Music GCSE
Precise versus vague language
What Precise versus vague language means in Music GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Precise versus vague language
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Reference: Pearson Edexcel
Using precise terms such as 'allegro' or 'forte' instead of vague words such as 'fast' or 'loud', and saying what is fast or loud.
Topics that use Precise versus vague language
- Component 3: Appraising - Knowledge and understanding (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
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Using Precise versus vague language in the exam
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