Many SPM 1119/2 candidates often approach article writing with uncertainty because they have little or no idea about the different purpose of each task in an article. Instead of recognising that an article can be written to inform, persuade, advise, explain, or even entertain, many pupils simply see it as another essay task. This lack of awareness leads to vague introductions, weak arguments, and conclusions that fail to leave an impact. Without clarity on purpose, their writ