Starter quiz

  • Which words best describe the kinds of case that Sherlock Holmes might want to take on?
    • simple
    • challenging  ✓
    • unusual  ✓
    • straightforward
  • Match the sections of a persuasive letter to their purpose or meaning.
    • salutation
      ⇔
      to greet the recipient of the letter ✓
    • introduction
      ⇔
      to explain the purpose of the letter ✓
    • conclusion
      ⇔
      to persuade the recipient to act ✓
    • sign-off
      ⇔
      to give your name and say goodbye ✓
  • Where in a persuasive letter would we most likely find the key reasons why we think the issue should be investigated?
    • introduction
    • paragraph 1  ✓
    • paragraph 2  ✓
    • conclusion
  • Which persuasive language feature has been used in the following sentence? 'I look forward to hearing how you plan on helping.'
    • flattery
    • presumption  ✓
    • veiled threat
    • rhetorical question
  • Which persuasive language feature has been used in the following sentence? 'I am certain that you are the only person capable of resolving this matter.'
    • flattery  ✓
    • veiled threat
    • rhetorical question
    • presumption
  • Which of the following is a rhetorical question?
    • It would be a shame if anything were to happen to them.
    • Wouldn't it be a shame if something were to happen to them?  ✓
    • Will something happen to them?
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