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L2 reading practice - sexist branding of football boots

A series of Level 2 reading exam practice questions, written in the style of Edexcel, using a short text on the sexist branding of football boots (boots for boys).

Editor's notes

A very useful, topical and thought-provoking text that would also make a good discussion prompt. 14 reading questions covering organisational and language features, vocabulary and synonyms, main points and detail, fact/opinion and recognising informal language.

Level

Level 2

English

FE L1.11 Identify meanings in texts & distinguish between fact & opinion

FE L2.11 Identify when main points are sufficient & when specific details are important

FE L2.14 Understand how textual features/devices can shape meaning for different audiences/purposes

FE L2.15 Use a range of reference materials & resources (e.g. glossaries, legends/keys) for different purposes

FE L2.16 Understand organisational features & use to locate relevant information in a range of sources

FE L2.17 Analyse texts, of different levels of complexity, recognising their use of vocabulary and identifying levels of formality and bias

Context

Equality and safeguarding

Sport and fitness