Special Tertiary Admissions Test

Example of Written English

Candidates are asked to write two responses, in one hour, to two of eight set prompts.

Part A will be a more formal public affairs issue that invites argument. Part B will be a less formal topic that invites more personal reflection.

Examples of these prompts are;

Part A

Science and technology have brought many benefits, but they have also brought problems that may eventually negate those benefits.

Part B

It is better to burn out than to rust out.