• To provide a warm-up activity
• To check the extent of prior learning
• To check on and stimulate recall
• To stimulate interest, engagement and depth of thinking
• To identify future learning needs
• To review and consolidate the learning objectives of the lesson
• To diagnose learning difficulties
• To focus attention on the teacher or a particular resource
• To help share ideas amongst the pupils
• To encourage expression of feelings or opinions
• To stimulate language development and reasoning skills

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