How to Write a "Klausur"

This section provides detailed guidance on writing a Klausur, which is a crucial skill for students in the Oberstufe.

Comprehension, Orientation, and Context

• Focus on answering the question without providing a full summary
• Avoid personal opinions and quotations in this section

Analysis

The analysis is highlighted as the most important part of the text, typically accounting for 40-50% of the content mark.

Key points for writing an effective analysis include:

1. Begin with a sentence that directly answers the question, using keywords from the prompt
2. Use simple present tense unless specifically instructed otherwise
3. Write in complete, coherent sentences and avoid bullet points
4. Follow the given order when answering multi-part questions
5. Start new paragraphs for each new question part
6. Address unknown words by using German equivalents in quotation marks
7. Keep answers concise and to the point (KISS principle - Keep It Short and Simple)
8. Use a neutral register, avoiding informal language and slang
9. Properly format additions and insertions using circled superscript numbers
10. Plan your layout before writing to minimize changes

Example: When quoting, use the format: "This is a quotation." (l. 11) or (ll. 12-15) for multiple lines.

Highlight: Personal opinions should not be included in the analysis unless explicitly requested by the question.

The guide emphasizes the importance of supporting all statements and quotations with proper parenthetical citations, providing detailed instructions on how to format these references correctly.

Definition: Klausur - A written examination or test, typically of significant length and importance in the German education system.

This comprehensive section provides students with a solid foundation for structuring and writing their Klausuren, addressing common pitfalls and offering clear guidelines for success in Englisch mündliche Prüfung Diskussion Beispiel and Written discussion example tasks.