1. “RAFT” for analyzing the writing topics

2. Rule 1 and 2 1.Read instructions before you write. 2.Underline or circle key words in the question.

3. Rule 3: Find out R.A.F.T. R: Role Who is the writer? A: Audience Who will read your composition? F: Format Is it a letter / a story / a speech? T: Topic What is the writing about? What do you need to write?

4. Can you find out RAFT in one minute?

5. Work in groups of three, please identify “RAFT” for the following writing question: Write a speech—Save our environment Your school is holding a “Save our environment.” Week. You are the Earth Friendly Ambassador and are invited to give a short speech in the assembly to teach schoolmates how to produce less waste. Write the speech. R: Role Who is the writer? A: Audience Who will read your composition? F: Format Is it a letter / a story / a speech? T: Topic What is the writing about? What do you need to write? Topic Role FormatAudience