functional english revision and exam notes

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Functional SkillsLevel 1 English revision

Curriculum links This PPT covers many aspects of Level 1 Functional English. Please refer to the resourcedescription page on skillsworkshop.org for detailed curriculum links and related resources.

May 2011. Kindly contributed by Charlotte Gustar, Northampton College.Search for Charlotte on www.skillsworkshop.org

This PPT refers to City and Guilds Functional Skills assessment but mostaspects are applicable to all awarding bodies.

One of a set of three. Equivalent PPTs for L1 Functional Maths and L1Functional ICT are also available.
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Functional Skills English
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Domestics

Please ensure all bags are keptunder the table and walkwaysare kept clear

Please keep all food and drinkaway

Please keep mp3 players &mobile phones switched off
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What do you see?

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What do you know?

Todays lesson will be revision foryour English exam.

Look at the following words,explain what they are, and givean example .

You have 5 minutes!


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Word Definition and example

Noun Naming word.cheese table happiness

Verb Action, doing or being wordI was late. He believes me .They danced all night.

Proper noun A specific naming word. Always starts with a capital letter.January, Thames, Samira

Suffix Something you add to the end of a wordtake + ing = takingspot + ed = spotted

jelly + s = jellies

Prefix A group of letters you add to the start of

a word to change the meaningdis + like = dislikeil + legal = illegal

Exclamationmark

Used to show emotion.Help!Wow!


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Word TIP

Noun A common noun does not need a capital letter(unless it is at the start of a sentence).

Verb A verb must agree with the subject of a sentenceWe was were here yesterday.I done did it well.

Proper

noun

Remember capital letters for : names of people,towns, cities, days of the week, months, rivers,addresses, countries, religions, clubs, titles.

Suffix Spelling changes are often needed when youadd a suffix. Check your spelling carefully.

Prefix No spelling changes are needed when adding a

prefix. Just add it to the front of the word.mis + spelling = misspellingir + regular= irregular

Exclamationmark

Use sparingly and never use more than one atonce.I dont believe it!!! I dont believe it!


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Quick fire round

What are the characteristics of persuasivetext?

What must you include in a formal letter?

What are the stages of planning and drafting?

When should you use capital letters? Givethree examples.


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Quick fire roundWhat are the characteristics of persuasive text?Repetition, appealing adjectives, exclamationmarks, rhetorical questions, snappy slogans, boldeye catching titles.What must you include, when writing a formal letter?Your address, their address, the date, correct

salutations (To whom it may concern or Dear Sir orMadam), introduction, conclusion, correct sign off(Yours faithfully, Yours sincerely)What are the stages of planning and drafting?

Think about it, spider diagram / bullet points / list,notes, draft + final copyWhen should you use capital letters? Give threeexamples. At the start of a sentence. When using a propernoun. For the personal pronoun I.


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Top tips for the exam

The next couple of slides showcommon errors made inFunctional English exams.Be sure not to fall into the sametrap!

Make revision notes to help youremember.


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Students using personal informationto answer questions

Impact = wrong answer = no marksfor that question

Remedy = u se the given text toanswer the questions

Functional English Reading L1Common error 1


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Not reading the question properlyE.g. If you do not want to leave your lodge inthe evening, what do they provide for you todo?

Dont respond by referring to facilities availableelsewhere on site (as this requires people toleave their lodges).

Impact = wrong answer = no marksgained

Remedy = R.T.Q (READ THE QUESTION).

Functional English Reading L1Common error 2


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Candidates need to ensure theyunderstand:

the tone of languagethe level of detail requiredthat their writing needs to be in a

logical order

Functional English Writing L1


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Format and StructureE.g. marks are often lost for incorrect format ofa letter.

A formal letter needs: senders address,recipients address, a date, correct opening andappropriate closure / conclusion.

Impact = dropped marks

Remedy = Use correct style and format foreach task. Consider target audience,

structure, and format.

Functional English Writing L1Common error 3


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PunctuationNot knowing where one sentence begins andends

Lack of capital lettersUsing a small i for the personal pronoun I

Impact = inaccurate work = wrong

answer Remedy = proof read your workCheck sentence structure and

use of capital letters



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Spelling, style and punctuationText spelling NOT acceptable!Punctuation rules are not relaxed just

because a document is informal.Correct use of capital letters is required,even in an informal email.

Impact = inaccurate work = droppedmarks

Remedy = Write in full sentences anddo not use abbreviations



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Level 1 AssessmentGuidance Notes

Is it true that the assessment isin two parts?

Yes 1 hour for the reading1 hour for the writing


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What should I have with mefor the exam?The exam invigilator will providethe following:

Exam paperDictionary

Note

You may use a dictionaryYou will need to bring:

college I.D

a pen with black or blue ink


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How long before results areissued?

Results slips and certificates will

be issued to centres within 42working days.


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Any questions?


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Now use your task sheet(not included with this PPT)

The sheet outlines all the stepsnecessary to complete the taskIt incorporates all aspects of skills

learnt over the past weeksTry to be as independent in thetask as possible but staff are

here to help you if you need itYou have 20 minutes
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