Lesson W4
W4 Transactional, persuasive and discursive writing (Component 2 Section B) Quiz: WJEC Eduqas English Language, Unit 2
20 questions
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Lesson W4, Transactional, persuasive and discursive writing (Component 2 Section B): 20 multiple choice questions for the WJEC Eduqas GCSE English Language (C700), Unit 2: Writing, written with Revision Ninja.
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The 20 questions
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How many compulsory tasks does Section B of Component 2 contain?
- Two
- Four
- Three
- One
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How many marks is each Component 2 Section B task worth?
- 30 marks
- 10 marks
- 20 marks
- 40 marks
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What writing styles are tested in Component 2 Section B?
- Narrative and epic
- Poetry and drama
- Fiction and script
- Transactional and persuasive
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Which text type is an example of transactional writing?
- Lyrical poem
- Personal diary
- Letter of complaint
- Short ghost story
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What is the primary purpose of a discursive text?
- Describing a scene
- Telling a story
- Weighing multiple viewpoints
- Promoting a product
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Which feature is essential in a persuasive article?
- Fictional narrative
- Chronological recount
- Supported viewpoint
- Neutral summary
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Under the adaptation requirement for transactional writing, what must a writer adapt their style to?
- Length and vocabulary
- Spelling and grammar
- Form and context
- Font and layout
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Which text type evaluates a subject with a verdict on its strengths and weaknesses?
- A news report
- An instruction leaflet
- A formal speech
- A review
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What tone and style best suits a formal letter requesting a policy change from a headteacher?
- Respectful and reasoned
- Casual and humorous
- Poetic and metaphorical
- Aggressive and demanding
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What is a key stylistic feature of a public speech delivered to a local council?
- Slang expressions
- Direct address
- Rhyming couplets
- Third-person detachment
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Which technique is most suitable for a persuasive article targeting teenagers?
- Archaic terminology
- Complex legal jargon
- Relatable examples
- Academic citations
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What is the most appropriate overall structure for a balanced discursive essay?
- Chronological diary
- Weighing both sides
- One-sided promotion
- Pure fictional narrative
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Which opening device best suits a restaurant review?
- Fictional flashback
- Legal disclaimer
- Atmospheric hook
- Statistical table
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Which pronoun choice helps build a sense of shared purpose in a formal school speech?
- Exclusive 'I'
- Inclusive 'we'
- Dismissive 'you'
- Distant 'they'
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What type of evidence makes a persuasive argument about a local issue most credible?
- Unfounded opinions
- Fictional anecdotes
- Specific statistics
- Vague rumours
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Which opening best suits a persuasive article arguing a specific viewpoint?
- A dictionary definition
- A recipe list
- A striking fact
- A blank page
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How many viewpoints does persuasive writing typically present?
- Zero viewpoints
- One viewpoint
- Balanced viewpoints
- Multiple viewpoints
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What makes a discursive article balanced?
- Aggressive rhetoric
- Fair opposing arguments
- Exclusively one side
- Personal bias
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When using rhetorical questions in a persuasive letter, what must they be supported by?
- Random guesses
- Irrelevant facts
- Sound reasoning
- Pure emotion
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Why do speeches require different stylistic conventions compared to articles?
- Different alphabet rules
- Required illustrations
- Word count limits
- Spoken delivery needs
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