Singapore PSLE Chinese format

The MOE Chinese PSLE exam has four components: 

• Paper 1 Composition Writing, 

• Paper 2 Language Use and Comprehension, 

• Paper 3 Listening Comprehension, and 

• Paper 4 Oral Communication  

1. Paper 1: Composition Writing (50min,40 marks,20%) 

• Students are given a choice between a Picture Composition (看图作文) or a Topic-Based Composition (命题作文) . 

• The essay is assessed on content (20 marks) and language (20 marks).

2. Paper 2: Language Use and Comprehension (1 hour 40 mins, 90 marks, 45%) 

• This paper includes multiple-choice questions, cloze passages, and comprehension questions.

• It assesses students' understanding of grammar, vocabulary, and reading comprehension.

3. Paper 3: Listening Comprehension (30 min, 20 marks, 10%) 

• This component tests students' ability to understand spoken Mandarin.

4. Paper 4: Oral Communication (10 min, 50 marks, 25%) 

• It includes a reading section and a conversation section.

• The conversation section may involve responding to a short video.

• Preparation time for the oral exam is longer due to the video component.

In total, the Chinese PSLE exam is worth 200 marks. 

Do I need Chinese tuition to score well in Chinese? 

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Our well-structured program helps students identify their weaknesses and provides numerous opportunities for practice, ultimately boosting their confidence in both writing and oral communication.

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