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22nd August 1987

5 questions · Years 5-6 · 2790 questions in this band

1
Creative Writing Focus Set 3
Explain why a very short sentence can be effective immediately after a longer, more descriptive one.
2
Vocabulary in Context: Practice Set 2
'His apology, though brief, seemed entirely sincere.' Explain how the word 'though' helps you work out that 'sincere' has a positive meaning here despite the apology being short.
3
Spelling Error-Spot
Find the misspelled word and explain the rule that fixes it: 'The two teams begining their match were evenly matched.'
4
Persuasive and Discursive Writing Focus
Explain what 'direct address' means in persuasive writing, and give a short example.
5
Comprehension: Fiction Set 9
True or False: in the extract, Amara opens the office door herself.

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