story about a time when you wanted to do something adventurous but you had to change
your plans.

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Examinations Syndicate (UCLES), which is itself a department of the University of Cambridge.

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 Cambridge Assessment International Education
Cambridge Ordinary Level

ENGLISH LANGUAGE 1123/11

Paper 1 Writing October/November 2019
1 hour 30 minutes

No Additional Materials are required.

*7549121161*

READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS FIRST

An answer booklet is provided inside this question paper. You should follow the instructions on the front cover
of the answer booklet. If you need additional answer paper ask the invigilator for a continuation booklet.

Note: Remember that Section 1 and Section 2 of this paper are worth the same number of marks, so you should
divide your time carefully between them.

Answer both Section 1 and Section 2.

This document consists of 3 printed pages and 1 blank page.

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Section 1: Directed Writing

You are advised to write between 200 and 300 words. Total marks for this part: 30.

• You will be awarded up to 15 marks for following the task instructions.

• You will be awarded up to 15 marks for the language you use.

Task 1

Recently, two of your relatives who live abroad came to stay with your family for a week. This was a
very happy event for everyone. You decide to write to your aunt, who lives in another city, to tell her
about this visit.

Write your letter. You must include the following:

• who the relatives are and when they came to visit

• details about what you and your relatives did together during the visit
• what your relatives enjoyed most about their visit and why.

Cover all three points above in detail. You should make your letter interesting and informative.
Start your letter ‘Dear Aunt ...,’ and remember to supply an appropriate ending.

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Section 2: Composition

Begin your answer on a new page of your answer booklet.

Write on one of the following topics.

At the beginning of your composition put the number of the task you have chosen.

You are advised to write between 350 and 500 words. Total marks for this part: 30.

Tasks 2–6

Description

2 Describe the best meal you have ever eaten. (Remember you must describe the place, the
atmosphere and the people you were with as well as the food itself.)

Argument

3 Which characteristic in people do you most like and which characteristic do you least like? Give
reasons and examples to support your views.

4 Is it better for people to live in the same place all their lives or to live in different places? Give
reasons and examples to support your views.

Narrative

5 Write a story which includes the sentence: ‘When she tried to open the door, she was surprised
that the key didn't fit.’

6 Write a story in which a science laboratory plays an important part.

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To avoid the issue of disclosure of answer-related information to candidates, all copyright acknowledgements are reproduced online in the Cambridge Assessment
International Education Copyright Acknowledgements Booklet. This is produced for each series of examinations and is freely available to download at
www.cambridgeinternational.org after the live examination series.

Cambridge Assessment International Education is part of the Cambridge Assessment Group. Cambridge Assessment is the brand name of the University of
Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate (UCLES), which itself is a department of the University of Cambridge.

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 Cambridge Assessment International Education
Cambridge Ordinary Level

ENGLISH LANGUAGE 1123/12

Paper 1 Writing October/November 2019
1 hour 30 minutes

No Additional Materials are required.

*9430955306*

READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS FIRST

An answer booklet is provided inside this question paper. You should follow the instructions on the front cover
of the answer booklet. If you need additional answer paper ask the invigilator for a continuation booklet.

Note: Remember that Section 1 and Section 2 of this paper are worth the same number of marks, so you should
divide your time carefully between them.

Answer both Section 1 and Section 2.

This document consists of 3 printed pages and 1 blank page.

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Section 1: Directed Writing

You are advised to write between 200 and 300 words. Total marks for this part: 30.

• You will be awarded up to 15 marks for following the task instructions.

• You will be awarded up to 15 marks for the language you use.

Task 1

Last year, your best friend at school moved away to live in another town. Recently, a very important
person came to visit your school. You decide to write a letter to your friend with all the details of the visit.

Write your letter. You must include the following:

• who the important person was and when the visit took place
• details of what happened during the visit
• why the visit was important for you and your school.

Cover all three points above in detail. You should make your letter interesting and informative.
Start your letter ‘Dear ...,’ and remember to supply a suitable ending.

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Section 2: Composition

Begin your answer on a new page of your answer booklet.

Write on one of the following topics.

At the beginning of your composition put the number of the task you have chosen.

You are advised to write between 350 and 500 words. Total marks for this part: 30.

Tasks 2–6

Description

2 Describe your favourite holiday location. (Remember you can describe the surroundings and the
local people, as well as the place.)

Argument

3 What helps people to succeed in life: their appearance, their personality or their opinions? Give
reasons and examples to support your view.

4 ‘Playing competitive sport is the best way to keep fit and healthy.’ What is your opinion? Give
reasons and examples to support your view.

Narrative

5 Write a story which includes the sentence: ‘There were two very different opportunities and he knew
he had to choose the right one.’

6 Write a story in which a broken light plays an important part.

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be pleased to make amends at the earliest possible opportunity.

To avoid the issue of disclosure of answer-related information to candidates, all copyright acknowledgements are reproduced online in the Cambridge Assessment
International Education Copyright Acknowledgements Booklet. This is produced for each series of examinations and is freely available to download at
www.cambridgeinternational.org after the live examination series.

Cambridge Assessment International Education is part of the Cambridge Assessment Group. Cambridge Assessment is the brand name of the University of
Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate (UCLES), which itself is a department of the University of Cambridge.

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 Cambridge O Level

ENGLISH LANGUAGE 1123/11

Paper 1 Writing October/November 2020
1 hour 30 minutes

You must answer on the enclosed answer booklet.

You will need: Answer booklet (enclosed)

*0639172716*

INSTRUCTIONS
• Answer two questions in total:
Section 1: answer Question 1.
Section 2: answer one question.
• Follow the instructions on the front cover of the answer booklet. If you need additional answer paper,
ask the invigilator for a continuation booklet.

INFORMATION
• The total mark for this paper is 60.
• All questions are worth equal marks.

