English LEH01 June 2012

1. Reading Comprehension and Literary Analysis – Understanding the Jodrell Bank Discovery Centre, its facilities, and astronomical significance.

2. Grammar and Sentence Structure – Identifying conjunctions, past vs. present tense, subject-verb agreement, and sentence completion using appropriate adjectives.

3. Vocabulary and Meaning in Context – Finding synonyms, recognizing factual vs. opinion-based statements, and understanding figurative language.

4. Comparative Analysis of Texts – Evaluating two texts on astronomy, analyzing word choices, and discussing how each text engages the reader.

5. Creative Writing Task – Writing an article for a school magazine about a hobby or interest, incorporating descriptive and persuasive language.

6. Descriptive Writing Task – Writing about an impressive place, using sensory details, personal emotions, and vivid imagery.