Proving FAP

Once you can FAP a text, you must prove you are right. You can do this by making a LIST.

Look at:

L - What language does the text use? (Is it persuasive, childish, formal?)
I - What information is included in the text? (Is the text full of fact, opinion or a mixture?)
S - How is the text structured, organised or layed out? (Does it have lots of pictures? Lots of writing? Bullet points?)
T - What tone does the piece have? (How would you read it out loud?)


Task: Find a text online, FAP it and prove it by commenting on either Language, Information, Structure or Tone.

All: Identify the format, audience and purpose of the text.

Most: Prove your idea by explaining the language, information, structure or tone of the text.

Some: Remember that the texts can be complex. Try to be as detailed as possible.


I have completed some examples for you with a little extra advice. Use these as guides if you are unsure. If you need a little extra help  post a question on the discussion board.

Miss M

Non Fiction Texts (FAP)

Section A of the exam tests your ability to understand non-fiction (not made up) texts. As you read a text, you should take note of the following:

F - What format is the text written in? (website, letter, advert etc)
A - Which audience is it aimed at? (young people, old people, men, gardeners etc)
P - Why was the text written? What is its purpose? (Inform? Persuade? Advise? Describe)

Task: Find a non-fiction text online. Give a brief description of what it is and include a link. Then FAP the text!

If you need more help try clicking on the title of this post - it is a link to BBC Bitesize!

Miss M.