A simile explicitly compares, often using like or as; a metaphor presents one thing as another. 'The road was a silver ribbon' suggests a long, narrow, shining shape rather than literal cloth.
Begin with the meaning of the chosen word or image, then explain its associations in the particular scene.
See it. Say it. Understand it.
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The road was a silver ribbon.
Moderate / Add a little
The wind whispered through the palms.
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Imagery makes a reader imagine an experience. A simile explicitly compares, often using like or as; a metaphor presents one thing as another. 'The road was a silver ribbon' suggests a long, narrow, shining shape rather than literal cloth. Begin with the meaning of the chosen word or image, then explain its associations in the particular scene. Naming a technique alone does not explain its effect. Avoid assuming that every image makes the reader want to read on; describe the specific impression it creates.
A useful reading response moves from a clear claim to a precise piece of evidence and then to an explanation. Return to the exact part of the text before deciding. Short evidence is usually easier to analyse than a long copied passage. Keep the wording of the question in mind so that an accurate observation also becomes a relevant answer.
At Stage 4, use a short narrative or an accessible information text about a place, animal, or school project. Explain the choice you make rather than only naming a rule. Aim for connected paragraphs when writing and relevant evidence when reading. Compare the first draft with the intended meaning before deciding what to change.
වැඩි විස්තර අවශ්ය විට පමණක් මෙම කොටස කියවන්න.
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Reading aloud communicates meaning through phrasing, stress, pace, and a clear voice.
Read the text silently first to understand it, then mark natural thought groups rather than stopping after every word.
Punctuation gives clues, but meaning determines the length and quality of pauses.
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I wanted the blue pen, not the black one.
Moderate / Add a little
A pause can separate a new idea without breaking a useful phrase.
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Reading aloud communicates meaning through phrasing, stress, pace, and a clear voice. Read the text silently first to understand it, then mark natural thought groups rather than stopping after every word. Punctuation gives clues, but meaning determines the length and quality of pauses. Stress a word when it carries important contrast or information. In a poem, listen to rhythm and sound patterns without forcing every line into the same sing-song delivery. Aim for an understandable and expressive performance rather than an imitation of someone else's accent.
Prepare a small number of key points rather than a script to memorise word for word. Speak in clear thought groups, notice the listener's response, and adjust the explanation when needed. A short recording can reveal rushed phrases or missing links. Review one specific feature at a time, then repeat the performance with that improvement in mind.
At Stage 4, use a short narrative or an accessible information text about a place, animal, or school project. Explain the choice you make rather than only naming a rule. Aim for connected paragraphs when writing and relevant evidence when reading. Compare the first draft with the intended meaning before deciding what to change.
වැඩි විස්තර අවශ්ය විට පමණක් මෙම කොටස කියවන්න.
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A discussion develops ideas through several speakers.
Contribute a clear point, explain it, and connect it to what another person has said.
Agreement can add a reason rather than merely repeat yes.
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I agree with Maya because her plan gives everyone a role.
Moderate / Add a little
Could we also consider the cost?
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A discussion develops ideas through several speakers. Contribute a clear point, explain it, and connect it to what another person has said. Agreement can add a reason rather than merely repeat yes. Disagreement should address the idea respectfully: 'I see that benefit, but the cost worries me'. Invite quieter participants without putting them under pressure. A useful group conclusion records both agreement and unresolved questions. Listening, turn-taking, and clarification are part of effective discussion, not pauses before your own speech.
Prepare a small number of key points rather than a script to memorise word for word. Speak in clear thought groups, notice the listener's response, and adjust the explanation when needed. A short recording can reveal rushed phrases or missing links. Review one specific feature at a time, then repeat the performance with that improvement in mind.
At Stage 4, use a short narrative or an accessible information text about a place, animal, or school project. Explain the choice you make rather than only naming a rule. Aim for connected paragraphs when writing and relevant evidence when reading. Compare the first draft with the intended meaning before deciding what to change.
වැඩි විස්තර අවශ්ය විට පමණක් මෙම කොටස කියවන්න.
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