Writing Test Strategies and Techniques

The video tutorial explains how to effectively answer double questions in essays, focusing on developing body paragraphs with a single topic. It emphasizes the importance of logical progression in explanations and provides strategies for crafting introductions and conclusions. The tutorial also discusses the negative impact of excessive phone use on children's mental health, using social media as an example.

What is the main focus of the video tutorial?

• How to improve vocabulary

• How to write a conclusion

• How to develop body paragraphs

• How to choose essay topics

What is the structure of a double-question essay?

• Answer the second question in the conclusion

• Answer each question in separate body paragraphs

• Answer the first question in the introduction

• Answer both questions in one paragraph

Why is it important to focus on one main topic in each paragraph?

• To use more complex vocabulary

• To include more examples

• To score higher on the writing test

• To make the essay longer

What is a key factor in scoring a 7 or above on the writing test?

• Using complex vocabulary

• Having only one main topic in each paragraph

• Writing longer essays

• Including multiple examples

What should you do if you want to give two reasons for a question?

• Include them in one paragraph

• Split them into two paragraphs

• Mention them in the conclusion

• Write them in the introduction

What is the main reason children spend hours on their phones?

• Peer pressure

• Educational content

• Social media's ability to hold attention

• Lack of parental control

How can you avoid listing items in your explanations?

• Focus on one point and ensure logical progression

• Write longer sentences

• Use more examples

• Include more data

What should you do to ensure logical progression in your explanations?

• Use words like 'also' and 'moreover'

• Make sure one sentence leads to the next

• Include multiple ideas in one sentence

• Use complex vocabulary

What is the best approach to answering the second question in a double-question essay?

• Discuss both positive and negative sides

• Choose only one side to discuss

• Include both sides in one paragraph

• Write about the positive side in the introduction

Why is it considered a negative development for children to spend hours on their phones?

• It increases their creativity

• It improves their social skills

• It can harm their mental health

• It enhances their learning