Recognise/understand/analyse vocabulary typically associated with specific types and purposes of texts (e.g. formal, informal, instructional, descriptive, explanatory, bias and persuasive)

Read through the table, then complete the task:

Read through the follow texts and answer the questions below:

"Women who have been abused, who have lived in a refuge, often have to leave with nothing," says the charity's chief executive Naomi Ridley They are

• Who is the chief executive?

• What does the word demoralised mean?

• What is meant buy ‘no amenities’?

• What language is used in the passage?

• The article tells the reader:

a) All women will get bedding, a cooker and a fridge

b) The charity aids those who are in need

c) The type of support a woman may receive depends on her circumstances

About two in five of all victims of domestic violence are men, contradicting the widespread impression that it is almost always

• Which perspective does this article look at?

• What is meant by the phrase ‘widespread’?

• Does the article neglect a woman’s perspective or want an equal opportunity for all?

• The language used in the article is:

a) Factual

b) Informative

c) Instructive

d) Descriptive

• What is the purpose of both articles?

• Compare the language used in both articles. State how they engage audience.