Preliminary English Writing Flashcards

You are writing a short story for the PET exam. Which sentence best opens a narrative?

Answer: It was a dark and stormy night when everything changed.

A strong narrative opening sets the scene and creates immediate interest with specific details.

In PET writing, what does 'cohesion' mean?

Answer: Using linking words so sentences flow logically together

Cohesion refers to how well ideas connect using linking words like 'however,' 'therefore,' and 'in addition.'

Which word best completes this sentence? 'She was ______ tired to finish her homework.'

Answer: too

'Too' is correct before an adjective when it means 'excessively,' as in 'too tired to do something.'

A PET Writing Part 2 task asks you to write an article. What should your article include?

Answer: A title, an introduction, main points, and a conclusion

Articles for PET should have a clear structure: a catchy title, engaging introduction, developed body, and conclusion.

Which sentence uses correct punctuation?

Answer: Although it was raining, we decided to go.

When a subordinate clause begins a sentence, a comma separates it from the main clause.

In an informal email to a friend, which opening is most appropriate for PET?

Answer: Hi Sam, Hope you're doing well!

Informal emails use casual greetings like 'Hi' or 'Hey' with the person's first name.

Which transition word best shows contrast between two ideas?

Answer: However

'However' introduces a contrasting idea, while the others add, conclude, or compare ideas.