This document has 4 pages. Blank pages are indicated.

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Section 1: Directed Writing

You are advised to write between 200 and 300 words. Total marks for this section: 30

You will be awarded up to 15 marks for following the task instructions.

You will be awarded up to 15 marks for the language you use.

Question 1

Your cousin, a successful former student at your school, has just returned from living in another country.
Your Principal asks you to write an article for your school magazine about your cousin’s experience.

Write your magazine article. You must include the following:

• what your cousin achieved at school

• where your cousin went and what your cousin did there
• why your cousin is a role model for other students.

Cover all three points above in detail. You should make your magazine article interesting and informative.
Start your magazine article with a suitable headline.

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Section 2: Composition

Begin your answer on a new page of your answer booklet.

Write on one of the following topics.

At the beginning of your composition put the number of the task you have chosen.

You are advised to write between 350 and 500 words. You will be awarded marks for accurate
use of language and relevant content: 30.

Questions 2–6

Description

2 Describe the neighbourhood around your school. Include what you like most about it and what you
like least. (Remember you are describing the atmosphere and any people as well as the place.)

Argument

3 Do you think it is better to be the only child in a family or is it better to have brothers and sisters?
Give reasons and examples to support your view.

4 ‘Going to university is the best way to get a good job.’ Do you agree? Give reasons and examples
to support your view.

Narrative

5 Write a story which includes the sentence: ‘When he answered my question, I knew what I had to
do next.’

6 Write a story in which running plays an important part.

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To avoid the issue of disclosure of answer-related information to candidates, all copyright acknowledgements are reproduced online in the Cambridge Assessment
International Education Copyright Acknowledgements Booklet. This is produced for each series of examinations and is freely available to download at
www.cambridgeinternational.org after the live examination series.

Cambridge Assessment International Education is part of the Cambridge Assessment Group. Cambridge Assessment is the brand name of the University of
Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate (UCLES), which itself is a department of the University of Cambridge.

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 Cambridge O Level

ENGLISH LANGUAGE 1123/12

Paper 1 Writing October/November 2020
1 hour 30 minutes

You must answer on the enclosed answer booklet.

You will need: Answer booklet (enclosed)

*2144703011*

INSTRUCTIONS
• Answer two questions in total:
Section 1: answer Question 1.
Section 2: answer one question.
• Follow the instructions on the front cover of the answer booklet. If you need additional answer paper,
ask the invigilator for a continuation booklet.

INFORMATION
• The total mark for this paper is 60.
• All questions are worth equal marks.

This document has 4 pages. Blank pages are indicated.

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Section 1: Directed Writing

You are advised to write between 200 and 300 words. Total marks for this section: 30

You will be awarded up to 15 marks for following the task instructions.

You will be awarded up to 15 marks for the language you use.

Question 1

Your Principal wants to make your school more environmentally friendly. You have an idea which you
think will help. Your Principal asks you to write an article for the school magazine to explain your idea
and to ask other students to help you.

Write your magazine article. You must include the following:

• what your school already does to help the environment

• details of your idea and how the other students can help
• how the whole school will benefit.

Cover all three points above in detail. You should make your magazine article interesting and informative.
Start your magazine article with a suitable headline.

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Section 2: Composition

Begin your answer on a new page of your answer booklet.

Write on one of the following topics.

At the beginning of your composition put the number of the task you have chosen.

You are advised to write between 350 and 500 words. You will be awarded marks for accurate
use of language and relevant content: 30.

Questions 2–6

Description

2 Describe what the place where you live is like in the early morning and in the early evening.
(Remember you are describing the atmosphere, the activities and any people as well as the place.)

Argument

3 ‘In the future, schools will not exist and all education will be done online at home.’ Would this be a
good thing? Give reasons and examples to support your view.

4 ‘People are influenced more by their friends than by their families.’ Do you think this is true? Give
reasons and examples to support your view.

Narrative

5 Write a story which includes the sentence: ‘It was easy to see why everyone wanted to meet him.’

6 Write a story about a person with a hidden talent.

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be pleased to make amends at the earliest possible opportunity.

To avoid the issue of disclosure of answer-related information to candidates, all copyright acknowledgements are reproduced online in the Cambridge Assessment
International Education Copyright Acknowledgements Booklet. This is produced for each series of examinations and is freely available to download at
www.cambridgeinternational.org after the live examination series.

Cambridge Assessment International Education is part of the Cambridge Assessment Group. Cambridge Assessment is the brand name of the University of
Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate (UCLES), which itself is a department of the University of Cambridge.

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 Cambridge O Level

ENGLISH LANGUAGE 1123/11

Paper 1 Writing October/November 2021
1 hour 30 minutes

You must answer on the enclosed answer booklet.

You will need: Answer booklet (enclosed)

*2778178814*

INSTRUCTIONS
• Answer two questions in total:
Section 1: answer Question 1.
Section 2: answer one question.
• Follow the instructions on the front cover of the answer booklet. If you need additional answer paper,
ask the invigilator for a continuation booklet.

INFORMATION
• The total mark for this paper is 60.
• All questions are worth equal marks.

This document has 4 pages. Any blank pages are indicated.

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Section 1: Directed Writing

You are advised to write between 200 and 300 words. Total marks for this section: 30

• You will be awarded up to 15 marks for following the task instructions.

• You will be awarded up to 15 marks for the language you use.

Question 1

Recently your school held a careers day when people from a wide range of jobs gave information and
advice about their work to students. Your Principal asks you to write a report about how helpful you and
the other students thought the careers day was.

Write your report. You must include the following:

• the positive aspects of the day for you and the other students
• how the day could be improved for next time
• what decisions you have made about your future as a result of the careers day and why.

Cover all three points above in detail. You should make your report informative and persuasive.
Start your report ‘To the Principal’. Remember to give your name and a date.

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Section 2: Composition

Begin your answer on a new page of your answer booklet.

