The writing style is reflective of the grammar and lexicon of the spoken language. Writers show evidence of the control of the syntax in noncomplex sentences and in basic inflectional morphology, such as declensions or conjugations. Writing is best defined as a collection of discrete sentences, since there is little evidence of conscious organization. They can take down simple notes, such as telephone messages. They can create statements or questions based on familiar material.
Most sentences are recombinations of learned vocabulary and structures.
They are written mostly in present time with occasional and often incorrect uses of past time. Writing tends to be a collection of simple sentences loosely strung together, often in a list-like manner. Vocabulary is limited to common objects and routine activities, but is adequate to express elementary needs. Writing topics are based on basic personal information and predictable, concrete topics tied to limited language experience. There are basic errors in grammar, word choice, punctuation, spelling, and in the formation and use of nonalphabetic symbols.