Lesson AO5-3

AO5-3 Organise ideas with structural and grammatical features for cohesion Quiz: AQA English Language, Unit 3

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The 20 questions

  1. What does AO5 organising information and ideas require of a writer?

    • Logical structure
    • Decorative phrasing
    • Long paragraphs
    • Complex vocabulary

  2. Which term describes a word like 'however' that links ideas together?

    • Abstract noun
    • Dynamic verb
    • Discourse marker
    • Subordinating conjunction

  3. Which connective best shows a contrast between two points?

    • Furthermore
    • Similarly
    • Therefore
    • However

  4. Which connective best shows a consequence?

    • Although
    • Therefore
    • However
    • Meanwhile

  5. What is the sentence that states the main idea of a paragraph called?

    • Main clause
    • Thesis statement
    • Topic sentence
    • Hook sentence

  6. Which feature best supports cohesion across a whole written response?

    • Linked paragraphs
    • Descriptive adjectives
    • Complex sentences
    • Varied punctuation

  7. Which grammatical feature helps link two clauses inside a single sentence?

    • Coordinating adverb
    • Prepositional phrase
    • Subordinating conjunction
    • Proper noun

  8. A paragraph jumps between unrelated ideas. What structural fix is best?

    • Topic sentences
    • Shorter sentences
    • Exclamation marks
    • More adjectives

  9. What is the main purpose of a conclusion in an extended response?

    • Overall judgement
    • Catchy hook
    • Detailed anecdote
    • New evidence

  10. Which cohesive device refers back to a previously mentioned idea?

    • Dialogue tag
    • Relative clause
    • Passive verb
    • Pronoun reference

  11. Which sentence order best builds a persuasive argument?

    • Claim then reason
    • Example then question
    • Counter then query
    • Conclusion then hook

  12. What is the structural effect of using a list of three points?

    • Memorable pattern
    • Abrupt ending
    • Random variation
    • Complex narrative

  13. Which paragraph structure creates the strongest cohesion in writing?

    • Dialogue and action
    • Question and quote
    • Topic and link
    • Hook and climax

  14. Which connective best introduces an additional point?

    • Furthermore
    • Consequently
    • Nevertheless
    • Otherwise

  15. A writer uses 'Firstly, Secondly, Finally'. What effect does this create?

    • Informal tone
    • Suspenseful pacing
    • Clear organisation
    • Emotional depth

  16. Which choice is the most cohesive way to link two paragraphs?

    • Starting afresh
    • Developing ideas
    • Using dialogue
    • Changing topic

  17. Which of these is a mistake in organising a written response?

    • Logical sequencing
    • Clear paragraphing
    • Effective signposting
    • Premature conclusion

  18. What is the best way to show a sequence of events?

    • Complex vocabulary
    • Passive voice
    • Short sentences
    • Time markers

  19. What is moving logically from cause to effect in writing called?

    • Structural fragmentation
    • Sequential cohesion
    • Semantic shifting
    • Chronological framing

  20. What is the primary purpose of phrases like 'This shows' and 'This means'?

    • Introducing dialogue
    • Building cohesion
    • Creating contrast
    • Signposting setting

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