Write on one of the following topics.

At the beginning of your composition put the number of the question you have chosen.

You are advised to write between 350 and 500 words.

You will be awarded marks for accurate use of language and relevant content: 30.

Questions 2–6

Description

2 Describe the different views you have from two of the windows in your house which face in different
directions. (Remember you can describe the atmosphere of what you can see, and any people you
usually see there, as well as the views themselves.)

Argument

3 ‘Having more freedom also means having more responsibilities.’ Do you agree? Give reasons and
examples to support your view.

4 ‘Social media brings as many problems as benefits.’ How far do you think this is true? Give reasons
and examples to support your view.

Narrative

5 Write a story which includes the sentence: ‘When she asked why I was so nervous about going
there, I didn’t know what to say.’

6 Write a story about twins with very different personalities.

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be pleased to make amends at the earliest possible opportunity.

To avoid the issue of disclosure of answer-related information to candidates, all copyright acknowledgements are reproduced online in the Cambridge Assessment
International Education Copyright Acknowledgements Booklet. This is produced for each series of examinations and is freely available to download at
www.cambridgeinternational.org after the live examination series.

Cambridge Assessment International Education is part of the Cambridge Assessment Group. Cambridge Assessment is the brand name of the University of
Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate (UCLES), which itself is a department of the University of Cambridge.

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 Cambridge O Level

ENGLISH LANGUAGE 1123/12

Paper 1 Writing October/November 2021
1 hour 30 minutes

You must answer on the enclosed answer booklet.

You will need: Answer booklet (enclosed)

*8287632761*

INSTRUCTIONS
• Answer two questions in total:
Section 1: answer Question 1.
Section 2: answer one question.
• Follow the instructions on the front cover of the answer booklet. If you need additional answer paper,
ask the invigilator for a continuation booklet.

INFORMATION
• The total mark for this paper is 60.
• All questions are worth equal marks.

This document has 4 pages. Any blank pages are indicated.

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Section 1: Directed Writing

You are advised to write between 200 and 300 words. Total marks for this section: 30

You will be awarded up to 15 marks for following the task instructions.

You will be awarded up to 15 marks for the language you use.

Question 1

Recently, you won a prize which you were not expecting to win (perhaps for academic studies, for an
extra-curricular activity or for a competition outside school). Your Principal asks you to write an article
for the school magazine about winning the prize.

Write your magazine article. You must include the following:

• what you received the prize for and why you were not expecting to win it
• details of how other people helped you to win the prize
• how you will benefit from winning the prize.

Cover all three points above in detail. You should make your magazine article interesting and informative.
Start your magazine article with a suitable headline.

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Section 2: Composition

Begin your answer on a new page of your answer booklet.

Write on one of the following topics.

At the beginning of your composition put the number of the question you have chosen.

You are advised to write between 350 and 500 words.

You will be awarded marks for accurate use of language and relevant content: 30.

Questions 2–6

Description

2 Describe the scene at a busy roadside bus stop when the bus is very late. (Remember you are
describing the place, the people and the atmosphere.)

Argument

3 ‘Schools should spend more time teaching practical skills which students may need in adult life,
for example, how to cook, how to repair a car and how to be a good parent.’ Do you agree? Give
reasons and examples to support your view.

4 In your community, there is a sum of money to build either a new school or a new medical centre.
Which would you choose? Give reasons and examples to support your view.

Narrative

5 Write a story which includes the sentence: ‘On that particular day, the whole building was
unexpectedly quiet.’

6 Write a story about an occasion when you had to say sorry to someone, even though it was a very
difficult thing to do.

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be pleased to make amends at the earliest possible opportunity.

To avoid the issue of disclosure of answer-related information to candidates, all copyright acknowledgements are reproduced online in the Cambridge Assessment
International Education Copyright Acknowledgements Booklet. This is produced for each series of examinations and is freely available to download at
www.cambridgeinternational.org after the live examination series.

Cambridge Assessment International Education is part of the Cambridge Assessment Group. Cambridge Assessment is the brand name of the University of
Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate (UCLES), which itself is a department of the University of Cambridge.

© UCLES 2021 11_1123_12_2021_1.10

 Cambridge O Level

ENGLISH LANGUAGE 1123/11

Paper 1 Writing October/November 2022
1 hour 30 minutes

You must answer on the enclosed answer booklet.

You will need: Answer booklet (enclosed)

*8078181224*

INSTRUCTIONS
• Answer two questions in total:
Section 1: answer Question 1.
Section 2: answer one question.
• Follow the instructions on the front cover of the answer booklet. If you need additional answer paper,
ask the invigilator for a continuation booklet.

INFORMATION
• The total mark for this paper is 60.
• All questions are worth equal marks.

This document has 4 pages. Any blank pages are indicated.

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Section 1: Directed Writing

You are advised to write between 200 and 300 words. Total marks for this section: 30.

You will be awarded up to 15 marks for following the task instructions.

You will be awarded up to 15 marks for the language you use.

Question 1

You recently attended a course in your spare time which you think other students might enjoy. It could
be an educational course or a sporting course or any other kind of course. Your Principal asks you to
write an article about the course for the school magazine to encourage other students to join it.

Write your school magazine article. You must include the following:

• what type of course it was and where it took place

• details of the activity on the course you enjoyed the most, and why

• how the course might benefit other students.

Cover all three points above in detail. You should make your school magazine article informative and
persuasive. Start your school magazine article with a suitable headline.

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Section 2: Composition

Begin your answer on a new page of your answer booklet.

Write on one of the following topics.

At the beginning of your composition put the number of the question you have chosen.

You are advised to write between 350 and 500 words.

You will be awarded marks for accurate use of language and relevant content: 30.

Questions 2–6

Description

2 Describe the typical scene in a busy restaurant or café you know. (Remember you are describing
the atmosphere and any people, as well as the restaurant or café itself.)

