Whole text structure: non-fiction (Edexcel GCSE English Language): Quizzes
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What are the three main purposes of text structure in non-fiction writing?
What are the three main purposes of text structure in non-fiction writing?
Develop ideas, create tone, guide readers
What two key functions do headings perform in non-fiction texts?
What two key functions do headings perform in non-fiction texts?
Capture attention & reveal bias
What do strong, emotive words like 'dangers' or 'threats' in headings signal?
What do strong, emotive words like 'dangers' or 'threats' in headings signal?
The writer's stance on an issue
What three tasks must an effective opening accomplish?
What three tasks must an effective opening accomplish?
Grab attention, set context, intro purpose
When do readers typically decide whether to continue reading a text?
When do readers typically decide whether to continue reading a text?
Within the first few sentences
Which techniques do successful openings commonly use to draw readers in?
Which techniques do successful openings commonly use to draw readers in?
Statistics, questions, vivid descriptions
How do authors maintain engagement throughout the development section?
How do authors maintain engagement throughout the development section?
Vary evidence, shift tone, show balance
Why is variety essential in the development section of non-fiction texts?
Why is variety essential in the development section of non-fiction texts?
Readers can become bored or overwhelmed
What do effective conclusions do rather than simply summarising?
What do effective conclusions do rather than simply summarising?
Create lasting impact with specific techniques
What should writers avoid doing in their conclusions?
What should writers avoid doing in their conclusions?
Introducing entirely new information