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WorksheetsLanguage & structure Quiz
Total questions: 8
Worksheet time: 35mins
What was the big problem the group faced at the top of the waterfall?
The water was too cold to swim in
The trees were too tall to climb
The drop was too sheer and far to consider climbing
The beach was too crowded
What did Francoise suggest as a possible way down from the top of the waterfall?
Jumping into the sea
Climbing the seaward rock-face
Walking around to find an easier climb
Swimming across the lagoon
What did Richard expect to see when they reached the beach?
A deserted and unattractive beach
Groups of friendly travellers with sun-kissed faces
A beach crowded with coral divers
A beach with dangerous cliffs
What did Richard consider before deciding whether to jump from the waterfall?
The smoothness of the pebbles in the water
The recent volcanic activity on the island
The age of the trees below
The possibility of a deep enough pool being formed
What effect did the overwhelming sensation have on Richard before he decided to jump?
It made him feel relieved
It made him feel bored and listless
It made him feel excited and energized
It made him feel anxious and fearful
Build-up to the First Dive at the London Olympics
As I walked to the end of the ten‑metre board, I glanced down. The distinctive pattern of the interlocking rings and the words ‘London 2012’ shone through the bright blue of the water. Olympic banners were plastered across every available wall, along with flags of the participating countries, and my own face grinned back at me on various enormous screens sitting high above the stands.
The atmosphere was electric; it was a cacophony of noise from the PA system, as well as cheers, shouts and applause from the crowd. The sound ricocheted around the domed, undulating ceilings of the London Aquatics Centre. It was almost deafening. I inhaled slowly and steadily, the air thick with the sticky warmth of chlorine and the charged crowd. My heart pounded to the tips of my fingers.
The whistle blew and an eerie silence settled. All I could hear was the gentle and rhythmic gurgle and swoosh of water as it flowed in the drains. I was about to launch into my first dive of six – the Twister. Before the Olympic Games, this was my ‘safest’ dive and one I knew I could perform well. It was one of my harder dives but, executed correctly, the rewards were high.
The possibilities of what could go wrong lurked like shadows in the back of my mind. In my dives, I have to be hyper‑vigilant and ‘spot’ the water – I need to see everything in order to count the rotations, so I know where my body is in the air. At that moment, my focus has to be razor‑sharp; there is no space to blink or even breathe.
What was the name of the first dive at the London Olympics?
Twister
Backflip
Corkscrew
Pike
What was on the diver's mind as they prepared for the dive at the London Olympics?
What event was taking place at the London Aquatics Centre?
Swimming competition
Diving competition
Synchronized swimming competition
Water polo match
What did the diver have to do in order to count the rotations and know their position in the air?
Spot the water
Count the audience
Listen to the coach's instructions
Close their eyes
The distinctive pattern of the interlocking rings and the words 'London 2012' shone through the bright blue of the water, creating a memorable Olympic setting.
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The writer describes the moments before his dive. How does the writer try to interest and engage the reader? You should include: • the writer’s use of language • the writer’s use of structure • the effect on the reader. Use examples from the whole text and relevant subject terminology
When analysing language & structure ....
I find it easy to analyse language but find it hard to analyse structure
I can analyse language & structure but have a problem with timing
I forget about connotations
I don't really understand it
I stood up cautiously, one foot an inch from the cliff, the other set back at a stabilising angle. ‘Are you jumping?’ called Etienne nervously. ‘Just taking a better look.’ An overwhelming sensation washed over me, almost boredom, a strange listlessness. I was suddenly sick of how difficult this journey had become. There was too much effort, too many shocks and dilemmas to dissect. And this sickness had an effect. For a vital few seconds it liberated me from a fear of consequences. ‘So jump,’ I heard my voice say
How does the writer use language to show how Richard and Etienne feel about their situation? Use examples from the extract and relevant subject terminology