Argument

3 ‘Telling people what they should do only makes them do the opposite.’ Do you agree? Give reasons
and examples to support your view.

4 ‘It is completely unfair to judge the behaviour of people in the past by the way we think today.’ Do
you agree? Give reasons and examples to support your view.

Narrative

5 Write a story which includes the sentence: ‘I had never been so curious about another person
before.’

6 Write a story in which a coincidence plays an important part.

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 Cambridge O Level

ENGLISH LANGUAGE 1123/12

Paper 1 Writing October/November 2022
1 hour 30 minutes

You must answer on the enclosed answer booklet.

You will need: Answer booklet (enclosed)

*5481761666*

INSTRUCTIONS
• Answer two questions in total:
Section 1: answer Question 1.
Section 2: answer one question.
• Follow the instructions on the front cover of the answer booklet. If you need additional answer paper,
ask the invigilator for a continuation booklet.

INFORMATION
• The total mark for this paper is 60.
• All questions are worth equal marks.

This document has 4 pages. Any blank pages are indicated.

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Section 1: Directed Writing

You are advised to write between 200 and 300 words. Total marks for this section: 30.

You will be awarded up to 15 marks for following the task instructions.

You will be awarded up to 15 marks for the language you use.

Question 1

During the last twelve months, the number of tourists visiting your local area has increased a lot. This
has brought both advantages and disadvantages. The local council has asked residents to give their
opinions about the large increase in tourism. You decide to write a report for the local council giving your
views.

Write your report. You must include the following:

• the advantages of more tourists visiting your local area

• the disadvantages of more tourists visiting your local area

• which one of the disadvantages the council should deal with first and how they should deal with it.

Cover all three points above in detail. You should make your report informative and persuasive.
Start your report ‘To the Local Council’. Remember to give your name and a date.

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Section 2: Composition

Begin your answer on a new page of your answer booklet.

Write on one of the following topics.

At the beginning of your composition put the number of the question you have chosen.

You are advised to write between 350 and 500 words.

You will be awarded marks for accurate use of language and relevant content: 30.

Questions 2–6

Description

2 Describe two different possessions which are very important to your family – one which is useful
and one which is for decoration. (Remember you can describe the possessions, how your family
got them and why they are so important to your family.)

Argument

3 ‘People try too hard to be like other people. It is much better to concentrate on being yourself.’ How
far do you think this is true? Give reasons and examples to support your view.

4 ‘I believe everyone should now be forced by law to recycle.’ What is your opinion? Give reasons
and examples to support your view.

Narrative

5 Write a story which includes the sentence: ‘It wasn’t what the woman said to me but the way she
said it which made me hesitate.’

6 Write a story about someone who moves back to their home town after a long time away and finds
their new life there more difficult than expected.

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To avoid the issue of disclosure of answer-related information to candidates, all copyright acknowledgements are reproduced online in the Cambridge
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at www.cambridgeinternational.org after the live examination series.

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Local Examinations Syndicate (UCLES), which is a department of the University of Cambridge.

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 Cambridge International Examinations
Cambridge Ordinary Level

ENGLISH LANGUAGE 1123/11

Paper 1 Writing May/June 2018
1 hour 30 minutes

No Additional Materials are required.

*6337307530*

READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS FIRST

An answer booklet is provided inside this question paper. You should follow the instructions on the front cover
of the answer booklet. If you need additional answer paper ask the invigilator for a continuation booklet.

Note: Remember that Section 1 and Section 2 of this paper are worth the same number of marks, so you should
divide your time carefully between them.

Answer both Section 1 and Section 2.

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Section 1: Directed Writing

You are advised to write between 200 and 300 words.

• You will be awarded up to 15 marks for following the task instructions.

• You will be awarded up to 15 marks for the language you use.

Task 1

Many new students join your school every year. Your Principal wants to make starting at the school as
easy as possible for these new students and she asks you to write a report for her about how to do this.

Write your report. You must include the following:

• some of the difficulties that you and other students had when you joined the school
• suggestions about what the school can do to help new students
• how the students and the school will benefit.

Cover all three points above in detail. You should make your report polite and informative. Start your
report ‘To the Principal’. Remember to give a name and a date.

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Section 2: Composition

Begin your answer on a new page of your answer booklet.

Write on one of the following topics.

At the beginning of your composition put the number of the task you have chosen.

You are advised to write between 350 and 500 words. You will be awarded marks for accurate
use of language and relevant content: 30.

Tasks 2–6

Description

2 Describe the most helpful person and the most unhelpful person you know. (Remember you can
describe their appearance as well as their character and behaviour.)

Argument

3 Would you prefer to live in the centre of a busy city or in a quiet neighbourhood? Give reasons and
examples to support your view.

4 What are the arguments for and against space travel to other planets? Give reasons and examples
to support your view.

Narrative

5 Write a story which includes the words: ‘When they did not agree with her solution, she felt angry.’

6 Write a story in which two people unexpectedly agreed to help each other.

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To avoid the issue of disclosure of answer-related information to candidates, all copyright acknowledgements are reproduced online in the Cambridge International
Examinations Copyright Acknowledgements Booklet. This is produced for each series of examinations and is freely available to download at www.cie.org.uk after
the live examination series.

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Examinations Syndicate (UCLES), which is itself a department of the University of Cambridge.

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 Cambridge International Examinations
Cambridge Ordinary Level

ENGLISH LANGUAGE 1123/12

Paper 1 Writing May/June 2018
1 hour 30 minutes

No Additional Materials are required.

*0185587772*

READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS FIRST

An answer booklet is provided inside this question paper. You should follow the instructions on the front cover
of the answer booklet. If you need additional answer paper ask the invigilator for a continuation booklet.

N.B: Remember that Section 1 and Section 2 of this paper are worth the same number of marks, so you should
divide your time carefully between them.

