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Furthermore, the document outlines the official mark scheme, explaining how marks are awarded for correctly linking identified features with accurate text examples. It emphasizes that while various language techniques are acceptable, structural layout features like bullet points or headings do not qualify for credit. 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Using the sample papers as a guide, let’s have a look at what is required.  \nThe Questions  \nIn this  \ninstance, the candidate needs to identify two language features used to persuade in the text with actual examples.  \nIn this example the candidate needs to identify two language features used to advise in the text with actual examples.  \nRhetorical Question, e.g. are you completely…  \nAlliteration, e.g. dial down  \nNumbers / Figures / Percentages / Statistics, e.g.  \n200 times a day  \nUse of steps / stages, e.g. first of all…  \nThe Mark Schemes  \nThe mark schemes for these questions state:  \n• Award 1 mark for each valid language feature identified, up to a maximum of 2 marks  \n• Award 1 mark for each valid and linked example, up to a maximum of 2 marks In other words, the language feature and the example must match up.  \nIn addition, other valid language features not highlighted here can be accepted, but note layout features, such as heading, bullet points and paragraphs are not accepted.","cbCaivDHt6xzuKxm","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaivDHt6xzuKxm","pdf",309584,"English","# Examination Requirements for Question 10\n## Understanding Persuasive and Advisory Features\n## Mark Scheme and Scoring Criteria","[{\"question\":\"What does Question 10 on the Level 2 Functional Skills Reading paper require?\",\"answer\":\"Candidates must identify two specific language features used for persuasion or advice within a text and provide corresponding examples for each.\"},{\"question\":\"Are structural elements like bullet points accepted as language features in this exam?\",\"answer\":\"No, layout features such as headings, bullet points, and paragraphs are explicitly not accepted as valid language features for this question.\"},{\"question\":\"How are marks allocated for this question?\",\"answer\":\"A total of 4 marks are available: 1 mark for each of the two identified language features, and 1 mark for each valid and correctly linked example from the text.\"}]","Functional Skills Level 2 Reading - Language Features Assessment Guide | PDF"]