The video tutorial provides guidance on preparing for the IoT exam, focusing on the writing criteria of coherence and cohesion. It explains how to organize ideas logically and use linking words effectively. The tutorial offers a structured approach to essay writing, emphasizing the importance of paragraphs and topic sentences. It also provides examples of linking words and phrases to enhance writing flow. Additional resources are suggested for further learning.

What is the primary focus of the IoT exam's writing criteria?

• Coherence and cohesion

• Grammar and spelling

• Creativity in writing

• Vocabulary usage

What does coherence in writing primarily refer to?

• The logical flow and organization of ideas

• The number of paragraphs used

• The length of the essay

• The use of complex vocabulary

How does cohesion help in writing?

• By using more adjectives

• By reducing the number of paragraphs

• By connecting ideas and showing relationships

• By making sentences longer

What is a suggested way to organize a writing test answer?

• Write without any structure

• Use random ideas

• Plan with an introduction, body, and conclusion

• Start with a conclusion

Why are paragraphs important in writing?

• They are not necessary

• They make the text look longer

• They are only used in formal writing

• They help structure the writing and guide the reader

What is a topic sentence?

• A sentence that lists examples

• A sentence that repeats the introduction

• A sentence that introduces the main idea of a paragraph

• A sentence that concludes a paragraph

How can linking words enhance writing?

• By making sentences longer

• By reducing the need for paragraphs

• By connecting and showing relationships between ideas

• By making the text more complex

Which of the following is a type of linking word?

• Contrasting ideas

• Adding similar ideas

• Introducing ideas

• All of the above

What should you do to avoid overusing linking words?

• Use the same linking word repeatedly

• Avoid using linking words altogether

• Review your writing and use different words

• Use linking words only at the beginning of paragraphs