Reaction or Opinion Piece (Leaving Cert German): Quizzes
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What is the reaction or opinion piece in the Leaving Cert German exam?
What is the reaction or opinion piece in the Leaving Cert German exam?
Primary extended writing at Higher Level
What is the recommended word count for a reaction piece at Higher Level?
What is the recommended word count for a reaction piece at Higher Level?
150-200 words
What must you include in your introduction?
What must you include in your introduction?
A reference to the provided text
How many well-supported arguments should your main body develop?
How many well-supported arguments should your main body develop?
Two to three arguments
What tone should you use throughout your response?
What tone should you use throughout your response?
Formal but confident
Which topic area commonly appears in reaction pieces?
Which topic area commonly appears in reaction pieces?
Social issues like climate change
What should you do before starting to write?
What should you do before starting to write?
Decide on 2-3 main points
How should you demonstrate linguistic variety?
How should you demonstrate linguistic variety?
Show a range of tenses
What should you prioritise: clarity or complexity?
What should you prioritise: clarity or complexity?
Clarity with accurate German
What phrase can you use to reference the provided text?
What phrase can you use to reference the provided text?
ich habe gelesen, dass...
Which phrase is appropriate for concluding your opinion piece?
Which phrase is appropriate for concluding your opinion piece?
abschließend
What is a common grammar error to check for?
What is a common grammar error to check for?
Incorrect word order after 'obwohl'
How can you show sophisticated thinking in your argument?
How can you show sophisticated thinking in your argument?
Briefly mention a counterpoint