ANSWERING TECHNIQUES

NOVEL

SAMPLE QUESTION
The following is the novel you have studied in the literature component in English Language.

Captain Nobody By Dean Pitchford

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Based on the novel, who do you think is the most interesting character in the novel you have
studied? Support your answer with close reference to the text.

Introduction

POINT 1

POINT 2

POINT 3

Conclusion

HOW TO WRITE YOUR INTRO?

Introduction

NOVEL The novel I have studied is Captain Nobody.

AUTHOR It is written by Dean Pitchford
SHORT The story is about a ten years old boy Newton Newman who wants to become
SYNOPSIS famous like his brother, Chris, a football star. Chris is in coma after the big
tackle incident in the final game against Merrimac team. Everything starts
after he wears a Halloween costume made of his brother, Chris football
jersey. Newton become braver, more confident and determine. He calls
himself as Captain Nobody.
ANSWER The most interesting character is
THE This is because he is , and
QUESTION ..
In the following paragraph, I will discuss the topic with close reference
from the text.
SAMPLE of the INTRODUCTION
The novel I have studied is Captain Nobody. It is written by Dean Pitchford. The story is
about a ten years old boy Newton Newman who wants to become famous like his brother, Chris, a
football star. Chris is in coma after the big tackle incident in the final game against Merrimac team.
Everything starts after he wears a Halloween costume made of his brother, Chris football jersey.
Newton become braver, more confident and determine. He calls himself as Captain Nobody. The
most interesting character that I choose is Cecil Butterworth. This is because he is creative,
determined and supportive to his friend. In the following paragraph, I will discuss the topic with
close reference from the text.

HOW TO WRITE YOUR POINT

POINT 1

POINT . is a
ELABORATE He always
EXAMPLE (s) For example ..(Example 1)
Not only that, he also...(Example 2)
OPINION (O) This shows that is indeed a

SAMPLE answer for POINT 1

Cecil is creative and innovative. He always has a lot of ideas. For example, Cecil comes up
with the idea of creating their own Halloween costumes, He also says that he can wrap himself in
sheet of music and come as a symphony!. He then dressed as Mozart on Halloween. Not only that,
Cecil works with JJ to create a superhero outfit from old clothes Newt. He successfully turns Newts
oversized clothes and immediately connects it to something like Superman. This shows that Cecil is
indeed a creative person who has a lot of witty ideas to brighten up his friends life.-

POINT 2

Use sequence connector : Next, furthermore, in addition, moreover, besides

POINT 2 I find. is interesting as he is a .

ELABORATE He is
EXAMPLE (s) For example..(Example 1)
....(Example 2)
OPINION (O) This incident shows that

SAMPLE answer for POINT 2

In addition, I find Cecil is interesting as he is a determine person. He is determined and work

hard to achieve his dream which is to be a drummer, He practices whenever he has free time. For
example Cecil is persistent in convincing Captain Nobody to help him to retrieve the discarded drum
from the dumpster. This incident shows that Cecil is determined and never gives up until his wish is
fulfilled. In life we should be determined and work hard to achieve our dreams.

POINT 3

Use sequence connector : Next, furthermore, in addition, moreover, besides

POINT 3 . is also .
ELABORATE He is
EXAMPLE (s) For instance..(Example 1)
Similarly, he also... (Example 2)
OPINION (O) In my opinion,

SAMPLE answer for POINT 3.

Cecil is really supportive to his friend. He is a true friend to Newton Newman and JJ through
thick and thin. For instance, although Cecil is shorter and skinnier than Newton, he stands up for
Newt when Newt is threatened by Ricky Ratner and his gang. Similarly, Cecil encourages and
support Newt in the audacious plan to climb Appleton water tower to persuade Riggie Ratner not to
jump. In my opinion, coincidently Cecil also helps Newt to overcome his fears of height. He always
fight alongside his friend, Newt, who is also known as Captain Nobody.

How to write your CONCLUSION

CONCLUSION

SAMPLE of the Conclusion

In conclusion, Cecil Butterworth is creative, determined and supportive to his friends. It is because
of his interesting character as a side kick to Captain Nobody that makes this novel exciting.
 Hard-working
Discipline
Independent

Responsible Loving

CAPTAIN NOBODY
Brave (Newton Nobody ) Obedient

------------------------ HANDS ON P R A C T I S E !!! --------------------------

QUESTION

In your opinion, who is the hero of the novel you have studied?
Support your answer with close reference to the text.