Answer both Section 1 and Section 2.

This document consists of 3 printed pages and 1 blank page.

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Section 1: Directed Writing

You are advised to write between 200 and 300 words.

• You will be awarded up to 15 marks for following the task instructions.

• You will be awarded up to 15 marks for the language you use.

Task 1

Your school is very popular and the number of students is increasing. This means that it is more difficult
to buy snacks at break time. Your Principal wants to make break time easier for everyone. She asks
you to write a report for her about how to do this.

Write your report. You must include the following:

• some of the difficulties that you and other students have at break time
• suggestions about how the school can make break time easier
• how the students and the school will benefit.

Cover all three points above in detail. You should make your report polite and informative. Start your
report ‘To the Principal’. Remember to give your name and a date.

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Section 2: Composition

Begin your answer on a new page of your answer booklet.

Write on one of the following topics.

At the beginning of your composition put the number of the task you have chosen.

You are advised to write between 350 and 500 words. You will be awarded marks for accurate
use of language and relevant content: 30.

Tasks 2–6

Description

2 Describe two different places where you would take a relative who is visiting you. (Remember you
can describe the atmosphere and the surroundings, not just what you do there.)

Argument

3 Do you think elderly people are important in the family and modern society? Give reasons and
examples to support your view.

4 What are the arguments for and against students working at part-time jobs while they are still at
school? Give reasons and examples to support your view.

Narrative

5 Write a story which includes the words: ‘When they entered the room, we were impressed by what
they were wearing.’

6 Write a story about someone who lost all his possessions while he was helping other people.

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To avoid the issue of disclosure of answer-related information to candidates, all copyright acknowledgements are reproduced online in the Cambridge International
Examinations Copyright Acknowledgements Booklet. This is produced for each series of examinations and is freely available to download at www.cie.org.uk after
the live examination series.

Cambridge International Examinations is part of the Cambridge Assessment Group. Cambridge Assessment is the brand name of University of Cambridge Local
Examinations Syndicate (UCLES), which is itself a department of the University of Cambridge.

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 Cambridge Assessment International Education
Cambridge Ordinary Level

ENGLISH LANGUAGE 1123/11

Paper 1 Writing May/June 2019
1 hour 30 minutes

No Additional Materials are required.

*5691439938*

READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS FIRST

An answer booklet is provided inside this question paper. You should follow the instructions on the front cover
of the answer booklet. If you need additional answer paper ask the invigilator for a continuation booklet.

Note: Remember that Section 1 and Section 2 of this paper are worth the same number of marks, so you should
divide your time carefully between them.

Answer both Section 1 and Section 2.

This document consists of 3 printed pages and 1 blank page.

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Section 1: Directed Writing

You are advised to write between 200 and 300 words. Total marks for this part: 30.

• You will be awarded up to 15 marks for following the task instructions.

• You will be awarded up to 15 marks for the language you use.

Task 1

You are walking along a busy road and you see a car drive very close to someone on a bicycle.The car
almost knocks the cyclist off the bicycle. You are very concerned about the way that car drivers behave
towards cyclists. You decide to write a letter to the Editor of the local newspaper to complain about the
problem.

Write your letter. You must include the following:

• when and where the incident took place

• what exactly happened, including how the car driver was to blame
• what you think should happen to improve the situation for cyclists on the roads.

Cover all three points above in detail. You should make your letter polite and informative.

Start your letter ‘Dear Editor’, and remember to supply an appropriate ending.

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Section 2: Composition

Begin your answer on a new page of your answer booklet.

Write on one of the following topics.

At the beginning of your composition put the number of the task you have chosen.

You are advised to write between 350 and 500 words. Total marks for this part: 30.

Tasks 2–6

Description

2 Describe a place where you go to relax and enjoy some free time. (Remember you can describe
the place itself, what happens there and other people you see there.)

Argument

3 Some people say that we learn more outside the classroom than inside it. Do you agree? Give
reasons and examples to support your point of view.

4 What are the best and worst things about being a teenager? Give reasons and examples to support
your point of view.

Narrative

5 Write a story which includes the words: ‘Two years after they last saw each other, she was amazed
at how confident he seemed.’

6 Write a story in which a promise plays an important part.

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To avoid the issue of disclosure of answer-related information to candidates, all copyright acknowledgements are reproduced online in the Cambridge Assessment
International Education Copyright Acknowledgements Booklet. This is produced for each series of examinations and is freely available to download at
www.cambridgeinternational.org after the live examination series.

Cambridge Assessment International Education is part of the Cambridge Assessment Group. Cambridge Assessment is the brand name of the University of
Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate (UCLES), which itself is a department of the University of Cambridge.

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 Cambridge Assessment International Education
Cambridge Ordinary Level

ENGLISH LANGUAGE 1123/12

Paper 1 Writing May/June 2019
1 hour 30 minutes

No Additional Materials are required.

*3530943790*

READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS FIRST

An answer booklet is provided inside this question paper. You should follow the instructions on the front cover
of the answer booklet. If you need additional answer paper ask the invigilator for a continuation booklet.

Note: Remember that Section 1 and Section 2 of this paper are worth the same number of marks, so you should
divide your time carefully between them.

Answer both Section 1 and Section 2.

This document consists of 3 printed pages and 1 blank page.

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Section 1: Directed Writing

You are advised to write between 200 and 300 words. Total marks for this part: 30.

• You will be awarded up to 15 marks for following the task instructions.

• You will be awarded up to 15 marks for the language you use.

Task 1

There have been many problems with the public transport in your area. These problems have made
travelling difficult. You decide to write a letter to the Editor of the local newspaper to explain how unhappy
you are with the present situation.

Write your letter. You must include the following:

• details of the problems with the public transport in your area

• an example of when and how you were affected
• what you think should be done to improve the situation.

