Scanning for meaning

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A quiz based on a firework safety leaflet for learners to develop their scanning skills.
Sarah Holmes
Quiz by Sarah Holmes, updated more than 1 year ago
Sarah Holmes
Created by Sarah Holmes almost 9 years ago
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Question 1

Question
Choose the correct FAP for the text opposite.
Answer
  • F = a leaflet A = adults and children P = to inform
  • F = an article A = children P = to advise
  • F = an advert A = parents P = to explain

Question 2

Question
What is the name of the character used in this leaflet?
Answer
  • Safety Sam
  • Fireman Sam
  • Safety Sue
  • Firework Phil

Question 3

Question
Choose from the drop-down menus to annotate the key features being used on this page of the leaflet.
Answer
  • Personal pronoun = direct address
  • 3rd person generic pronoun
  • Group of three = easy to remember
  • Bullet points stand out
  • Images anchor text
  • Images add humour
  • Language more complex in adult section
  • Language more direct in adult section

Question 4

Question
What is the main message being promoted in this leaflet?
Answer
  • Fireworks are safe and fun if dealt with in the right way
  • Follow the firework code
  • Don't drink alcohol when around fireworks
  • Remember to put sparklers out when you have finished with them
  • Don't let children go to firework displays

Question 5

Question
The second golden rule is 'never give sparklers to children under five'
Answer
  • True
  • False
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