Daily Practice - 11+ Entrance
3rd February 1996
- 1Creative Writing Focus Set 3
Explain why a very short sentence can be effective immediately after a longer, more descriptive one.
- 2Vocabulary in Context: Practice Set 2
'The ancient manuscript was so brittle that the librarian handled it with gloved hands.' 'Brittle' most likely describes an object that is: A) flexible and strong B) easily broken or cracked C) freshly made D) waterproof
- 3Spelling Error-Spot
Find the misspelled word and explain why the usual 'i before e except after c' rule does not straightforwardly apply: 'The parcel felt surprisingly heavy for its size, so Sam checked the wieght on the label.'
- 4Persuasive and Discursive Writing Focus
Explain what 'direct address' means in persuasive writing, and give a short example.
- 5Comprehension: Fiction Set 9
'Through the frosted glass she could make out shapes moving, but no words reached her.' What does this sentence suggest about how much Amara could understand of what was happening inside?
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