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For starters, check out this clip from Masterchef. What techniques do the judges use to describe things in positive and negative ways?
For our main course, check out this great link Mr. Kelly shared with me. This young, Scottish girl caused a bit of a controversy for blogging about the state of the meals in her school's canteen.
Finally, for dessert, have a go at writing a Question 5 style account titled: A Really Memorable Meal.
Holly Hill, an athlete for Cambridge offered some of her thoughts and feelings and the race and its significance for women. What does she think and feel? Why?
Two years ago, a protester interrupted the race. Look how newspapers used headings and subheadings to report the story. Compare how they've used language for effect. Have a look at these easier headings for some quick practice.
First: here is the transcript to the video above. The questions ask you to consider how language is used to convey thoughts and feelings about this place.
Up second: Find out what's wrong with The Island with a Dangerous Past. Read the article and complete the 'thoughts and feelings' activity that follows. Stay safe.
Take a look at this fact sheet and see if you can find the information in the questions (Q1) Have a look at how the eclipse was reported in the news in the PowerPoint below. How are the heading, subheading and image effective? (Q2)
Below, you have links to the article itself, the mark scheme and a video of an A* response, with comments explaining exactly how to earn maximum marks. The videos might not be the most thrilling, but they are incredibly helpful. Have a watch and then have a go; use what you've learned to write your own perfect response.
Start with questions 5 and 6. Focus your response on the demands of each question; consider the purpose and audience.
Tests aren't fun... Unless you are confident in your success.
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