Podcast
Questions and Answers
Circle the ______ that need to be referred to.
Circle the ______ that need to be referred to.
paragraphs
Underline examples of ______ in each paragraph.
Underline examples of ______ in each paragraph.
imagery
Select three examples from each ______ and comment on the connotations of the words.
Select three examples from each ______ and comment on the connotations of the words.
paragraph
Read the question and identify the ______, audience, purpose, and perspective.
Read the question and identify the ______, audience, purpose, and perspective.
Signup and view all the answers
Write up your response, ensuring it is clear, fluent, and ______ accurate.
Write up your response, ensuring it is clear, fluent, and ______ accurate.
Signup and view all the answers
The English Language Paper 1 is ______ hours long.
The English Language Paper 1 is ______ hours long.
Signup and view all the answers
Text A is used for questions ______-e in the English Language Paper 1.
Text A is used for questions ______-e in the English Language Paper 1.
Signup and view all the answers
When answering question 1f, it is important to write a ______ in your own words.
When answering question 1f, it is important to write a ______ in your own words.
Signup and view all the answers
In question 1f, the summary should be written in ______ person.
In question 1f, the summary should be written in ______ person.
Signup and view all the answers
When answering question 2a-c, make sure to take note of the ______ given for each question.
When answering question 2a-c, make sure to take note of the ______ given for each question.
Signup and view all the answers
Study Notes
English Language Paper 1 Overview
- The paper is 2 hours long and consists of 80 marks.
- There are three short texts to read, with Text A for questions 1a-e, Text B for question 1f, and Text C for questions 2 and 3.
Question 1a-e
- These are reading comprehension questions that test understanding of explicit and implicit meaning, ability to select relevant information, and understanding of the text.
- How to answer:
- Read the text and ensure understanding.
- Read the questions carefully and take note of the marks given.
- Identify the specific instructions and directions.
- Do not write too much, only answer what is required for the number of marks given.
- Ensure understanding of the specific instructions and what is being asked.
Question 1f
- This is a summary question that tests understanding of both explicit and implicit meaning, ability to select relevant information, and writing skills.
- How to answer:
- Read the question and underline the focus.
- Read the text and highlight relevant information.
- Make a brief 10-point plan in your own words.
- Write up your summary, ensuring it is formal, third-person, and factual.
- Check spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
Question 2a-c
- These are short answer questions that test understanding of both explicit and implicit meaning, ability to select relevant information, and understanding of the text.
- How to answer:
- Read the text and make brief notes.
- Read the questions carefully and take note of the marks given.
- Ensure understanding of the specific instructions and what is being asked.
- Do not write too much, only answer what is required for the number of marks given.
Question 2d
- This is a language question that tests understanding of language, ability to comment on the effects of language, and ability to select and comment on imagery.
- How to answer:
- Read the question and think about the focus.
- Read the text and circle the paragraphs that need to be referred to.
- Make an overview statement for each paragraph.
- Underline examples of imagery in each paragraph.
- Select three examples from each paragraph and comment on the connotations of the words, the effect on the reader, and how the writer achieves the effect.
Question 3
- This is an extended response question that tests ability to understand, infer, and predict, as well as writing skills.
- How to answer:
- Read the question and identify the form, audience, purpose, and perspective.
- Re-read the text and highlight relevant information.
- Plan your answer, ensuring it meets the requirements of the bullet points.
- Write up your response, ensuring it is clear, fluent, and grammatically accurate.
- Check your work, ensuring it meets the success criteria.
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
Description
This quiz is an overview of English Language Paper 1, a 2-hour exam with 80 marks, consisting of reading comprehension questions on three short texts. Questions test explicit and implicit meaning, information selection, and text understanding.
