PSLE-style English Composition Bank (Primary 4 & 5)

• Picture 1: School dismissal, dark clouds and heavy rain.
• Picture 2: Your classmate has no umbrella and looks worried.
• Picture 3: You share help and both get home safely.

Exam task: Write at least 150 words about the lesson you learnt during this rainy dismissal. Use one or more pictures and explain (1) what you did from the moment you noticed your classmate, (2) how your actions affected both of you, and (3) the lesson about kindness and preparedness you took away.

• Picture 1: You spot a wallet near the playground bench.
• Picture 2: You check for clues and go to the general office.
• Picture 3: The owner gets it back and thanks you.

Exam task: Write at least 150 words about the lesson you learnt when you found this wallet. Describe (1) what actions you took, (2) how adults or friends responded, and (3) the lesson about honesty and responsibility that stayed with you.

• Picture 1: You are reading in the library.
• Picture 2: Two pupils are talking loudly.
• Picture 3: You remind them politely and everyone settles down.

Exam task: Write at least 150 words about the lesson you learnt while protecting the quiet space. Include (1) what you did or said, (2) how others reacted, and (3) the lesson about respect and speaking up politely.

• Picture 1: During a game, a teammate falls.
• Picture 2: Some players argue about a foul.
• Picture 3: You choose fair play and the game continues peacefully.

Exam task: Write at least 150 words about the lesson you learnt from this match. Explain (1) what you did to calm the players, (2) how the game changed after your decision, and (3) the lesson about sportsmanship you will remember.

• Picture 1: Residents gather for a clean-up event.
• Picture 2: You notice bins are mixed up and litter returns.
• Picture 3: You make simple labels and the work becomes smoother.

Exam task: Write at least 150 words about the lesson you learnt while organising this clean-up. Describe (1) the steps you took to solve the problem, (2) how the team responded, and (3) the lesson about initiative and teamwork.

• Picture 1: Your group project is behind schedule.
• Picture 2: Group members blame one another.
• Picture 3: You reorganise tasks and finish just in time.

Exam task: Write at least 150 words about the lesson you learnt from this group project. Explain (1) what actions you took to rescue the deadline, (2) how the team changed after your plan, and (3) the lesson about leadership and time management.

• Picture 1: You post a joke in a class chat.
• Picture 2: A classmate feels hurt and goes silent.
• Picture 3: You apologise sincerely and make things right.

Exam task: Write at least 150 words about the lesson you learnt from this online incident. Include (1) what you wrote and how you realised it was hurtful, (2) what you did to make things right, and (3) the lesson about empathy and digital kindness.

• Picture 1: You are stuck on a difficult question.
• Picture 2: A nearby answer sheet is visible.
• Picture 3: You choose honesty and complete the paper on your own.

Exam task: Write at least 150 words about the lesson you learnt when you faced this temptation. Describe (1) what you felt and did during the test, (2) the consequences of choosing honesty, and (3) the lesson about integrity.

• Picture 1: The lights suddenly go out at home.
• Picture 2: Younger siblings panic.
• Picture 3: Your family works together calmly until power returns.

Exam task: Write at least 150 words about the lesson you learnt during this blackout. Explain (1) what you did first, (2) how you kept everyone calm, and (3) the lesson about responsibility in emergencies.

• Picture 1: A new student sits alone during recess.
• Picture 2: You invite him or her into your group.
• Picture 3: By term end, the student becomes confident and happy.

Exam task: Write at least 150 words about the lesson you learnt while helping the new student. Include (1) what you did over several days, (2) how the friendship grew, and (3) the lesson about patience and inclusion.