Complete Paper 4 Question 1 form filling accurately with single words or short phrases
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Paper 4 Questions 1 and 2 — Form Filling and Directed Writing
الوَرَقة الرَّابِعة السُّؤالان الأَوَّل والثَّاني — مَلء الاستِمارة والكِتابة المُوَجَّهة
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Learning Objectives
Focus on these outcomes rather than trying to memorise everything at once.
Plan and complete Question 2 directed writing in approximately 80–90 words
Apply the Question 2 criteria: Task Completion and Range and Accuracy
Revision plan
- 8 minWarm-upKnow the tasks
- 12 minStep 1Form-filling accuracy
- 20 minStep 2Directed-writing plan and response
- 12 minStep 3Mark and improve
- 8 minPlenaryOne-minute checklist
Exam connection: Cambridge IGCSE Arabic – Foreign Language (0544), examinations 2028–2030. There are four papers and each one is worth 25% of the qualification: Paper 1 Listening 40 marks; Paper 2 Reading 40 marks; Paper 3 Speaking 40 marks; Paper 4 Writing 40 marks. Paper 1 has 37 multiple-choice and matching questions and every recording is played twice. Paper 3 has 10 minutes of preparation, then a role play of about 2 minutes and two topic conversations of 4 minutes each. Paper 4 consists of form filling (5), directed writing of about 80–90 words (10), and extended writing of about 130–140 words (25).
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Vocabulary
Tap each card to reveal the meaning, category and example.
Three-step recall
- Say the Arabic aloud.
- Cover the meaning and recall it.
- Use six items in your own spoken or written sentences.
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Quizzes
Use the two short checks. Errors show you what to revise next.
Quiz 1 — Meaning check
0 / 61. What does المَعلومات المَطلوبة mean?
2. What does مُقَدِّمة مُناسِبة mean?
3. What does رِسالة mean?
4. What does صِيغة رَسمِيَّة mean?
5. What does التَّحدُّث بِضَمير المُتَكَلِّم mean?
6. What does التَّخطيط قَبل الكِتابة mean?
Quiz 2 — Match Arabic and English
العربية
English
Matched: 0 / 6
Stretch challenge
Choose three matched items and combine them into one accurate sentence or short exchange.
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Grammar
Read the rule, notice the pattern and then produce your own examples.
Core rule / strategy
Question 1 rewards exact factual language. Question 2 requires connected simple sentences, suitable register, clear time frames, accurate agreement and a useful range of vocabulary and structures.
Notice the pattern
- أَستَخدِم «الكِتابة المُوَجَّهة» في جُملة واضِحة.
- أَستَخدِم «نَوع النَّصّ» في جُملة واضِحة.
- أَختار الأُسلوب المُناسِب لِنَوع النَّصّ.
- أَستَخدِم «خِطاب رَسمي» في جُملة واضِحة.
Accuracy checklist
- Check the subject and verb or noun/adjective agreement.
- Check gender, number and tense or time frame.
- Use the lesson structure in a complete, meaningful sentence.
- Read the sentence aloud and correct anything that sounds incomplete.
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Skills Practice
Practise listening, reading, speaking and writing with the same lesson language.
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Listening
Listen for time, place or person. Listen twice: first for the overall meaning, then for evidence.
🎧 Recorded audio coming soon — use the device voice for listening practice now. Keep the transcript hidden for your first two listens.
أَستَخدِم «الكِتابة المُوَجَّهة» في جُملة واضِحة. أَستَخدِم «نَوع النَّصّ» في جُملة واضِحة. أَختار الأُسلوب المُناسِب لِنَوع النَّصّ. أَستَخدِم «خِطاب رَسمي» في جُملة واضِحة. أَستَخدِم «مَقالة» في جُملة واضِحة.
- What is the main topic or situation?
- Who, where or when is mentioned?
- Write one supporting detail.
Check your listening
A successful answer identifies the main topic, at least three accurate words and one relevant detail. Replay once, then reveal the transcript only if you still need support.
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Reading
Underline known words before answering.
أَستَخدِم «الكِتابة المُوَجَّهة» في جُملة واضِحة. أَستَخدِم «نَوع النَّصّ» في جُملة واضِحة. أَختار الأُسلوب المُناسِب لِنَوع النَّصّ. أَستَخدِم «خِطاب رَسمي» في جُملة واضِحة.
- What is the main idea or situation?
- Choose one phrase and explain what it means in this context.
- Find one example that shows the lesson language or grammar in use.
- What extra detail could you add to make the text more complete?
Reading support
Start with names, numbers, repeated words, connectors and familiar verb patterns. You do not need to translate every word.
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Speaking
Build your answer, then ask a follow-up question.
- Ask and answer five useful questions connected with this unit. Extend at least two answers with a reason or detail.
- Use at least three useful items from this lesson and one complete sentence with the target grammar.
- Add one reason, detail or example instead of giving only a short answer.
Useful frame:في رَأيي.. لِأَنَّ.. أَيضاً.. وَمِن جِهَةٍ أُخرى..
Working alone? Record yourself for 30–60 seconds, listen back once, and improve one pronunciation, grammar or fluency point.
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Writing
Plan, write, check and improve.
Task: Complete a concise exam-style response linked to the lesson focus. Follow the task length shown on this page. Target: about 80–90 words for the directed-writing practice.
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Activities
Complete the activities in order, or choose the one that addresses your weakest area.
Independent revision: if an activity mentions a partner, cards, a picture or classroom equipment, use paper/notes on your device and complete both sides yourself. For speaking, record your answer and listen back once.
Warm-up8 min
Know the tasks
Compare Question 1 form filling (5 marks) with Question 2 directed writing (10 marks, about 80–90 words). Identify what must be brief and what must be developed.
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Form-filling accuracy
Complete two short forms. Use only the requested word or phrase, copy names and numbers carefully, and avoid unnecessary sentences.
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Directed-writing plan and response
Turn every bullet into a content point, choose the correct register, then write about 80–90 words using connectors and more than one time frame where relevant.
Step 312 min
Mark and improve
Check all content points, then improve one vocabulary choice, one structure and one accuracy error.
Plenary8 min
One-minute checklist
Confirm task completion, word range, register, tense and agreement.
Useful to have
Things you can make or find to help you revise this lesson:
- Question 1 form-filling practice sheets
- Question 2 directed-writing prompts
- Question 2 student checklist: Task Completion and Range and Accuracy
Stretch challenge
Complete a second directed-writing task in a contrasting register, then explain which vocabulary and structures changed.
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Plenary
Finish with a quick check and one clear next step.
Key takeaways
- Complete Paper 4 Question 1 form filling accurately with single words or short phrases
- Plan and complete Question 2 directed writing in approximately 80–90 words
- Apply the Question 2 criteria: Task Completion and Range and Accuracy
- Grammar focus: Question 1 rewards exact factual language. Question 2 requires connected simple sentences, suitable register, clear time frames, accurate agreement and a useful range of vocabulary and structures.
Final check
Complete one five-item form and one 80–90-word directed response. Self-assess Question 2 out of 10: Task Completion 5 and Range and Accuracy 5.
Optional follow-up
Complete another 80–90-word directed-writing task. Highlight where each bullet point is answered.
Confidence check
How secure do you feel after this lesson?
Remember: quick revision works best when you revisit weak vocabulary and correct errors, not when you try to complete everything in one sitting.