What the task requires
What the task requires
A speech is a transactional text written to make listeners understand, consider or act on a focused subject. Your choices must suit the purpose and audience, so relevant ideas, developed reasoning and controlled communication matter more than memorised terminology.
Step-by-step lessons on Edexcel GCSE English Language 2.3.12 Write a text for a speech. Each one builds up to exam-style questions. Start with the non-fiction reading and comparison skills before moving on to extended writing, since Component 2 carries the larger 60% weighting and technical accuracy in spelling, punctuation and grammar is assessed throughout.