Concise and developed comparisons | Starter Quiz | Oak National Academy

Which of the following is the best synonym for concise?

• brief

• elaborate

• rambling

• talkative

Answer explanation

Concise writing allows you to express your ideas comprehensively and efficiently.

What is the correct term for the words that describe nouns?

(a)  

Answer explanation

Adjectives are vital for adding detail to your analytical writing as well as to your descriptive writing.

In which two cities was George Orwell 'down and out'?

• New York and Paris

• Paris and Dover

• Rome and London

• Paris and London

Answer explanation

Orwell's experiences of poverty contrast with the expectation of wealth associated with the two capital cities.

Who wrote 'Notes from A Small Island'?

(a)  

Answer explanation

Bill Bryson is famous for humorous explorations of countries and topics.

Which of the following best explain the distinction between implicit and explicit?

• Implicit means suggested while explicit means clearly expressed.

• Implicit means straightforward while explicit means subtle.

• Implicit means detailed while explicit means concise.

• Implicit means beautiful while explicit means hidden.

Answer explanation

It is important when writing about writers' attitudes to explain explicit and implicit points of view.

By describing Paris as full of "loud singing" in his book 'Down and Out in Paris and London', Orwell might be implying that the city is ...

• dangerous and miserable.

• noisy and vibrant.

• noisy and frightening.

Answer explanation

Orwell both enjoys Paris but also feels overwhelmed by it at times.