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How do you prepare for an oral examination?

This might sound obvious, but the best way to preapre yourself is by practicing alone. You will have a set number of texts, one of which you will be examined on, so make sure you know a brief analysis ...

Answered by Calu M. English Language tutor
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How do I pick out the key features for a question comparing two texts?

You might find it helpful to list some key features you know might apply to the question before you read the texts. The question will tell you what kind of features it is looking for, for example 'pres...

Answered by Phoebe H. English Language tutor
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(Paper 4) English as a Global Language: What are 'Kachru's Three Circles of English'?

Braj Kachru was a Professor of Linguistics who coined the term 'World English'. 

'World English' refers to the fact that the English language has been used as a global means of communicat...

Answered by Sarah C. English Language tutor
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(Paper 4) Language Acquisition: What are the different functions of 'young people's' language?

Instrumental function - language that is used to fulfil a need, such as to obtain food, drink or comfort.

Regulatory function - language...

Answered by Sarah C. English Language tutor
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What does the CIE English Language (9093) syllabus for A-level entail?

The 9093 English Language syllabus, newly offered by the Cambridge International Examination Board from 2014, is comprised of an AS Level component and an A Level component. The AS Level can be achieve...

Answered by Sarah C. English Language tutor
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