Starter quiz

  • Which 'B' word describes newspapers with high news content which tend to have a more serious tone and more in-depth analysis?
    • 'Broadsheet' ✓
  • Which of the following are features of a tabloid newspaper?
    • Images  ✓
    • Serious tone
    • Simple language  ✓
    • Lighter tone  ✓
  • What is the purpose of this task: 'Write a letter to a headteacher where you express your viewpoint on homework'?
    • Inform
    • Entertain
    • Persuade  ✓
    • Advise
  • Which of the following are examples of where a serious style, tone and register would be appropriate?
    • Writing an email to friends about a holiday
    • Writing a letter to your MP about climate change  ✓
    • Writing a speech to give at a wedding
    • Writing a speech to school governors about extra curricular activities  ✓
  • Which of these would you not find in a single paragraph outline?
    • Topic sentence
    • Summary sentence
    • Supporting detail
    • Developed analytical comments  ✓
  • What is the purpose of considering the "form" of a piece of writing?
    • To impress readers with elaborate language.
    • To express the writer's personality and emotions.
    • To ensure language is appropriate, organised, and effectively communicates.  ✓
    • To create a unique, unconventional writing style.
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