Progression Test Stage 6 English 2020 Paper 1 pdf

1. Non-fiction reading—identifying text features (metaphor, passive voice, brackets, inverted commas, bolding), recognizing writing purpose
2. Vocabulary and grammar—word meaning in context (e.g. “allows“, “staple“, “expelled“), grammatical forms (passive verbs), effect of punctuation
3. Text comprehension—reasons for food categories (e.g. athletes choosing nuts, sugar before races), analyzing author’s feelings and humor
4. Writer’s techniques—layout markers (bold, headings), quotations and opinions, formal vs informal tone, textual structure awareness
5. Informational writing—topic development for “A healthy lifestyle,” logical sequencing, explanation of terms, clear informative style
6. Cross-text comparison—analyzing different perspectives on food (Text A vs Text B), future food trends, tone, and purpose alignment