Lessons for Composition — Developing a Writer’s Voice (HSC SSCE English Advanced): Quizzes
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What bodily signal indicates writing is working according to Smith's somatic testing approach?
What bodily signal indicates writing is working according to Smith's somatic testing approach?
Spine tingles & chest expansion
What percentage of voice development does the lyrical freedom stage comprise?
What percentage of voice development does the lyrical freedom stage comprise?
40%
What does Smith mean by a 'mongrel' voice in writing?
What does Smith mean by a 'mongrel' voice in writing?
A unique mix of styles & influences
How much of your original draft should you aim to cut during the macro control stage?
How much of your original draft should you aim to cut during the macro control stage?
20-30%
What is the main danger of the lyrical freedom stage?
What is the main danger of the lyrical freedom stage?
Romanticising your errors
In the free-write & audit cycle, how many words should you cut to after the initial draft?
In the free-write & audit cycle, how many words should you cut to after the initial draft?
300 words
What percentage of voice development does the hybrid maturity stage comprise?
What percentage of voice development does the hybrid maturity stage comprise?
20%
How many words should Part 1 (lyrical freedom hook) be in the 1,000-word Paper 2 template?
How many words should Part 1 (lyrical freedom hook) be in the 1,000-word Paper 2 template?
200 words
For Band 6+, what percentage of your writing should contain lyrical elements?
For Band 6+, what percentage of your writing should contain lyrical elements?
35%
How should exam time be distributed according to Smith's timing strategy?
How should exam time be distributed according to Smith's timing strategy?
6 min plan, 44 min draft, 10 min polish