Cover all three points above in detail. You should make your letter polite and informative.
Start your letter ‘Dear Editor’, and remember to supply a suitable ending.

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Section 2: Composition

Begin your answer on a new page of your answer booklet.

Write on one of the following topics.

At the beginning of your composition put the number of the task you have chosen.

You are advised to write between 350 and 500 words. Total marks for this part: 30.

Tasks 2-6

Description

2 Describe two places near where you live which are beautiful in different ways. (Remember you
can describe the places, the atmosphere and what makes the places so special.)

Argument

3 What are the most important qualities a friend should have? Give reasons and examples to support
your view.

4 Is being a brave person always about using physical strength or are there other ways of being
brave? Give reasons and examples to support your view.

Narrative

5 Write a story which includes the sentence: ‘He spoke in such a nervous way, she thought he was
going to change their plan.’

6 Write a story in which a map plays an important part.

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To avoid the issue of disclosure of answer-related information to candidates, all copyright acknowledgements are reproduced online in the Cambridge Assessment
International Education Copyright Acknowledgements Booklet. This is produced for each series of examinations and is freely available to download at
www.cambridgeinternational.org after the live examination series.

Cambridge Assessment International Education is part of the Cambridge Assessment Group. Cambridge Assessment is the brand name of the University of
Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate (UCLES), which itself is a department of the University of Cambridge.

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 Cambridge O Level

ENGLISH LANGUAGE 1123/11

Paper 1 Writing May/June 2020
1 hour 30 minutes

You must answer on the enclosed answer booklet.

You will need: Answer booklet (enclosed)

*4526539022*

INSTRUCTIONS
• Answer two questions in total:
Section 1: answer Question 1.
Section 2: answer one question.
• Follow the instructions on the front cover of the answer booklet. If you need additional answer paper,
ask the invigilator for a continuation booklet.

INFORMATION
• The total mark for this paper is 60.
• All questions are worth equal marks.

This document has 4 pages. Blank pages are indicated.

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Section 1: Directed Writing

You are advised to write between 200 and 300 words. Total marks for this section: 30

You will be awarded up to 15 marks for following the task instructions.

You will be awarded up to 15 marks for the language you use.

Question 1

Your uncle and aunt own a shop which is busy and successful. You sometimes help in the shop during
your holidays. Your English teacher asks you to make a speech to your class about the shop and your
experience of working there.

Write your speech. You must include the following:

• what kind of shop it is and what you do there

• why the shop is so busy and successful
• why working in the shop is a useful experience for you.

Cover all three points above in detail. You should make your speech interesting and informative. Start
your speech: ‘Good morning, everyone.’

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Section 2: Composition

Begin your answer on a new page of your answer booklet.

Write on one of the following topics.

At the beginning of your composition put the number of the task you have chosen.

You are advised to write between 350 and 500 words.

You will be awarded marks for accurate use of language and relevant content: 30.

Questions 2–6

Description

2 Describe a very lively, noisy place you know and a very quiet one. (Remember that you are describing
the atmosphere and any people as well as the places.)

Argument

3 ‘First impressions are nearly always wrong.’ Do you think this is true? Give reasons and examples
to support your view.

4 ‘There is too much pressure on people to follow fashion.’ Do you agree? Give reasons and examples
to support your view.

Narrative

5 Write a story which includes the sentence: ‘When they opened the jewellery box, they could not
believe what was in it.’

6 Write a story in which a train ticket plays an important part.

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be pleased to make amends at the earliest possible opportunity.

To avoid the issue of disclosure of answer-related information to candidates, all copyright acknowledgements are reproduced online in the Cambridge Assessment
International Education Copyright Acknowledgements Booklet. This is produced for each series of examinations and is freely available to download at
www.cambridgeinternational.org after the live examination series.

Cambridge Assessment International Education is part of the Cambridge Assessment Group. Cambridge Assessment is the brand name of the University of
Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate (UCLES), which itself is a department of the University of Cambridge.

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 Cambridge O Level

ENGLISH LANGUAGE 1123/12

Paper 1 Writing May/June 2020
1 hour 30 minutes

You must answer on the enclosed answer booklet.

You will need: Answer booklet (enclosed)

*9426229022*

INSTRUCTIONS
• Answer two questions in total:
Section 1: answer Question 1.
Section 2: answer one question.
• Follow the instructions on the front cover of the answer booklet. If you need additional answer paper,
ask the invigilator for a continuation booklet.

INFORMATION
• The total mark for this paper is 60.
• All questions are worth equal marks.

This document has 4 pages. Blank pages are indicated.

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Section 1: Directed Writing

You are advised to write between 200 and 300 words. Total marks for this section: 30

You will be awarded up to 15 marks for following the task instructions.

You will be awarded up to 15 marks for the language you use.

Question 1

Your school has many extra-curricular activities. These include a debating team, music groups, sports
teams and others. You are the leader of one of them. Your English teacher asks you to make a speech
to your classmates to inform them about your team or group.

Write your speech. You must include the following:

• which team or group you lead and why it is successful

• the qualities and skills a member of the team or group must have
• how someone who joins the team or group will benefit as a member.

Cover all three points above in detail. You should make your speech informative and interesting. Start
your speech: ‘Good morning, everyone.’

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Section 2: Composition

Begin your answer on a new page of your answer booklet.

Write on one of the following topics.

At the beginning of your composition put the number of the task you have chosen.

You are advised to write between 350 and 500 words.

You will be awarded marks for accurate use of language and relevant content: 30.

Questions 2–6

Description

2 Describe two places which you have been to with your friends, one which you all liked and one
which you all disliked. (Remember that you are describing the atmosphere and any people as well
as the places.)

Argument

3 If you could give your school new sports equipment or new IT equipment, which would you choose?
Give reasons and examples to support your view.

4 What are the advantages and disadvantages of having longer school days but more days off school?
Give reasons and examples to support your view.

