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Which category does this fall under? ✔ There is a good range of vocabulary and grammar. They are used accurately.

LANGUAGE

Which category does this fall under? x There are mistakes that could make the text difficult or confusing for the reader.

LANGUAGE

Which category does this fall under? ✔ The writing is put together well. It is logical and ordered.

ORGANISATION

Which category does this fall under? x It is difficult for the reader to follow. It uses elements of organization which are not appropriate for the genre.

ORGANISATION

Which category does this fall under? ✔ The writing is appropriate for the task. The candidate used a style which is appropriate for the specific communicative context.

COMMUNICATE ACHIEVEMENT

Which category does this fall under? x They have written in a way that is not suitable-for example, using a very formal style in an email to a friend or ending an article with ‘Best wishes’.

COMMUNICATE ACHIEVEMENT

Which category does this fall under? ✔ The candidate answered the task. They have done what they were asked to do.

CONTENT

Which category does this fall under? x The candidate did not include everything they were asked to do. They have written something irrelevant.

CONTENT

Name 2 ways you can contrast an idea or argument.

In contrast,On the other hand, Alternatively, However,

It’s ok to introduce a new argument in the conclusion. True or False?

FALSE.

If you decide to use the opinions given in the essay exam task, just copy them. True or False?

FALSE. Use your own words.

You are given 3 opinions in the essay task. Is it obligatory to use them?

NO

How many areas are you given in an essay task?

THREE, but you should only discuss TWO.

How many areas should you discuss in an essay?

TWO

What should an essay physically look like?

It should be divided into clear paragraphs.

Will you be penalized if you write too many or too few words?

YES

Your introduction should state what p_____ you are going to discuss.

Points

Name 2 ways to refer back to something.

as mentioned earlier, as previously discussed,

Name 2 ways to give examples.

one example of this, for instance, take for example

Name 2 ways to give reasons for your opinions.

This is because, The main reason for this is, due to, because (of)

Name 2 ways to introduce the topic.

It is often claimed that, It is a commonly held view that, It is often said that, Many people feel that, We live in an age when, More and more,

Name at least 1 way to express a general view.

It is often said/felt/thought that, It is widely agreed/believed that,

Why is repetition particularly annoying for the reader?

It's boring and leaves a very bad impression on the reader.

Why is a run-on sentence particularly annoying for the reader?

It's hard to follow, confusing for the reader and annoying in general.

What is a run-on sentence?

a sentence that goes on and on and on

Name 5 more alternatives for the phrase ‘I think.’

I am inclined to think that, As far as I am concerned, It is my contention that, In my view, As I see it

Name 5 alternatives for the phrase ‘I think.’

As far as I can tell, In my opinion, In my view, Personally speaking, From my perspective, From my point of view, From my perspective, It is my belief that,

Think of 2 alternatives for the phrase ‘a lot of.’

This will depend on the context. Considerable, abundant, ample, several, numerous, myriad

Think of 2 alternatives for the word ‘good/great.’

This will depend on the context. Exceptional, extraordinary, fine, of high quality, of a high standard, superb, significant

What are the categories Cambridge uses to assess you marking?

CONTENT, COMMUNICATIVE ACHIEVEMENT, ORGANISATION and LANGUAGE

Name 4 ways to conclude an essay.

On the whole, To conclude, To sum up, On balance, All things considered, Taking everything into consideration, there are many good arguments for, All things con