A noun that refers to a thing that does not exist as a material object and can’t be perceived by the senses.

A form of a verb that ends in '-ing' that can show continuous action.

Well-thought out and developed. When applied to writing it means our writing is elevated in some way.

A word that modifies a verb or adjective, usually ending in -ly.

Revising key strategies to write effective descriptions

English

In 'Fiction: Science Fiction', pupils identify and comment on recurring images and symbolism in texts. In 'Fiction: Books that Changed my World', pupils explore multiple interpretations of an author's language choices.

In 'Fiction: Read Around the World', pupils identify and comment on a range of language devices in extracts from texts. In 'Fiction: Science Fiction Writing', pupils identify and comment on recurring images and symbolism in texts.

Fiction: science fiction writing

Depiction or discussion of famine, disease, natural disasters.

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

Jun changed the opening to his story so it began: 'Running wildly, the residents of Greenford attempted to flee the tornado.' Which of the below does he use at the beginning?

represents a pause or something left unsaid

Match the pieces of sophisticated punctuation to their purpose.

What adjective is being described here: 'Well-thought-out and developed. When applied to writing it means our writing is elevated in some way.'

Andeep is writing a story about a storm. He wants to include a semantic field based on 'awe' in his writing. What words would be appropriate for this?

What is being described here: 'A group of words related in some way.'

What is being described here: 'An active process that enables us to spot and correct errors in written work.'

What is being described here: 'a form of a verb that ends in -ing that can show continuous action.'

What is being described here:  'The mood or feeling of a piece of writing.'

Content guidance

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

Adult supervision required

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