PT3 Road to Exams: Report Writing (2019 PT3) In About 120 words, write about the Independence Day celebration at your school. You may use the notes below to help you. When was the celebration? Why should we celebrate Independence Day? Who were involved? Independence Day Celebration How do you feel about the celebration? When was the celebration? What were the activities? Format of Report. Independence Dav Celebration in SMK King George V The Independence Day celebration in my school was on the 31st of August, 2020. The day started with an assembly in the school hall. An announcement was made by the perfect on-duty and students began to walk to the hall. The Principal started the celebration by reading a speech from the Prime Minister……………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. The celebration is important because……………………………………………………………… ……………..………………………………………………………………………………………………... Reported by, (sign) (RAHIM BIN GHANI) 1st Paragraph (Introduction) • Content 1 (what was the celebration) - Independence Day • Content 2 (who were involved) - teachers, students, parents, guest of honour • Content 3 (when was the celebration) - 31 August 2020 Example of Writings. (Introduction) - Content 1 (what was the celebration) Content 2 (who were involved) Content 3 (when was the celebration) Ex1: It was ____________________, a memorable day for Malaysians. To ____________ our Independence Day, my school organised a celebration. The ___________________ were informed to be present in the hall. The whole hall was beautifully decorated with coloured balloons and the national flags were everywhere. Ex2: Last year, I had the opportunity to take part in the Merdeka Day celebration in _________________________. The nation was celebrating its 63rd year of independence. It was on August 31, 2020. Ex3: On_______________, my _______ held an Independence Day celebration. All the___________________________ were involved. It was a grand celebration. Paragraph 2 Content 4 (what were the activities) - principal gave/delivered a speech - students gathered in the hall - waved national flags - clapped hands - sang the national anthem - read the national oath - danced - performed traditional dances - recited a patriotic poem Ex1: The first event was a _____________________. He ________________ from the Prime Minister about this special day. The ____________________ and everybody sang with lot of passion and sentiment. Students and teachers raised their right hands as they ________________________. Then, the teacher in-charge announced that a choir was to perform some patriotic songs and we were told to wave the small national flags in our hands. In gaiety, all students and teachers sang along. This was followed by a sketch by the Form 5 students. They brought the audience back to the day when the Prime Minister, ___________________ declared the independence of Malaya. This performance received _______________ cheers and claps from everyone. The next event was a __________ around the town. As everyone was told earlier to dress up in their traditional costumes or the national T-shirt, the procession was very grand and colourful. People began to __________ and scream *Merdeka!'. It was a proud moment for all taking part. Ex2: It was a ___________ in the history of Malaysia when the country got her freedom on August 31, 1957. People of the country celebrate this festival every year with great _____ and show. The main programme is celebrated at Dataran Merdeka in Kuala Lumpur. Besides, this festival is also celebrated in every city and town, in school, college and university. Our school also celebrates this festival every year. For this year, we had made all the preparations. In the morning, the Chairman of the Parent-Teacher Association was the guest of _______. Four prefects _________ the national flag on the school building sharp at 8:00 a.m. All the students and teachers sang the National Anthem. Then, the celebration was followed by a cultural show. A patriotic poem was _______ by two students Some students also presented a traditional dance and _____. The __________ performances of the dancers dressed in _________________ costumes received thunderous cheers and claps. Paragraph 4 Content 5 (how do you feel about the celebration?) - happy - proud - excited Examples: - It was a day of fun and great excitement. One of the most obvious and easiest ways to show love for the country is to celebrate it together. - It was indeed an event to rejoice, celebrate and be part of a historic moment. These words aptly sum up a nation solemnising its 63 years of independence. - The celebration ended at 12 noon and finally, students dispersed and went home tired but happy. There is one thing that this event teaches us, it is unity. Malaysia is a small country comprised of various races and ethnicities. Celebrating independence is also celebrating solidarity. Conclusion. Content 6 (why should we celebrate) Examples: - The Independence Day has a great importance in every citizen's life. This day reminds us every year that freedom is sacred and citizens must do everything to ensure that it shall not be endangered. - Being a multi-cultural society, we should strongly emphasise ethnic harmony and Independence Day celebrations serve to remind the citizens of this goal and helps to promote national unity and goodwill. - It is really the part of being able to witness the event itself unfold that makes this whole experience meaningful. The feeling of nationalism, being one with other Malaysians in celebrating an important day for the country. Attending the national day celebration is something that can add to our appreciation of our country's history.
