Worksheet on Summary Skills: Conciseness
English
Year 9
9 questions
~18 mins
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A worksheet designed to develop concise summarisation skills through engaging reading and related exercises, focusing on clarity and brevity in responses.
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Worksheet on Summary Skills: Conciseness
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Grade Year 9
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Atmospheric Narrative: The Forgotten Garden
In the quiet outskirts of the old town lay an abandoned garden, cloaked in shadows and silence. Once a place of vibrant blooms and bustling life, it had fallen into neglect over the decades. Vines crept along cracked stone walls, and wildflowers sprouted through broken pathways. Despite its decay, the garden retained an air of mystique, inviting the curious and the nostalgic alike. As dusk fell, a faint glow emanated from within, hinting at secrets long buried beneath the overgrowth. Those who wandered near often felt an inexplicable sense of serenity, as if the garden held memories of a forgotten past. Over time, locals whispered stories of the garden’s former splendour and mysterious happenings, fostering a sense of wonder and melancholy about what once was lost. Today, the garden stands as a silent testament to change, decay, and the enduring allure of bygone days.
1.
Summarise the main atmosphere described in the passage in two sentences.
[2 marks]2.
Identify two descriptive techniques used in the passage and explain their effect.
[3 marks]3.
What is the significance of the glowing light mentioned in the passage?
[2 marks]4.
Write a concise summary (3-4 sentences) of the passage, focusing on the key themes.
[4 marks]5.
Select the best summary of the passage from the options below.
Aa) The garden is a lively place full of flowers and visitors, remembered fondly by locals.
Bb) An abandoned, overgrown garden holds secrets and memories of its past, evoking mystery and nostalgia.
Cc) The town’s residents frequently visit the vibrant garden, which is well-maintained and bustling.
Dd) The garden has been completely destroyed and no longer exists.
6.
Identify and explain the effect of one literary device used in the passage.
[3 marks]7.
Imagine you are describing the garden at night in 50 words. Write a short paragraph capturing its atmosphere.
8.
Create a brief dialogue between two characters discussing the garden’s mystery. Use at least 10 lines.
9.
What main qualities does the passage use to create an atmospheric setting? List and explain.
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