Question 1: What effect do the short sentences in the passage have on the reader?

Answer: They create emphasis and accentuate moments of change or significance.

Question 2: Identify one example of a short sentence in the passage and explain its effect.

Answer: Example: 'Suddenly, a bird called out.' It heightens the sense of suddenness and draws attention to the event.

Question 3: Which technique is primarily used to emphasise important moments in the passage?

Answer: c) Short sentences

Question 4: How does the use of brevity in some sentences contribute to the overall mood of the passage?

Answer: It creates a sense of immediacy and highlights key moments in the scene.

Question 1: Write a paragraph describing a sudden natural event (e.g., a storm, animal call, or environmental change). Use short sentences deliberately to emphasise key moments.

Answer: See full answer key

Question 2: Checklist for effective use of short sentences:

Answer: - Use concise, punchy sentences. - Place short sentences at key moments. - Ensure they add to the mood or tone. - Vary sentence length to keep reader engaged.