Grammar & Vocabulary
What is a collective noun? Give an example.
What is a metaphor? Give an example.
(Extract A) What emotion is the character feeling?
Emotion: nervousness, shock, or confusion.
What is the purpose of a conclusion in an essay?
A conclusion summarizes main points and leaves the reader with a strong final impression.
Who wrote Romeo and Juliet?
William Shakespeare
Identify the main clause: "Although it was late, she continued working."
Main clause: “she continued working.”
Identify the technique: "The wind howled through the trees."
Personification – the wind is given human qualities.
(Extract A) Identify a phrase that shows atmosphere.
“The kitchen clock ticked loudly in the silence” – builds suspense/quiet tension.
Improve this sentence: “It was really good and I liked it.”
Name two genres of fiction.
e.g., Mystery, Fantasy, Historical Fiction
Correct the error: "The team are winning the match."
Corrected: “The team is winning the match.” – “Team” is singular.
What is the effect of repetition in a speech or poem?
Repetition emphasizes key ideas or emotions, often used to persuade or intensify mood.
(Extract B) What does the writer suggest about the boy’s actions?
Jake’s actions suggest caution, nervous curiosity, and possibly fear.
Name two connectives used in persuasive writing.
Connectives: “Furthermore”, “On the other hand”
What is the difference between fiction and non-fiction?
What is the difference between “who” and “whom”? Use each in a sentence.
"Who” is a subject; “whom” is an object. Examples: “Who is calling?”, “To whom did you speak?”
Explain how contrast is used to highlight a character’s emotions.
Contrast shows conflicting feelings, e.g., between joy and sadness, or bravery and fear.
(Extract B) How does the writer create tension in the final two lines?
Tension is built through short sentences, sensory imagery (e.g., "cold metal handle"), and suspense (door creaking).
Write a short introduction for an article titled “Should students wear school uniforms?”
(Sample) “School uniforms are a topic of much debate. While some believe they create unity, others think they limit expression.”
Name one famous English poet and one of their poems.
Define the word “reluctant” and use it in a descriptive sentence.
Reluctant = unwilling or hesitant. Example: “She was reluctant to join the game after her last mistake.”
Identify and explain two devices in this line: “Her smile was sunshine on a cloudy day.”
Metaphor (“Her smile was sunshine”) and contrast (“sunshine” vs. “cloudy day”).
(Extract B) Identify a language technique and explain its effect.
“His breath caught” – shows fear. Technique: imagery, short syntax. Effect: builds suspense.
Identify one persuasive technique in the sample paragraph and explain its effect.
Technique: Rhetorical question.
Sample: Engages the reader and prompts them to reflect. It subtly guides the audience toward the writer’s position without directly stating it.
What is a novel’s theme? Give an example from a book you’ve read.