Cambridge English Language 1.2,1.2 Vocabulary

Define synonym.

• A word that is used in a different context.
• A word with the same or similar meaning as another.
• A word that is the opposite of another.
• A word that has no meaning.

Define context in writing.

• Context in writing is the background information and circumstances that influence the meaning of the text.
• Context is the summary of the text.
• Context refers to the author's personal opinions.
• Context is the main theme of the text.

Define audience in writing.

• The audience in writing are the readers or listeners for whom the content is intended.

• The audience in writing refers to the author's personal opinions.
• The audience is the collection of all written works by an author.
• The audience in writing is the physical location where writing takes place.

Define purpose in writing.

• The purpose in writing is to entertain the reader.
• The purpose in writing is to confuse the audience.
• The purpose in writing is the reason or intent behind the text.
• The purpose in writing is to fill space on a page.

Define mood in writing.

• Mood is the physical setting of a story.
• Mood refers to the author's writing style.
• Mood is the plot twist in a narrative.
• Mood in writing is the emotional atmosphere created by the author's choices that evokes specific feelings in the reader.

Define tone in writing.

• Tone is the length of sentences used in writing.
• Tone refers to the physical sound of a voice.
• Tone in writing is the author's attitude or emotional quality expressed through their choice of words and style.
• Tone is the genre of a piece of writing.

Define hybrid.

• A hybrid is a single element.
• A hybrid is a type of plant.
• A hybrid is a process of elimination.
• A hybrid is a combination of two different elements.

Define skim in reading.

• Skim in reading refers to the practice of quickly glancing through a text to understand its main ideas and structure.
• Skimming involves reading only the conclusion of a text.
• Skim refers to the practice of memorizing the text.
• Skim in reading means to read every word carefully.

Define scan in reading.

• Scanning is a reading technique used to locate specific information quickly.
• Scanning is a method for summarizing texts.
• Scanning involves reading every word in detail.
• Scanning is used to memorize entire passages.

Define form in text.

• Form in writing is the choice of vocabulary used.
• Form in writing refers to the genre of the text.
• Another word for type; it relates to the shape and overall presentation of a text.

• Form in writing is the emotional tone of the piece.