Continuous Writing 1

Write a composition of at least 150 words about being hungry.

Read the model composition carefully. Choose the correct word or phrase from the box and
write its letter (A to M) in each blank.

A) Aroma D) heavenly G) queue J) look

B) Crispy E) boisterous H) squealed K) glance
C) enthusiasm F) imagining I) interest L) famished

I walked into the shopping centre and my stomach started growling. It churned
nothing but gastric juices; I rubbed my belly in a circular motion. I was (1) _____________.
I scanned the area and felt lost due to the number of unfamiliar faces around me. The
screams and giggles of (2) _____________ young children and the loud chatter of eager
shoppers filled the air. It was half past six and I had not had my lunch yet. Suddenly, there
was a rich, creamy smell of butter and caramel lingering in the air. I did not know where it
was coming from the decided to walk ahead to find the source of the delicious and enduring
(3) _____________. The smell grew stronger with each step I took. The display lights on
the signboard caught my attention and the shop made me feel nostalgic. I stared hard at the
name of the shop – Jojo’s. My eyes brightened at the sight of the mountain of light brown
pieces before me. That wonderful smell was actually popcorn! I felt hungrier than ever and I
wanted to sink my teeth into the popcorn so badly.

The popcorn was placed in various sections according to its flavour. I peered over the
shoulders of the children standing in front of me – caramel, cheese, butter, chocolate, salty,
honey. My mouth watered just (4) _____________ the popcorn on my tongue. The thought
of just allowing it to melt in my mouth seemed divine. I swallowed hard and told myself that
the (5) _____________ would shorten in no time. As minutes went by, I saw happy
customers meandering by with pleasure written all over their faces as they walked away.
“How long more will it take?” I thought to myself as I tapped my feet impatiently. “Three
more customers,” I muttered silently to myself, with anticipation written all over my face. I
stole a (6) _____________ at the popcorn out of the corner of my eye.

“Hello, boy. How may I help you?” the cashier greeted me with great (7)
_____________.
 “Can I have both the caramel and cheese popcorn?” I replied with a broad smile, trying
to avoid sounding desperate.

“Ok, hold on!” she replied cheerily.

The cashier, grabbed a paper bag and scooped the popcorn up, placing it delicately into
the bag. I (8) _____________ silently in delight at the sound of the paper bag rustling in
her hand.

“There you go! That would be fifteen dollars,” she said sweetly. I dug out my money,
handed it over and left the store speedily. I inspected the area around me and looked for a
place to sit. I opened the paper bag and the air around me was immediately filled with the
delicious smell of burnt sugar. The popcorn felt sticky. The (9) _____________ texture
made me want to savour it and wolf it down. I squealed in delight as I sank my teeth into the
crispy popcorn. It shattered into a million pieces. I took a moment to allow the popcorn to
melt and fill my mouth with its (10) _____________ taste. I licked my fingers thoroughly,
making sure I did not leave any trace of caramel.