Review (Grade 12 NSC Matric English FAL): Flashcards
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Definition of a review
Definition of a review
Writing offering thoughtful assessment backed by facts & opinion
Purpose of a review
Purpose of a review
Help others decide if worth their time, money, or energy
Balanced opinion in reviews
Balanced opinion in reviews
Present both positive & negative aspects fairly
Descriptive language in reviews
Descriptive language in reviews
Use vivid, specific details to paint clear picture
Three tasks of introduction
Three tasks of introduction
Identify subject, give background, state main opinion
Number of body paragraphs
Number of body paragraphs
Three paragraphs
Focus of each body paragraph
Focus of each body paragraph
Para 1: key features, Para 2: strengths, Para 3: weaknesses
Elements of conclusion
Elements of conclusion
Summarise key points, give recommendation, include rating
Word limit for review
Word limit for review
250-300 words
Common review pitfall to avoid
Common review pitfall to avoid
Writing one-sided reviews (only praise or only criticism)