Which line forms a tricolon?

• We plan, we test, we adapt.
• We planned and tested it.
• After testing, we changed our original plan.

What is a rhetorical question?

• A question asking the reader to provide an unknown fact
• A question making a point without requesting a reply
• A question that must close every paragraph in a persuasive piece

Repeating sentence openings always weakens writing, even when the repetition is chosen for emphasis.

A plain account says: 'The dog barked. The dog ran. The dog jumped.' Which revision reduces repeated openings and keeps those actions in order?

• The dog jumped, ran and barked.
• The dog barked. The dog ran. The dog jumped.
• The dog barked. Then it ran and jumped.

Nia writes a speech urging classmates to reduce litter. She wants a question that invites reflection without asking for information or a spoken reply. Which line fits?

• Must our playground stay covered in litter?
• Our playground needs much less litter and more care.
• At what time will tomorrow's litter collection begin?

Leo reads 'Fear was a shadow.' He wants his own metaphor to suggest that fear traps someone. Which choice fits?

• Fear was a shadow.
• Fear was a locked cage.
• He felt afraid throughout the day.

A draft says: 'We aim to listen, careful planning, and act fairly.' Which revision keeps all three aims and uses matching verb phrases after 'We aim to'?

• We aim to listen, plan carefully, and act fairly.
• We aim to listen carefully and act fairly.
• We aim to listen, careful planning, and fair action.

A campaign speech says: 'We need safe paths. We need bright lights. We need clear signs.' The repetition is deliberate. Which explanation connects it to an intended effect?

• It proves that everyone agrees.
• It gives the demands a time order.
• It connects and emphasises them.