本文介绍 PSLE Chinese Composition 2024 的六图作文题目（教师节话剧表演），并提供实用的中英对照词汇，方便家长和学生了解历届真题的出题方向与常用写作词汇。
About the Topic / 题目简介
The PSLE Chinese Composition 2024 featured a Teachers’ Day six-picture composition (六图作文) focusing on a class preparing a drama for Teachers’ Day. 本题考察学生的叙事能力、人物刻画与应变能力（例如主角受伤、临时换角等情境）。
提示：下面的中英对照词汇可直接用于作文表达或教学资料中。
Key Vocabulary 中英对照词汇表
中文
English
教师节
Teachers’ Day
吉他
guitar
话剧
stage play / drama performance
不约而同地点头
nodded in agreement / nodded at the same time
排练
rehearse / rehearsal
道具
props
主角
main character / lead role
国王和子民
the king and his people / subjects
被楼梯绊倒了
tripped over the stairs
骨折
bone fracture / broke a bone
行动不便
had difficulty moving around / mobility was limited
演出的日期渐渐逼近
the performance date was drawing near / approaching soon
Question 1: Logical Reasoning — Think of the Worst-Case Scenario
In a bag, there are 3 green apples, 5 yellow apples, 7 green pears and 2 yellow pears. Simon picks one fruit at a time. What is the minimum number of fruits he must take out to be certain that he has at least one apple and one pear of the same colour?
Question 3: Spatial & Arithmetic Reasoning — Train Compartment Problem
A train has 12 coaches. Each coach has the same number of compartments. Mike is travelling in the 4th coach and in the 24th compartment from the engine. Jane sat in the 8th coach in the 50th compartment from the engine. How many compartments are there in each coach?
English: The keywords are “impolite” and “never dare again.” “Impolite” is not the same as being “playful” or “pranking.” For example, teasing friends is not necessarily “impolite.” “Never dare again” requires a serious consequence that makes the writer truly regret. A simple scolding from parents or teachers is not enough.
PSLE 命题作文常见离题情况
把“没有礼貌”写成“顽皮”或“恶作剧”。
没有写清楚“严重后果”，而只是写被父母骂一顿，缺乏力度。
English: 1. Writing about being playful instead of being impolite. 2. Ending with only a light scolding, without showing a strong reason for “never dare again.”
English summary examples: – Teacher: Interrupting or talking back in class → class atmosphere turns cold, later regret. – Friend: Saying hurtful things → friendship almost lost, only regained after apology. – Parents: Talking back or being rude → parents’ disappointment and tears, deep guilt. – Grandparents: Being impatient with their slowness → they feel hurt, leading to deep reflection.
着重在“一天”，而不是“一件事” 中文：作文题目强调“一天”，所以故事必须在同一天内完成。如果写成一件事却横跨好几天，就会离题。 English: The focus is on “a day,” not just “an event.” The entire story should happen within a single day. If the event spans several days, it will go off-topic.
没有写出“特别之处” 中文：不能只写“今天是我的生日，所以特别”。必须写清楚为什么这个生日特别，例如：朋友们给我惊喜、有人恶作剧、收到一份意想不到的礼物。 English: You can’t just say “It was my birthday, so it was special.” You must explain what made it special — for example, friends threw a surprise, someone played a prank, or you received an unexpected gift.
写作提示
例子1：生日的特别之处 中文：同学们突然唱生日歌，结果蛋糕被人不小心弄翻了，全班一片混乱，但也成为一段难忘的回忆。 English: Friends suddenly sang a birthday song, but someone accidentally dropped the cake. The chaos turned into an unforgettable memory.
例子2：比赛的难忘时刻 中文：在运动会那天，本来快要输掉比赛，却因为大家齐心协力，奇迹般反败为胜。 English: On Sports Day, the team was about to lose, but with teamwork, they made a surprising comeback.
例子3：突发意外 中文：那天和家人去郊游，却迷路了，最后在陌生人帮助下回到营地，这让人特别难忘。 English: Went on a family picnic but got lost, only to be guided back by a kind stranger — making the day unforgettable.
例子4：舞台经历 中文：第一次上台表演，虽然紧张到出错，但观众的掌声让我体会到“特别”的意义。 English: First time performing on stage, made mistakes due to nerves, but the applause made it truly special.
This guide helps students tackle the PSLE 2016 prompt “This Incident Made Me Understand the Importance of Cooperation.” It covers common off-topic mistakes, concrete example scenarios, the value of teamwork, and practical writing tips.
常见离题情况 / Common Mistakes
写成“我不喜欢我的朋友”。 一些学生把重点放在抱怨朋友性格或人际冲突，结果偏离“合作”的主题，而没有讨论合作如何解决问题或带来改变。 Some essays focus on disliking a friend, which shifts the emphasis away from cooperation.
