Pearson Functional Skills Level 2 - Writing A revision guide to your writing exam, includes types of texts and how to write each one. They have examples and detailed instructions to help you along the way.

Pearon Spec - Level 2 - Reading: Each question of the exam paper is explained in great detail with lots of activties to do based around each question. Perfect for revision sessions and last minute revising before the exam!

Component 3: Writing Spelling, punctuation, and grammar L2.20 Punctuate writing correctly using a wide range of punctuation markers (e.g., colons, commas, inverted commas, apostrophes, and quotation marks) L2.21 Use correct grammar (e.g., subject-verb agreement, consistent use of a range of tenses, definite and indefinite articles) and modality devices (e.g., to express probability or desirability) p. 10-19 L2.22 Spell words used in work, study, and daily life, including a range of specialist words. P.19-23 Writing composition L2.23 Communicate information, ideas, and opinions clearly, coherently, and effectively. P.24-30 L2.24 Write text of an appropriate level of detail and of appropriate length (including where this is specified) to meet the needs of purpose and audience. P31-36 L2.25 Organise writing for different purposes using appropriate format and structure (e.g., standard templates, paragraphs, bullet points, tables) P37-41 L2.26 Convey clear meaning and establish cohesion using organisational markers effectively. P42-44 L2.27 Use different language and register (e.g., persuasive techniques, supporting evidence, specialist words), suited to audience and purpose. P.44-57 L2.28 Construct complex sentences consistently and accurately, using paragraphs where appropriate

(L2.11) Identify the different situations when the main points are sufficient and when it is important to have specific details (L2.12) Compare information, ideas, and opinions in different texts, including how they are conveyed (L2.13) Identify implicit and inferred meaning in texts (L2.15) Use a range of reference materials and appropriate resources (e.g., glossaries, legends/keys) for different purposes, including to find the meanings of words in straightforward and complex sources (L2.16) Understand organisational features and use them to locate relevant information in a range of straightforward and complex sources L2.17) Analyse texts, of different levels of complexity, recognising their use of vocabulary and identifying levels of formality and bias (L2.18) Follow an argument, identifying different points of view and distinguishing fact from opinion (L2.19) Identify different styles of writing and writer’s voice

E2.1 Identify and extract the main information and detail from short explanations. E2.2 Make requests and ask clear questions appropriately in different contexts. E2.3 Respond appropriately to straightforward questions. * Please refer to Annexe C: E2.4 Follow the gist of discussions. E2.5 Clearly express straightforward information and communicate feelings and opinions on a range of straightforward topics. E2.6 Make appropriate contributions to simple group discussions with others about a straightforward topic.

Functional Skills: Entry Level 2 Pearson - Writing. Includes all of the specifications below. E2.13 Use basic punctuation correctly (e.g., full stops, capital letters, question, and exclamation marks E2.14 Form regular plurals E2.15 Use the first and second letters to sequence words in alphabetical order E2.16 Spell correctly words designated for Entry Level 2* Please refer to Annexe C E2.17 Communicate information in words, phrases, and simple sentences. E2.18 Complete a form asking for personal information (e.g., first name, surname, address, postcode, age, date of birth) E2.19 Write in compound sentences, using common conjunctions (e.g., or, and, but) to connect clauses. E2.20 Use adjectives and simple linking words in the appropriate way

This Entry Level 2 workbooklet includes all of the reading specifications. Pearson exam board. E2.7 Read correct words designated for Entry Level 2* E2.8 Understand the main points in texts. E2.9 Understand organisational markers in short, straightforward texts. E2.10 Use effective strategies to find the meaning of words and check their spelling (e.g., a simple dictionary, spell- checker) E2.11 Read and understand sentences with more than one clause. E2.12 Use illustrations, images, and captions to locate information.