English Language GCSE
Precision of quotation and terminology
What Precision of quotation and terminology means in English Language GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Precision of quotation and terminology
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Selecting a short, precise quotation and naming the word class or grammatical feature accurately, using linguistic and literary terminology correctly and consistently.
Topics that use Precision of quotation and terminology
- Critical reading and comprehension (AQA GCSE)
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