AS Flashcards
what does SPAGS mean
Spelling, Punctuation, and Grammar
Starter when speaking of lexis…
Lexically, the writer has chosen to use (quote) to (explain)
OR
In terms of lexis (quote) is used to (explain)
Starter when speaking of structure
Structurally, the writer uses (X paragraphs/sentences) due to the fact that the audience is/are…
when speaking of prosodic features
A formal/informal tone is introduced with (word class) such as (quote) this leaves the (audience) feeling like…
paragraph starters
Consequently, On the other hand, In contrast, For this reason, In other words, Ultimately, Although, Since
Interesting words to include
Ostensibly, ostentatious, Satiate,
Sentence connectors
Moreover, conversely, provided that
What questions should we ask when considering from structure and language?
How do the linguistic strategies employed create meaning?
AND
How is the audience positioned to feel?
Format of talking about two text types in the same paragraph
Text A and B both focus on the topic of… However, the fact that they have different purposes and are aimed at different audiences, reveals some interesting differences. both texts contain the use of(linguistic term) for example… text A uses this to…whereas text B uses this to…
WHAT ARE THE FOUR SENTENCE TYPES
Declarative sentences, Interrogative sentences, Imperative sentences,
Exclamatory sentences
WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF TONE
Formal, Informal, Direct, Indirect, Positive/ Euphemistic, Negative/ Dysphemistic. Conversational, Assertive, Persuasive
What do you talk about concerning form
Tone, Purpose/ audience. text type, layout
What do you talk about when talking about structure
long( give a lot of detail so the audience understands in depth)/short(to explain a topic so the audience can digest easily) paragraphs. Types of sentences. sentence structure. bullet points.
What do you talk about when talking about language
metaphors, Similes, choice of diction. Adjectives.
