IGCSE English Formats Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What key components are included in a News Report?

Headline (correct)

Setting

Problem

Climax

Which elements are part of a Narrative Essay?

Future

Characters (correct)

Quotations

Resolution (correct)

What is included in a Descriptive Essay?

Farewell (correct)

Setting (correct)

Introduction

Argument

Which of the following are components of an Argumentative Essay?

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What is an Argumentative Style characterized by?

A very one-sided view towards the argument. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a Discursive essay?

To provide a balanced view of both sides of the argument. Signup and view all the answers

What are the main elements of a Speech?

Conclusion Signup and view all the answers

What is the main structure of an Interview?

Q and A format between interviewer and interviewee. Signup and view all the answers

What components are typically found in a Magazine Article?

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What is the format for a Conversation?

No speech marks and speakers are indicated on the left margin. Signup and view all the answers

What key components should be included in a Letter?

Date, place, greetings, body paragraphs, and a sign-off. Signup and view all the answers

What are the characteristics of a Journal entry?

First person perspective and clear indication of time and place. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

News Report

Essential components include headline, news event details (who, what, when, where), and background context.
Incorporate a detailed description of the incident, ongoing developments, and potential future impacts.
Optional subheadings and quoted material from participants or witnesses enhance credibility.

Narrative Essay

Must establish a clear setting and introduce characters.
Develops a central problem leading to a climax and culminates in a resolution.

Descriptive Essay

Focuses on the setting and the sequence of the experience including positioning, approaching, arrival, and farewell.

Argumentative Essay

Starts with an introduction followed by presenting an alternate view and criticism of that view.
Writer’s perspective should be clear throughout the essay, leading to a strong conclusion.

Argumentative Style

Typically presents a one-sided argument that adheres to a general structure favoring one opinion.
The writer displays bias, catering to an audience that may oppose their viewpoint.

Discursive Purpose

Aims to present a balanced examination of both sides of an argument.
Generally more formal and impersonal in tone compared to other essay types.

Speech

Begin by greeting the audience based on hierarchy and thanking them for the opportunity to speak.
Organize the body of the speech clearly, before concluding and expressing gratitude again.

Interview

No quotation marks are needed; the format includes a clear Q&A structure without frequent intervals.

Magazine Article

Should cover a relevant topic, provide background information, and present a discussion leading to predictions and conclusions.

Conversation

Present speakers’ names on the left margin followed by a colon; maintain frequent exchanges between them.
Concludes informally, with no requirement for speech marks.

Letter

Requires a header with date and place, followed by a salutation.
Composed of structured paragraphs for the body, development, conclusion, future actions, and a closing signature.

Journal

Written in first person with the date prominently displayed.
Should capture a sense of time and place, adhering to a structure that often includes five paragraphs, though specific formatting is flexible.

Description

This quiz provides essential formats for IGCSE English writing, including news reports and narrative essays. Each format includes key components and structure for students to master their writing skills. Perfect for revision or as a study aid for the IGCSE syllabus.