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Peer editing a non-chronological report about a penguin

Quiz by Oak National Academy: KS2 English (2)

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  • Q1
    Which of the following gives the definition for a subheading?
    the word, phrase or sentence that introduces a paragraph
    the first sentence of a paragraph that tells us what it is about
    language structures that create text cohesion
    the closing paragraph of a non-fiction text
    30s
  • Q2
    Which is the best definition of 'editing'?
    checking your spelling and vocabulary
    rewriting your work
    checking and improving vocabulary, spelling, text cohesion and punctuation
    re-reading your work
    30s
  • Q3
    Which passage is punctuated correctly?
    Penguins sometimes swallow stones. Scientists are not sure why.
    Penguins sometimes swallow stones scientists are not sure why.
    Penguins sometimes swallow stones, scientists are not sure why.
    30s
  • Q4
    Which sentence is punctuated correctly?
    The penguins, which are excellent swimmers, spend months at sea.
    The penguins which are excellent swimmers, spend months at sea.
    The penguins, which are excellent swimmers spend months at sea.
    30s
  • Q5
    Which sentence has an appropriate tone for a non-chronological report?
    Macaroni penguins love a natter - they're always making different noises.
    Did you know - macaroni penguins can talk!
    Macaroni penguins are sociable creatures and they can communicate using noises.
    30s
  • Q6
    Which phrases are appropriate to use in a non-chronological report about macaroni penguins?
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    30s

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