Writing Skills Flashcards
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What distinguishes a CPE-level 'proposal' from a 'report' in Writing Part 2?
Answer: A proposal recommends future action while a report describes current or past situations
A proposal focuses on recommending future actions or changes, while a report typically describes a current situation or analyzes past events.
Which of the following is an example of a 'discourse marker' used in CPE essay writing?
Answer: Furthermore
Discourse markers like 'furthermore,' 'however,' and 'consequently' link ideas and signal relationships between arguments in a text.
What is the primary purpose of a 'review' in CPE Writing Part 2?
Answer: To evaluate and give an opinion about a book, film, or experience
A review evaluates a book, film, restaurant, or experience, sharing the writer's informed opinion with a specific audience.
In CPE writing assessment, what does 'task achievement' refer to?
Answer: How well the content addresses all aspects of the task prompt
Task achievement assesses how fully and appropriately the writing responds to all the requirements set out in the prompt.
What is 'hedging language' in CPE academic writing?
Answer: Language that softens claims and acknowledges uncertainty
Hedging language (e.g., 'it could be argued,' 'this may suggest') softens assertions and shows awareness that claims are not absolute.
Which structural element is essential in a CPE formal letter?
Answer: Appropriate salutation, body paragraphs, and formal close
A formal CPE letter requires a proper salutation (e.g., 'Dear Sir/Madam'), well-organized paragraphs, and a formal closing (e.g., 'Yours faithfully').