Narrative

5 Write a story which includes the sentence: ‘It was my fault so I decided to do something about it.’

6 Write a story in which a pair of sunglasses plays an important part.

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be pleased to make amends at the earliest possible opportunity.

To avoid the issue of disclosure of answer-related information to candidates, all copyright acknowledgements are reproduced online in the Cambridge Assessment
International Education Copyright Acknowledgements Booklet. This is produced for each series of examinations and is freely available to download at
www.cambridgeinternational.org after the live examination series.

Cambridge Assessment International Education is part of the Cambridge Assessment Group. Cambridge Assessment is the brand name of the University of
Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate (UCLES), which itself is a department of the University of Cambridge.

© UCLES 2020 06_1123_12_2020_1.9

 Cambridge O Level

ENGLISH LANGUAGE 1123/11

Paper 1 Writing May/June 2021
1 hour 30 minutes

You must answer on the enclosed answer booklet.

You will need: Answer booklet (enclosed)

*0099021203*

INSTRUCTIONS
• Answer two questions in total:
Section 1: answer Question 1.
Section 2: answer one question.
• Follow the instructions on the front cover of the answer booklet. If you need additional answer paper,
ask the invigilator for a continuation booklet.

INFORMATION
• The total mark for this paper is 60.
• All questions are worth equal marks.

This document has 4 pages. Any blank pages are indicated.

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Section 1: Directed Writing

You are advised to write between 200 and 300 words. Total marks for this section: 30

You will be awarded up to 15 marks for following the task instructions.

You will be awarded up to 15 marks for the language you use.

Question 1

Recently, you were involved in a difficult situation on your way to school. Your best friend was with you
and set a good example by helping you. Later, in your English lesson, your teacher asks you to make
a speech to your class about the incident.

Write your speech. You must include the following:

• the name of your friend and where the incident happened

• details of the incident and how your friend helped you
• how both you and your friend benefited from the event in different ways.

Cover all three points above in detail. You should make your speech interesting and informative. Start
your speech ‘Good morning, everyone’.

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Section 2: Composition

Begin your answer on a new page of your answer booklet.

Write on one of the following topics.

At the beginning of your composition put the number of the task you have chosen.

You are advised to write between 350 and 500 words.

You will be awarded marks for accurate use of language and relevant content: 30.

Questions 2–6

Description

2 Describe two very different places you know where people buy food. The places may be shops,
restaurants, markets or any other. (Remember you are describing the atmosphere and any people
there, as well as the places.)

Argument

3 ‘Sport is not just good for exercise – it teaches us lessons about values and behaviour.’ Do you
think this is true? Give reasons and examples to support your view.

4 ‘Every generation should move on and forget the beliefs and practices of previous generations.’
How far do you agree with this? Give reasons and details to support your view.

Narrative

5 Write a story which contains the sentence: ’It was important to meet her face to face because what
I wanted to say was too important to put in a text message.’

6 Write a story about someone who had to look after a younger brother or sister on two occasions
– one occasion which went well and one which went badly.

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be pleased to make amends at the earliest possible opportunity.

To avoid the issue of disclosure of answer-related information to candidates, all copyright acknowledgements are reproduced online in the Cambridge Assessment
International Education Copyright Acknowledgements Booklet. This is produced for each series of examinations and is freely available to download at
www.cambridgeinternational.org after the live examination series.

Cambridge Assessment International Education is part of the Cambridge Assessment Group. Cambridge Assessment is the brand name of the University of
Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate (UCLES), which itself is a department of the University of Cambridge.

© UCLES 2021 06_1123_11_2021_1.7

 Cambridge O Level

ENGLISH LANGUAGE 1123/12

Paper 1 Writing May/June 2021
1 hour 30 minutes

You must answer on the enclosed answer booklet.

You will need: Answer booklet (enclosed)

*1482952135*

INSTRUCTIONS
• Answer two questions in total:
Section 1: answer Question 1.
Section 2: answer one question.
• Follow the instructions on the front cover of the answer booklet. If you need additional answer paper,
ask the invigilator for a continuation booklet.

INFORMATION
• The total mark for this paper is 60.
• All questions are worth equal marks.

This document has 4 pages. Any blank pages are indicated.

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Section 1: Directed Writing

You are advised to write between 200 and 300 words. Total marks for this section: 30

• You will be awarded up to 15 marks for following the task instructions.

• You will be awarded up to 15 marks for the language you use.

Question 1

On your way home from school recently, you and your friend saw a poster about an event. This led to
an exciting experience for both you and your friend. Some time later, your teacher asks you to make a
speech to your class about the experience.

Write your speech. You must include the following:

• the name of your friend and what the event was

• a detailed account of the experience
• the effect this experience had on both you and your friend.

Cover all three points above in detail. You should make your speech interesting and informative. Start
your speech ‘Good morning, everyone.’

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Section 2: Composition

Begin your answer on a new page of your answer booklet.

Write on one of the following topics.

At the beginning of your composition put the number of the question you have chosen.

You are advised to write between 350 and 500 words.

You will be awarded marks for accurate use of language and relevant content: 30.

Questions 2–6

Description

2 Describe two of your neighbours who are very different and what your relationship with them is
like. (Remember you are describing the characters of the two people as well as their appearance.)

Argument

3 ‘We should always obey rules, both inside and outside school: there is never an excuse for breaking
them.’ What is your opinion? Give reasons and examples to support your view.

4 Which two aspects of your culture do you think people in your country should be most proud of?
Give reasons and examples to support your view.

Narrative

5 Write a story which includes the sentence: ‘I could see my friend shouting to me but there was too
much noise to hear what my friend was saying.’

6 Write a story in which someone is accused of doing something wrong which they did not actually
do.

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ENGLISH LANGUAGE 1123/11

Paper 1 Writing May/June 2022
1 hour 30 minutes

You must answer on the enclosed answer booklet.

