Question 227
MediumOriginal questionThe opening sentence is given. Arrange the rest to make a paragraph.
Opening: The first step in writing a good answer is to read the question carefully.
P. Finally, read through your answer once to correct any mistakes.
Q. As you write, keep checking that each sentence answers what was asked.
R. Underline the key words, such as "explain", "compare" or "give two reasons".
S. Then plan your answer in a few words before you start writing.
Show the answer and explanation
Correct answer: D
Explanation
After the opening sentence, R is how to read it: underline the key words.
S is "then", planning, Q is "as you write", and P is "finally".
So the order is RSQP.
Worth noting
RQSP starts writing before the answer has been planned.
- Concept
- Ordering sentences by their links: the opener, pronouns, connectors and sequence
- Typical timeTypical
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