, ENG1514
October/November 2023
SECTION A: Integrated Content and Text-Based Questions
Read the text above and answer the following questions. Question 1 – Paragraph 1 - 14 Marks
1 Quote in full the one sentence in Paragraph 1 that summarises what the writer maintains good
manners are.
"When you show consideration for others, you display good manners."
2 The Collins dictionary is a Noun Phrase.
Divide or analyse the phrase into its two constituent parts.
The Collins dictionary is a noun phrase divided into two constituent parts: "The Collins" and
"dictionary".
3 “in a particular group” and “in a specific setting” are
prepositional phrases. Write out the completive elements of each phrase.
The completive elements of each phrase are:
- "in a particular group" - the group
- "in a specific setting" - the setting
4 What two functions of language can best describe the text?
The two functions of language that can best describe the text are informative and persuasive.
The text provides information about the definition and importance of etiquette, as well as its
origins and cultural differences. It also persuades readers to understand and respect different
cultural practices and to use good manners to promote social harmony.
5 Name the two features or characteristics of language that are clearly illustrated by the text
The two features or characteristics of language that are clearly illustrated by the text are:
1. Etiquette is defined in the text as "the customs or rules governing behaviour regarded as
correct or acceptable in social or official life." This illustrates the feature of language that allows
for defining and explaining abstract concepts.
October/November 2023
SECTION A: Integrated Content and Text-Based Questions
Read the text above and answer the following questions. Question 1 – Paragraph 1 - 14 Marks
1 Quote in full the one sentence in Paragraph 1 that summarises what the writer maintains good
manners are.
"When you show consideration for others, you display good manners."
2 The Collins dictionary is a Noun Phrase.
Divide or analyse the phrase into its two constituent parts.
The Collins dictionary is a noun phrase divided into two constituent parts: "The Collins" and
"dictionary".
3 “in a particular group” and “in a specific setting” are
prepositional phrases. Write out the completive elements of each phrase.
The completive elements of each phrase are:
- "in a particular group" - the group
- "in a specific setting" - the setting
4 What two functions of language can best describe the text?
The two functions of language that can best describe the text are informative and persuasive.
The text provides information about the definition and importance of etiquette, as well as its
origins and cultural differences. It also persuades readers to understand and respect different
cultural practices and to use good manners to promote social harmony.
5 Name the two features or characteristics of language that are clearly illustrated by the text
The two features or characteristics of language that are clearly illustrated by the text are:
1. Etiquette is defined in the text as "the customs or rules governing behaviour regarded as
correct or acceptable in social or official life." This illustrates the feature of language that allows
for defining and explaining abstract concepts.
