Openings & Endings: Circular Structure
English
Year 9
9 questions
~18 mins
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A worksheet analysing the use of circular structure in opening and closing paragraphs for Year 9 students.
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Openings & Endings: Circular Structure
Subject: EnglishGrade: Year 9
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Grade Year 9
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Understanding Circular Structure
The small town had always been a quiet place, nestled between rolling hills and ancient trees. As the sun dipped below the horizon, the sky was bathed in hues of orange and purple, creating a peaceful scene. Years later, Jamie would often return to this very spot, reminiscing about those tranquil days, recognising that the town’s quiet charm was rooted in its enduring simplicity. The cycle of seasons and the changing sky reflected the idea that some places and memories are forever linked to beginnings and ends, creating a perfect circle of life and nostalgia.
1.
What technique does the writer use to mirror the opening and closing ideas in this passage?
[2 marks]2.
Identify a sentence or phrase that emphasises the cyclical nature of the setting.
[2 marks]3.
Explain how the imagery of the sky and seasons contributes to the overall message of circularity.
4.
What mood does the opening paragraph establish, and how does this mood support the theme of the passage?
[3 marks]5.
Identify and annotate a literary device used in the sentence: 'the sky was bathed in hues of orange and purple'.
[2 marks]6.
How does the conclusion reinforce the opening of the passage?
[2 marks]7.
Select the correct option: Which of the following best describes the structure used in this passage?
Aa) Linear development
Bb) Circular structure
Cc) Cause and effect
Dd) Contrast and comparison
8.
Based on the passage, how can a writer create a sense of unity between the beginning and end of their piece?
[3 marks]9.
Optional Creative Task: Write a short paragraph (around 150 words) that begins and ends with a similar idea or image, demonstrating circular structure.
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- 1/1/2026
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