Comparative Analysis Quiz

What is the primary task in Paper 1, Question 1b?

• To summarize the given text

• To write a creative story

• To translate the text into another language

• To compare your text with the given text

Why is it important to practice analyzing different genres before the exam?

• To write longer essays

• To avoid reading the texts during the exam

• To become familiar with genre conventions

• To memorize the texts

What is a common mistake students make when structuring their comparative essay?

• Writing a single paragraph

• Focusing only on the given text

• Separating the analysis of the two texts

• Using too many quotes

What approach is recommended for structuring a comparative essay?

• Chronological approach

• Topical approach

• Random approach

• Alphabetical approach

What should be the focus of the introduction in a comparative essay?

• A summary of the entire essay

• Detailed background of the author

• A list of all literary devices

• Brief mention of elements to be discussed

How should you handle genre conventions in your essay?

• List them without analysis

• Only focus on the given text's conventions

• Discuss how texts comply with or depart from them

• Ignore them completely

What is crucial for ensuring your writing is cohesive and coherent?

• Using complex vocabulary

• Linking ideas properly

• Writing in bullet points

• Avoiding transitions

What should you constantly show awareness of in your essay?

• The number of paragraphs

• How form, structure, and language link with audience and purpose

• The length of the essay

• The author's biography

What is a key strategy for managing your time during the exam?

• Write as quickly as possible

• Balance time between analysis and writing

• Focus only on differences between texts

• Spend most time on the introduction

What is the purpose of using linking words in your essay?

• To repeat the same ideas

• To make the essay longer

• To confuse the reader

• To ensure smooth flow and organization