GCSE Secondary English Age 13-17 - Reading: Features of Structure at Paragraph and Sentence Level Part 1 - Explained

The video tutorial explains the importance of cohesion in writing, emphasizing how linking words and phrases help create a logical structure. It covers different types of sentences, such as exclamations, commands, questions, and statements, and explores sentence structures like simple, compound, and complex sentences. Examples from Charles Dickens' works illustrate how these elements enhance writing by providing detail and impact.

What is the primary purpose of cohesion in writing?

• To make the text more entertaining

• To link ideas and organize the text

• To confuse the reader

• To increase the word count

Which of the following is a linking word used to introduce contrast?

• Whereas

• Accordingly

• Nearby

• Similarly

What type of sentence is used to express strong emotion?

• Statement

• Exclamation

• Command

• Question

Which sentence structure is often used to add information or build a description?

• Complex sentence

• Imperative sentence

• Compound sentence

• Simple sentence

What is a characteristic of a complex sentence?

• It uses only one clause

• It often withholds information

• It contains only one idea

• It is always short

In the example from Dickens, what does the compound sentence help to achieve?

• It shortens the text

• It adds layers of detail

• It simplifies the narrative

• It removes ambiguity

How can complex sentences be combined with compound sentences?

• To create confusion

• To eliminate details

• To reduce the length of the text

• To provide more information and description