Other Forms: Reviews, Guides and Leaflets Flashcards
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Which less common forms could appear in Question 5?
Reviews, guides and leaflets. None has been set recently, but non-fiction forms like these are allowed, so know their conventions just in case.
What is a review?
A piece judging how good something is (a film, restaurant, event, product), mixing brief description with a clear opinion and a verdict.
How could you structure a review?
A hook, brief context (what, where, who for), the strengths, the weaknesses, then a clear verdict or recommendation.
What is a guide, and what features does it use?
A text that explains or advises: a clear title, sections with subheadings, second person ("you"), practical tips and imperatives ("Start with…").
What features suit the text of a leaflet?
A clear title, short sections with subheadings, perhaps a few bullet points, and a closing next step (where to go, what to do). Write the text only; no pictures.
Should you lay out a leaflet in columns or boxes in the exam?
No. Write the text in order with subheadings. Drawing a layout wastes time and earns nothing.
What tone suits a guide or leaflet that advises?
Friendly and reassuring, with softer modal verbs ("you could", "it's worth…"). It shouldn't sound bossy.
Does a guide or review still need a point of view in Question 5?
Yes. Whatever the form, the task asks for your point of view on the statement. A guide or review must make that view clear.
Should you use bullet points in a Question 5 leaflet?
Sparingly. A short list can suit a leaflet, but most of the text should be full sentences, which show the sentence and punctuation range AO6 rewards.
How would a game review differ for a teen magazine and a broadsheet newspaper?
Teen magazine: lively, humorous, conversational. Broadsheet: more measured and analytical, considering wider issues such as price or the game's place in the culture.