写成“我很懒惰”。 题目不是关于勤劳或懒惰，而是合作。正确的角度是：即使我勤劳，但不愿意与人合作，仍可能失败；合作与否才是关键。 The topic is about teamwork, not laziness. Even a hardworking person who refuses to cooperate can still fail—the focus should be cooperation.
中文示例：学校举行篮球赛，我是主力之一。起初我个人主义强，总想自己持球突破，结果被对方针对，失误连连，比分落后。教练中场点醒我：“篮球是团队运动，传导球比单打更重要。”我开始学着传球、掩护、沟通，球队配合渐入佳境，最终逆转获胜。 English example: In a school basketball match, I was one of the main players. At first I played selfishly, always driving the ball alone. The opponents targeted me, and we made many mistakes and fell behind. At halftime the coach reminded me, “Basketball is a team sport; passing is more important than solo play.” I learned to pass, screen, and communicate. Our teamwork improved and we staged a comeback to win.
示例二：合唱表演 / Choir Performance
中文示例：班级参加合唱比赛，起初我用力过猛、想突出自己，结果破坏了整体和声。指导老师提醒我们“合唱是倾听与融合”。我学会收敛音色，与同学们互相听位、调节气息，最终演出和谐，获得好评。 English example: Our class joined a choir competition. At first I sang too loudly to stand out, ruining the harmony. The teacher reminded us that “choir is about listening and blending.” I learned to soften my tone and listen to others; we adjusted and performed harmoniously, receiving praise.
合作的价值 / Why Cooperation Matters
发挥优势互补：每个人有不同长处，合作可以把这些长处组合起来，形成更强的整体。 Combines individual strengths into a stronger whole.
互相支持与补位：当某人失误或遇到困难，队友能及时补位，减少整体风险。 Teammates support each other and cover weaknesses.
形成归属与成就感：团队成功带来的成就感更强，能增强凝聚力與动力。 Team success creates a stronger sense of belonging and pride.
与独自完成的对比：独自行动可能效率高但风险和失误多；合作虽需磨合，却更稳健、成果更完整。 Working alone may be faster but riskier; cooperation yields more robust, sustainable results.
写作要点（考场可套用的步骤） / Writing Steps
选好具体事件：体育（篮球、足球）或表演（合唱、舞蹈、戏剧）最容易写出合作场景。Choose concrete events like sports or performing arts.
先写冲突或问题：描述因不合作或误解导致的问题或失败。Start with the conflict caused by lack of cooperation.
写转折与改变：写出如何意识到合作的重要，并采取了哪些实际行动（沟通、分工、练习）。Show the turning point and concrete actions taken.
反思与总结：说明合作带来的价值，与独自完成进行对比，点题收束。Reflect on the value of teamwork and tie back to the topic.
常用句型与关键词（中英对照，可背诵） / Useful Phrases & Keywords
团队合作 (teamwork)、互相配合 (mutual coordination)、分工合作 (division of labor)、倾听 (listen to others)、弥补不足 (cover weaknesses)、集体荣誉 (collective pride)、共同努力 (work together)
teamwork; mutual coordination; division of labor; listen to others; cover weaknesses; collective pride; work together
To write a strong essay on cooperation, use concrete events to show the initial conflict, the process of change, and the value teamwork brings. This structure demonstrates depth and personal growth to examiners.
This guide focuses on the PSLE 2019 composition topic “I Made the Right Decision.” Students must present two core elements: (1) the dilemma before making the decision, and (2) a clear explanation of why the decision was the right one. Many low-scoring essays miss the mark by failing to show the inner struggle or justify the choice. Below are bilingual tips and examples for effective writing.
常见离题情况 / Common Ways Students Go Off-Topic
只写“我做了一个决定”，没有说明为何正确。 许多学生把重心放在叙述“做了什么”，却没有说明这个决定带来的价值或正面后果，导致文章空洞、说服力不足。 Simply stating “I made a decision” without explaining why it was right. Many essays narrate the action but fail to justify its goodness or consequences, resulting in weak persuasion.
没有交代两难过程，欠缺内心挣扎的描写。 若文章直接跳到“我做了正确的决定”，而省略内心权衡（例如利益与道德冲突、个人欲望与责任之间的拉扯），阅卷者难以看到成长或反思。 Failing to describe the dilemma and inner conflict. If the essay skips the weighing process, the reader cannot see the growth or reflection behind the choice.
两难情境示例（可用于开头或过程段） / Example Dilemmas (use in opening or body)
English: I found a wallet on the playground with a lot of cash inside. If I kept it, I could finally buy the sneakers I’ve been wanting; if I handed it to a teacher or the police, though it would be the right thing to do, I might never get those shoes. I wrestled between greed and conscience for some time.
English: There was an important school competition and I was team captain; the same day, my mother fell ill and needed care. If I competed, the team would lose a key member; if I stayed home, I’d miss the leadership experience. The dilemma left me torn.
