Practice Techniques for Effective Expression and Coherence - 2.1.4 | Module 2: Developing Composition Skills | ICSE Grade 9 English
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2.1.4 - Techniques for Effective Expression and Coherence

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

List three different types of sentences and provide an example of each.

💡 Hint: Remember, simple sentences have one independent clause.

Question 2

Easy

What does 'Show, Don't Tell' mean? Give an example.

💡 Hint: Think about how you can describe feelings through actions.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What is the purpose of varying sentence structure in writing?

  • To make writing boring
  • To engage the reader
  • To confuse the reader

💡 Hint: Think about what keeps a reader's attention.

Question 2

True or False: 'Show, Don't Tell' is a technique that focuses only on stating facts.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Remember, the goal is to make the reader feel the emotions.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Write a short essay on a topic of your choice, ensuring to incorporate equal measures of varied sentence structures, precise vocabulary, effective transitions, and clear logical organization. After writing, review your work, listing areas you could improve.

💡 Hint: Outline your main points first and think about how they relate to each other.

Question 2

Rewrite a poorly structured paragraph you have previously written, focusing on integrating varied sentence structures and transitions while enhancing clarity and impact.

💡 Hint: Break down the original paragraph and reconstruct it step-by-step with flow in mind.

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