IGCSE ESL Review Writing Quiz

What is the main purpose of writing a review?

• To persuade the reader to agree with the writer's opinion.

• To give your own opinion about something.

• To say whether you would recommend something to others.

Which of the following should be included in the introduction of a review?

• Give opinion of the subject.

• Ask a rhetorical question to catch readers’ interest.

• Explain what the review is about

What is the appropriate tone to use in a review?

• The tone can be personal and informal if writing for teenagers.

• The tone should be more formal if writing for adults.

• The tone should be formal and academic for all audience.

When writing a review, it is important to consider the target audience, which is:

• The intended audience stated on the question.

• Only the writer's friends and family.

• The writer's English teacher.

What is/are true about the recommendation section?

• It is to make a final judgement and give advice to the readers.

• It is for people who aren’t familiar with the place, product, or film that is being reviewed.

• It gives a summary of the main point of the body paragraphs.

Which of the following should be included in the opinion part of a review?

• Why you recommend the subject to others.

• A personal experience

• The ideas of your own

Which of the following are important criteria for writing a review?

• You should give your own opinions, including both positive and negative opinions.

• You should include all relevant details.

• The review will include examples and evidence to support the opinions expressed.

Which of the following is an appropriate organization for a review?

• Brief description, introduction, opinion, recommendation.

• Introduction, brief description, opinion, recommendation.

• Introduction, brief description, recommendation, opinion.

When writing a review, it is essential to provide evidence and examples to support:

• Unrelated facts and statistics.

• The writer's opinion and evaluation.

• The opinions of other reviewers.