说明“为何是对的决定”的示例（用于结尾或反思段） / Examples of Explaining Why the Decision Was Right
English: I eventually handed the wallet to a teacher. Although I couldn’t buy the sneakers then, I gained inner peace and my teachers’ praise. More importantly, I learned honesty and responsibility—values more precious than a pair of shoes—so it was the right decision.
English: I chose to stay home to care for my mother. Although we lost the competition, seeing my mother’s relieved smile taught me that family outweighs fleeting glory. This choice matured me; next time I’ll know how to prioritize.
写作要点（Step-by-step Writing Tips）
先交代两难：清楚写出选择双方的利弊与内心挣扎。Begin by describing the dilemma—pros, cons, and inner conflict.
描写过程：以具体细节呈现挣扎（心理描写、对话、时间压力）。Show the struggle with concrete details (thoughts, dialogue, time pressure).
说明选择：描述你如何做出决定（有无参考他人建议、思考过程）。Explain how you reached the decision (advice, reasoning).
论证“正确性”：写出决定带来的正面后果与你从中学到的价值。Justify why it was right—positive results and lessons learned.
结尾立志/展望：用一句有力的总结或承诺作收束，呼应题目。End with a strong closing sentence or promise that ties back to the topic.
常用语句与关键词（可背诵） / Useful Phrases & Keywords
推荐用语（中英对照）：承担责任 (take responsibility)、考虑周全 (weigh carefully)、良知 (conscience)、利弊权衡 (weigh pros and cons)、内心挣扎 (inner conflict)、做正确的事 (do the right thing)、学会了 (learned that)
The key to writing a strong essay for “I Made the Right Decision” is not merely to describe an action, but to explain the dilemma and justify why the choice was right. Such narrative depth appeals to markers and earns higher scores.
In the 2011 Higher Chinese paper, this topic tested whether students could highlight the tension and reflection around “the last minute.” Many students lost marks for missing the focus, so clarify the core idea before writing.
1️⃣ Mistakenly writing about “forgetting to do something” The topic stresses “doing things at the last minute,” which means the task was still done, just delayed due to procrastination. Writing it as “forgot” is off-topic.
2️⃣ Failing to highlight the “last minute” situation Some students narrate events plainly without emphasizing the tension and consequences of the last minute. The essay should revolve around “insufficient preparation time,” such as last-minute competition prep, rushing to pick up a sibling, or cramming homework.
DSA（Direct School Admission）是新加坡中学录取途径之一，允许学生根据学业以外的专长（如体育、艺术、领导能力等）申请中学，而不完全依赖 PSLE 分数。许多家长在 PSLE 成绩公布前，就已经考虑是否通过 DSA 来增加孩子的升学选择。
DSA (Direct School Admission) is an alternative pathway for secondary school admission in Singapore. It allows students to apply based on talents such as sports, arts, or leadership, rather than relying solely on their PSLE results. Many parents start considering DSA options even before the PSLE results are released.
DSA is a special admission scheme introduced by MOE that allows students to gain admission to secondary schools based on their talents in academics, sports, arts, or leadership, rather than PSLE scores alone.
DSA 申请流程 / DSA Application Process
申请时间：一般在 P6 上半年开放。
家长需准备材料，如成绩单、获奖证书、推荐信。
申请后，学生可能需要面试、试演或试训。
Application timeline: Opens around the first half of Primary 6.
Parents may need to prepare documents such as report cards, awards, and recommendation letters.
Students may be invited for interviews, auditions, or trials after application.
If your child has shown strong performance in a specific area, has received awards, and the secondary school offers related support and opportunities, DSA may be a good option.
Even with DSA, students must still sit for PSLE and meet the school’s minimum entry requirements. DSA is an alternative pathway, not a shortcut that bypasses PSLE.
DSA provides students with an opportunity to showcase their strengths and creates more flexible pathways to secondary schools. Parents should consider both their child’s interests and long-term growth when making a decision.
PSLE分数结算与升学方向 | PSLE Scoring & Secondary School Placement Guide
预考（Prelim）刚刚结束，许多家长和考生已经对自己的 PSLE AL 总分 有了初步概念。接下来的重点，就是如何根据这个成绩规划升学方向。本文整理了权威资源，帮助家长清楚了解 如何计算总分、如何选择中学、以及如何参考最新录取分数线，为接下来的志愿填报做好准备。
The prelims are over and many families now have a sense of the child’s PSLE Achievement Level (AL). The next step is planning for secondary school. This guide compiles official resources so you can quickly calculate the final score, shortlist suitable schools, and check the latest cut-off points to make informed choices.
English: PSLE is a key milestone. By understanding how scoring works, using tools to shortlist schools, and checking the latest COP, families can plan the next stage with confidence.
