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Quick questions on Language techniques and terminology: the AO2 toolkit - Eduqas GCSE English Language
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What is vague naming?Show answer
Calling a metaphor "a description" or imagery "good words" closes the higher bands; name precisely.
What is terminology for show?Show answer
Dropping in advanced terms you do not analyse adds nothing; only name what you go on to explain.
What is q1?Show answer
Name the three broad groups of language method a writer can use. [3 marks]
What is q2?Show answer
Why is accurate terminology necessary but not sufficient for AO2? [2 marks]
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