Singapore Secondary 2 English Language (G1)

The Singapore Secondary 2 English Language (G1) syllabus is designed to equip students with fundamental English language skills. With the implementation of Full Subject-Based Banding (FSBB) from 2024, the previous streaming system (Normal (Technical), Normal (Academic), and Express) has been replaced with subject-level banding (G1, G2, and G3). Students are placed in different subject levels based on their performance. While the streaming system has changed, the exam format remains largely the same.

Exam Format:

While specific syllabus documents for the 2024 academic year are not readily available online, information based on previous years and general resources suggests the following:

• Paper 1: Writing: This paper typically involves editing and situational writing tasks. An example format includes editing (10 marks) and situational writing based on a visual stimulus (30 marks). The paper is type-written.
• Paper 2: Language Use and Comprehension: This paper typically includes sections on modified cloze passages, narrative/recount writing, and comprehension of non-narrative texts. Another format includes language use (20 marks) and comprehension (40 marks).

Curriculum Topics:

Specific details on the G1 curriculum are limited. However, based on resources for Secondary 2 English in general, the following topics are likely covered:

• Grammar: Parts of speech, sentence structure, verb tenses, subject-verb agreement.
• Vocabulary: Modified cloze passages in exams suggest a focus on vocabulary development.
• Reading Comprehension: Comprehending various text types, including narrative and non-narrative texts.
• Writing: Situational writing, narrative/recount writing, and likely continuous writing.

It's important to consult the official school resources or the Ministry of Education (MOE) website for the most up-to-date and detailed information on the syllabus.