KS2 Primary English Age 9-13 - Writing: Writing to Explain - Explained

KS2 Primary English Age 9-13 - Writing: Writing to Explain - Explained

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English, Other

4th - 6th Grade

Hard

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The video tutorial covers the essentials of writing explanation texts, emphasizing the importance of context, audience, and purpose. It outlines key features such as clear titles, subject identification, and structured planning. Techniques for maintaining clarity and objectivity, including the use of standard English, varied sentence structures, and conjunctions, are discussed. The tutorial also highlights the use of present tense and technical terms, and concludes with a practice challenge for viewers to apply their skills.

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1.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What are the key aspects to consider when writing to explain a subject?

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2.

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How does understanding your audience influence your writing?

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What is the importance of planning your text before writing?

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Why is it necessary to use standard English in an explanation text?

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How can varying sentence structure enhance your explanation?

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3 mins • 1 pt

What role do conjunctions play in writing an explanation?

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What should you assume about your reader when writing an explanation text?

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