Question 1: Identify one literary technique used in the passage that encourages reflection. Provide a brief explanation.

Answer: The passage uses metaphor, comparing the sunset to a mirror reflecting personal growth.

Question 2: What is the overall tone of the ending? Explain your answer in one or two sentences.

Answer: The tone is contemplative and optimistic, inviting the reader to reflect on personal development.

Question 3: Which phrase in the passage suggests that endings are also beginnings? Write it down.

Answer: ‘they are opportunities to reflect and to begin anew’

Question 4: Explain how the writer’s choice of words creates a reflective mood.

Answer: Words like 'whispers', 'truths', and 'mirror' evoke introspection and self-awareness.

Question 5: Identify and analyse the use of any volta or shift in perspective in the passage.

Answer: The shift occurs with 'It was as if the sunset was not just a conclusion but a mirror,' introducing a metaphor that deepens the reflective tone.

Question 6: Suggest one way to begin a reflective ending for your own story about a personal achievement.

Answer: Begin with an introspective statement that links the achievement to personal growth, such as ‘Looking back, I realise that...’

Question 7: Create a brief outline of a reflective ending for a narrative about overcoming a challenge.

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Question 8: In your own words, explain why reflective endings can leave a lasting impression on the reader.

Answer: Because they encourage thought and personal connection, making the story resonate beyond its conclusion.

Question 9: Read the following prompt and plan a reflective ending: 'Write about a moment when you changed your mind about something important.'

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