Grammar
What tense do I use when I want to mention an action that happened before another? Give an example
Past perfect. Example: "I had already gone to bed when you called me last night".
(Other examples from students)
Acceptable greeting, Yes or No:
Dear friend,
How are you? I was so happy to hear from you yesterday.
No.
Dear (name), ...
What is a blizzard?
Severe snowfall with high winds
Change the following from formal to informal:
"They are unable to attend the meeting due to a delayed flight"
"They cannot come to the get-together because their flight is late".
How many paragraphs should a SMA have? Name them.
Minimum 4.
Introduction x1
Main body x2
Conclusion
Change the sentence to past perfect:
By the time I ______ (to be) 19 years old, I _______ (visited) already 3 different continents.
By the time I was 19 years old, I had already visited 3 different continents.
Yes or NO:
You should start an ADVICE letter with an apology.
No.
What is the meaning of "roar"?
To yell/shout loudly like an animal
Change the following from formal to informal:
a)furthermore, b) for instance, c) due to
a) and/also/too/plus
b) like
c) because/so
Should the title and introduction paragraph reveal my opinion on the topic? Yes/No, why?
No. It should create interest and gently introduce the topic.
Correct the sentence:
According to Professor Walters, average wash can use 35L of water every kilo of clothes.
According to Professor Walters, AN average wash can use 35L of water FOR every kilo of clothes.
Name three acceptable salutations for an IGCSE exam.
Yours, Love, With love
What is the meaning of "Qualifications"?
Your education and skills for a job.
Change the following from formal to informal or semi-formal:
a) aside from/except, b) hence, c) conversely
a) unless/however/although/apart from
b) therefore/consequently/because
c) instead of/in the same way/equally
What can I do to make sure my article doesn't sound like an essay?
I can avoid: IELTS type sentences, sounding too serious, using formal vocabulary and linkers.
I can use: idioms, colloquialisms, rhetorical questions
What is the difference between a complex and a compound sentence?
Complex: One complete (independent) and one incomplete (dependent) clause often joined together with a linker
Compound: Two complete (independent) clauses often joined together with a linker.
Name the 5 parts of an informal email/letter.
Greeting, Introduction, Main Body, Ending, Signature
An environment with sun, air, soil, water and animals is called "an ........"
Ecosystem
Give 3 linkers that indicate illustration: (any formality)
Such as, illustrated by, for example, like in the case of, for instance
What 3 things should I include in my conclusion?
a) You need to sum up your points (short summary), b) give your final opinion, c) give 'food for thought'
Multiple Choice:Which one is a complex sentence?
A) Tina was upset that someone had broken into her house and stole her money.
B) Although the movie was very long, it was still enjoyable.
C) She had a cold coffee and I had a hot one.
B.
Is this a good introduction? Yes/No, why?
Dear Jane,
I feel really sorry for not writing to you sooner. It's because I was busy with my homework.
Asking about the friend's health and show personalisation before writing about yourself.
What is a hyperbole?
A figure of speech showing exaggeration.
Give 3 linkers that indicate contrast: (any formality)
instead of, on the other hand, however, unlike, yet, even though, alternatively
What are one-sided and two-sided articles? How should I choose when to write a one-sided or a two-sided article?
If you know a lot about the topic and can weigh up the pros and cons, then go for two-sided. If you’re not too knowledgeable about it, stick to one-sided.