Instructions and the judgement between the steps
Original practice source: a commentary about instructions.
Clear instructions can prevent a beginner from being forced to guess what an experienced person has left unstated. Consistent names, a usable order and an account of what is needed allow somebody else to begin responsibly.
Not every situation can be described as an identical sequence. Conditions may vary, or a choice may depend on what the person observes. A useful instruction can explain when to stop, ask or adapt rather than pretend that judgement has been removed. Precision is strongest when it identifies the decisions which remain, not only the steps already settled.
A national newspaper is running an essay competition on the statement: “Good instructions should leave no room for judgement.”
Write an essay for the competition arguing your view. You may use ideas from the source and your own ideas.
60 exam-style questions on Oxford AQA IGCSE English Language 2.2 Section B: Directed writing, covering 2.2.1 Writing for audience and purpose, 2.2.2 Responding to multiple and diverse demands, and 2.2.3 Writing linked to the Section A sources. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.