Fictional Universes
Example paper 1 - Close Reading Questions - Fictional Universes Article
1. Explain in your own words
the comparison the author makes between �crank� scientists and fans of science
fiction in lines 1-6.
U (2)
2. Briefly state the
contrast made between a �continuity error� in �normal movie parlance� and the
�continuity error� to science fiction fans in paragraph 2.
U (2)
3. Explain how the sentence
structure of paragraph 3 helps to convey the thinking of science fiction fans.
A (2)
4. From paragraph 4, why do
you need a �suspension of disbelief� in order to enjoy a fictional story in as
book or movie?
U (2)
5. How does the writer
create an ironic tone in paragraph 4? Your answer may feature word choice,
sentence structure, or contrast.
U (2)
6. How does paragraph 6 act
as a link with the beginning of the passage?
U(2)
7. How effective do you find
the examples of either the Crucifixion or the Inuit in paragraph
7, as �continuity errors� in a theory?
E / A (2)
8. Explain the meaning of
�In come the rationalizations to save the day�, in the context of the final
paragraph.
U (2)
9. In your own words, what
comment do you think the writer is making about human nature in this passage?
E / U (2)
Total: 18
Question on both passages
Each writer has reflected on
there being an obsessive fan of something. Which did you find more interesting or
entertaining? You should refer to the ideas of both passages in your answer.
E (5)
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