CPE Writing Skills 2

Question 1

What distinguishes a CPE-level 'proposal' from a 'report' in Writing Part 2?

Accepted Answer

A proposal recommends future action while a report describes current or past situations

Answer

A proposal focuses on recommending future actions or changes, while a report typically describes a current situation or analyzes past events.

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of a 'discourse marker' used in CPE essay writing?

Accepted Answer

Furthermore

Answer

Discourse markers like 'furthermore,' 'however,' and 'consequently' link ideas and signal relationships between arguments in a text.

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of a 'review' in CPE Writing Part 2?

Accepted Answer

To evaluate and give an opinion about a book, film, or experience

Answer

A review evaluates a book, film, restaurant, or experience, sharing the writer's informed opinion with a specific audience.

Question 4

In CPE writing assessment, what does 'task achievement' refer to?

Accepted Answer

How well the content addresses all aspects of the task prompt

Answer

Task achievement assesses how fully and appropriately the writing responds to all the requirements set out in the prompt.

Question 5

What is 'hedging language' in CPE academic writing?

Accepted Answer

Language that softens claims and acknowledges uncertainty

Answer

Hedging language (e.g., 'it could be argued,' 'this may suggest') softens assertions and shows awareness that claims are not absolute.

CPE - Certificate of Proficiency in English Practice Test