Starter quiz

  • Which of the following is the best description of the phrase "to take a stand"?
    • to stand up straight and look directly ahead
    • to express a strong opinion on a particular issue  ✓
    • to give up a position or post that you hold
    • to take a break from work or an activity
  • In which of the following media would you expect to find an article?
    • television
    • radio
    • newspaper  ✓
    • playlist
  • What word beginning with T is used for the name of a piece of writing?
    • 'title' ✓
  • Which of the following is not a feature of a magazine article?
    • lengthy and in depth analysis
    • eye catching visuals and photographs
    • topics of either current or specialised interest
    • concise information only presented in list form  ✓
  • Which of the following words do we use when we want to explain our reasons?
    • therefore
    • because  ✓
    • besides
    • however
  • When we try to convince someone that we are right, we are trying to __________ them.
    • inform
    • persuade  ✓
    • educate
    • entertain
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