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Commonwealth essay competition

CLASS B - Born 1992-1993

1200-1500 words

All questions can be answered by writing an essay or a story which explores the topic in an interesting and relevant way.

1. “You have to have a dream or you go nowhere.” (Kofi Annan)

2. An inter-galactic market research company is canvassing opinions on whether Planet Earth is suitable material for “first contact”. What do you think?

3. What advice would you give to a family living with teenagers?

4. EITHER This is where I live OR These are the things which make me who I am.

5. Blue.

6. The Commonwealth Question (see details below).


For those who wish to enter the competition, submit your entries by Friday latest. The deadline has actually past ( Monday) but we've been given a little levity. I will give you the entry/application form.

Good luck!


Mr. Zaid