You will need: Answer booklet (enclosed)

*8938642933*

INSTRUCTIONS
• Answer two questions in total:
Section 1: answer Question 1.
Section 2: answer one question.
• Follow the instructions on the front cover of the answer booklet. If you need additional answer paper,
ask the invigilator for a continuation booklet.

INFORMATION
• The total mark for this paper is 60.
• All questions are worth equal marks.

This document has 4 pages. Any blank pages are indicated.

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Section 1: Directed Writing

You are advised to write between 200 and 300 words. Total marks for this section: 30

• You will be awarded up to 15 marks for following the task instructions.

• You will be awarded up to 15 marks for the language you use.

Question 1

Your local council plans to make changes to a public facility in your area, for example a sports centre,
a park, a health centre or any other facility. There will be advantages to these changes but some local
residents are unhappy about the council’s plans. You decide to write a letter to the editor of a local
newspaper to explain how people feel about the possible changes.

Write your letter. You must include the following:

• which public facility it is and the changes the council plans to make
• the advantages of the possible changes and why some residents are unhappy about the plans
• what you think the local council should do in response to residents’ opinions.

Cover all three points above in detail. You should make your letter polite and informative.
Start your letter ‘Dear Editor’ and remember to supply a suitable ending.

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Section 2: Composition

Begin your answer on a new page of your answer booklet.

Write on one of the following topics.

At the beginning of your composition put the number of the question you have chosen.

You are advised to write between 350 and 500 words.

You will be awarded marks for accurate use of language and relevant content: 30.

Questions 2–6

Description

2 Describe two very different locations you know which have lots of trees, plants and flowers.
(Remember you can describe any people there and the atmosphere, as well as the trees, plants
and flowers.)

Argument

3 ‘I don’t believe giving can ever be as good as receiving.’ Do you think this is true? Give reasons
and examples to support your view.

4 ‘Parents should insist that their children do extra-curricular activities such as attending school clubs
or sports training, even when the children don’t want to.’ How far do you agree with this? Give
reasons and details to support your view.

Narrative

5 Write a story which contains the sentence: ‘I was surprised when my mother said she had seen
my friend several kilometres away.’

6 Write a story in which a helicopter plays an important part.

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effort has been made by the publisher (UCLES) to trace copyright holders, but if any items requiring clearance have unwittingly been included, the publisher will
be pleased to make amends at the earliest possible opportunity.

To avoid the issue of disclosure of answer-related information to candidates, all copyright acknowledgements are reproduced online in the Cambridge Assessment
International Education Copyright Acknowledgements Booklet. This is produced for each series of examinations and is freely available to download at
www.cambridgeinternational.org after the live examination series.

Cambridge Assessment International Education is part of Cambridge Assessment. Cambridge Assessment is the brand name of the University of Cambridge Local
Examinations Syndicate (UCLES), which is a department of the University of Cambridge.

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 Cambridge O Level

ENGLISH LANGUAGE 1123/12

Paper 1 Writing May/June 2022
1 hour 30 minutes

You must answer on the enclosed answer booklet.

You will need: Answer booklet (enclosed)

*4597864663*

INSTRUCTIONS
• Answer two questions in total:
Section 1: answer Question 1.
Section 2: answer one question.
• Follow the instructions on the front cover of the answer booklet. If you need additional answer paper,
ask the invigilator for a continuation booklet.

INFORMATION
• The total mark for this paper is 60.
• All questions are worth equal marks.

This document has 4 pages. Any blank pages are indicated.

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Section 1: Directed Writing

You are advised to write between 200 and 300 words. Total marks for this section: 30

• You will be awarded up to 15 marks for following the task instructions.

• You will be awarded up to 15 marks for the language you use.

Question 1

Your cousin got married recently. You helped your cousin to arrange the wedding celebration at a top
hotel. The celebration was enjoyable but the hotel made some mistakes. You decide to write a letter to
the hotel manager about the wedding celebration.

Write your letter. You must include the following:

• the names of the couple who got married and the date of the celebration
• what the guests enjoyed about the celebration
• details of the mistakes the hotel made and what you would like the hotel to do about what happened.

Cover all three points above in detail. You should make your letter polite and informative.
Start your letter ‘Dear Hotel Manager’ and remember to supply a suitable ending.

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Section 2: Composition

Begin your answer on a new page of your answer booklet.

Write on one of the following topics.

At the beginning of your composition put the number of the question you have chosen.

You are advised to write between 350 and 500 words.

You will be awarded marks for accurate use of language and relevant content: 30.

Questions 2–6

Description

2 Describe two very different and interesting animals which live in your area. (Remember you can
describe the behaviour of the animals and the places where they live as well as their appearance.)

Argument

3 ‘The world now depends far too much on technology. We are losing the ability to think for ourselves.’
What is your opinion? Give reasons and examples to support your view.

4 ‘I no longer believe that individuals can make any difference in saving the environment.’ Do you
agree? Give reasons and examples to support your view.

Narrative

5 Write a story which includes the sentence: ‘I spent the day wandering through unfamiliar streets
looking for the place he told me about.’

6 Write a story in which a sailing boat plays an important part.

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effort has been made by the publisher (UCLES) to trace copyright holders, but if any items requiring clearance have unwittingly been included, the publisher will
be pleased to make amends at the earliest possible opportunity.

To avoid the issue of disclosure of answer-related information to candidates, all copyright acknowledgements are reproduced online in the Cambridge Assessment
International Education Copyright Acknowledgements Booklet. This is produced for each series of examinations and is freely available to download at
www.cambridgeinternational.org after the live examination series.

Cambridge Assessment International Education is part of Cambridge Assessment. Cambridge Assessment is the brand name of the University of Cambridge Local
Examinations Syndicate (UCLES), which is a department of the University of Cambridge.

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