Study Notes
Informative writing provides clear and factual information about various topics, helping readers understand the world better. It is often found in books, magazines, and online, and covers subjects like animals, planets, and more.
- Factual Writing — a type of writing that presents facts and information clearly. Example: Articles about animals or scientific phenomena.
- Reading Extracts — passages used to analyze and understand factual writing. Example: Descriptions of houses or natural phenomena like geysers.
Exam Tips
Key Definitions to Remember
- Factual Writing: Writing that provides clear and factual information.
- Reading Extracts: Passages used to analyze factual writing.
Common Confusions
- Confusing factual writing with fictional writing.
- Misunderstanding the purpose of reading extracts.
Typical Exam Questions
- What is factual writing? Writing that presents facts and information clearly.
- Where can factual writing be found? In books, magazines, and online.
- Why is factual writing important? It helps us understand the world better.
What Examiners Usually Test
- Understanding of factual writing.
- Ability to analyze reading extracts.
- Knowledge of where factual writing can be found.