Paper 2: Section B Writing (Edexcel IGCSE English Language A: Paper 2: Poetry and Prose Texts and Imaginative Writing): Flashcards
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Fill in the gap: Imaginative writing needs to engage and ＿＿＿＿＿ your reader.
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Fill in the gap: Imaginative writing needs to engage and ＿＿＿＿＿ your reader.
Answer: entertain
Fill in the gap: A simple five-part narrative structure you can use to plan a story is Freytag's ＿＿＿＿＿.
Answer: Pyramid
Pathetic fallacy
Giving the setting or weather a mood that reflects the character's emotional state, e.g. 'the lonely road'. Pathetic fallacy sets atmosphere.
Indirect characterisation
Showing what a character is like through their movements, speech and thoughts rather than describing them directly. Indirect characterisation shows, not tells.
Sensory language
Description that appeals to the five senses to bring a setting or scene to life. Sensory language makes writing vivid.
Motif
A repeated word, phrase, image or idea used throughout a piece for effect. A motif builds meaning through repetition.
How many paragraphs should an imaginative writing response have?
Five or six, planned in advance so the story has a clear, controlled ending.
What does 'show, not tell' mean in imaginative writing?
Use precise verbs, imagery and detail to reveal mood or character instead of stating it plainly.
Why is it best to limit yourself to two characters?
You have limited time, so a controlled, concise story with one main event scores better.
How can varying sentence length create effect?
Short sentences build tension; longer, listing sentences create a sense of being overwhelmed or of abundance.
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