MUET Writing Task 2: How to write a body paragraph?

Hi all,

Pretty sure MUET candidates all around Malaysia are working hard on the speaking, writing, listening and reading components. My students and I are forging ahead as well. The classes have been intensive - but the students in my MUET classes have been real troopers - all working very hard because they are determined to do well for MUET in July.

Anyways, here's a short note on writing a body paragraph.


MUET Writing Task 2 Sample Question

Employers should pay young people the same salary as older colleagues doing the same job.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Body Paragraph Example

Many people believe that workers should be paid according to age rather then merit. However, I feel that they should be paid according to results. Take for example, someone in their twenties working in a financial company. They deserve the same salary because they are doing the same work. Moreover, young people nowadays are often faster at doing things than their older work colleagues which compensates for lack of experience.


Let's break it down

Note also the phrases in red, start each sentence with connective phrases

Opinion Statement: Many people believe that workers should be paid according to age rather then merit.

Contradiction: However, I feel that they should be paid according to results.

Example: Take for example, someone in their twenties working in a financial company.

Reason: They deserve the same salary because they are doing the same work.

Explanation: Moreover, young people nowadays are often faster at doing things than their older work colleagues which compensates for lack of experience.

MUET results out!

Congrats to all MUET candidates! Especially those who obtained results they need for university / convo / work.

Text messages and calls came in this morning, bearing great news.
Congrats to my students who obtained band 3 and band 4!
All the best in your university studies.
Your effort and hard work paid off.

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MUET results March 2013

From The Star

Sunday May 5, 2013

MUET results out tomorrow

THE results of the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for the March 2013 session will be released tomorrow.

Students can collect their results from their respective schools or institutions from 10am on the same
day, while private candidates will receive theirs through the post.

They can also check their results through SMS by typing MUET space RESULT space IC number, and sending it to 15888 from 12.01am on May 6.

Candidates can also log onto the Malaysian Examinations Council (MEC) website at
www.mpm.edu.my from 9am onwards.

Candidates who are dissatisfied with their results can appeal via the MEC website by May 14.
Those who want to register for MUET’s July session can do so via the MEC website or
www.mesp.gov.my/online. The closing date for registration is May 13.