Writing and Presenting (Grade 10 NSC Matric English FAL): Quizzes
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What is the main goal of a descriptive essay?
What is the main goal of a descriptive essay?
To form clear mental images
What does 'showing' rather than 'telling' mean in descriptive writing?
What does 'showing' rather than 'telling' mean in descriptive writing?
Using rich, specific details
Which example shows a simile?
Which example shows a simile?
Clouds moved like cotton wool
What is personification?
What is personification?
Giving human qualities to things
Which senses should you use in descriptive writing?
Which senses should you use in descriptive writing?
All five senses
How many paragraphs should the body of a descriptive essay have at minimum?
How many paragraphs should the body of a descriptive essay have at minimum?
At least three paragraphs
What is the main purpose of the introduction?
What is the main purpose of the introduction?
Set stage & capture attention
What should you avoid in the conclusion?
What should you avoid in the conclusion?
Introducing new information
What is the required word limit for a descriptive essay?
What is the required word limit for a descriptive essay?
250-300 words
Which verb is a stronger alternative to 'walked'?
Which verb is a stronger alternative to 'walked'?
Trudged