Mastering English Text Types

What are the key features of descriptive text?

• Key features of descriptive text include sensory details, figurative language, organization, and vivid adjectives.

• Statistical data and analysis

• Technical jargon and complex sentences

• Historical context and background information

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Write a short narrative about a memorable event.

• A memorable hiking trip with my family at sunset.

• A rainy afternoon spent indoors.

• A long drive with no destination.

• A boring day at the office.

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List the steps involved in making a sandwich (procedure text).

• Use only one slice of bread.

• Toast the bread before assembling.

• Serve without any fillings.

• 1. Place two slices of bread. 2. Spread condiment. 3. Add fillings. 4. Add toppings. 5. Place second slice. 6. Cut if desired. 7. Serve.

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What is the purpose of a report text?

• To inform or describe a particular subject or topic.

• To persuade readers to take action.

• To entertain the audience with stories.

• To summarize a book or article.

Describe a recent trip you took using recount text.

• I took a trip to the mountains where I hiked a popular trail and enjoyed a picnic at the summit.

• I went to a concert and danced with friends.

• I stayed at home and watched movies all weekend.

• I visited a beach and built sandcastles all day.

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Identify the simple present tense in the following sentence: 'She plays the piano.'

• plays the piano

• plays

• She play the piano

• She playing the piano

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Convert the following sentence to simple past tense: 'They are going to the park.'

• They went to a different park.

• They went to the park.

• They will go to the park.

• They are going to the park.

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Provide an example of a present perfect tense sentence.

• I finished my homework yesterday.

• I will finish my homework later.

• I am finishing my homework now.

• I have finished my homework.

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What is the present continuous tense form of 'to read'?

• is reading / are reading / am reading

• will read

• was reading

• readed

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Write a descriptive paragraph about your favorite place.

• The serene beach at sunset.

• A dark, abandoned warehouse.

• A busy airport terminal.

• A crowded city street at noon.

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