KS2 SATs KS2 Writing Skills & Vocabulary 4

Question 1

What does TIPTOP stand for as a guide to starting new paragraphs?

Accepted Answer

Time, Idea, Place, Topic, Opinion, Person

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Topic, Introduction, Point, Theme, Opening, Paragraph

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Time, Information, People, Topic, Opinion, Pace

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Title, Introduction, Plot, Theme, Order, Purpose

Question 2

What is an 'embedded clause' and how is it punctuated?

Accepted Answer

A clause inserted into the middle of a sentence, surrounded by commas or brackets

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A clause at the end of a sentence, preceded by a comma

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A clause at the start of a sentence

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A clause that stands alone

Question 3

What effect does using the second person ('you') have in persuasive writing?

Accepted Answer

It directly addresses the reader, making the argument feel personal

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It makes the text seem fictional

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It shows the writer is uncertain

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It makes the text more formal

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of a complex sentence?

Accepted Answer

Although it was raining, the children played outside.

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The dog barked.

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The dog barked and the cat ran.

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The dog and the cat played.

Question 5

What is the 'PEED' structure used in analytical writing?

Accepted Answer

Point, Example, Explanation, Developer

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Point, Evidence, Effect, Done

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Plan, Edit, Evaluate, Develop

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Paragraph, Example, Effect, Detail

Question 6

Why do writers use the rule of three?

Accepted Answer

To create a rhythm and emphasise a point using three related ideas

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Because lists of three items look neat

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To fill up a paragraph

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To avoid using commas