Grammar list Flashcards
What type of sentences are mostly used in the text?
Declarative sentences
These sentences provide information and opinions, such as the statement about artisan food.
What is the purpose of interrogative sentences in the text?
Engage the reader and create a conversational tone
For example, the question about ‘radish and thistle nectarnini’ invites reflection on trends.
What mood is used in the sentence ‘Leave us a comment on Twitter, Google or Facebook’?
Imperative mood
This prompts reader interaction.
What effect does the use of first-person pronouns create?
A sense of shared experience and inclusivity
Phrases like ‘we’ve got’ draw readers into a community.
What is the role of third-person pronouns in the text?
Positions the writer as an informed observer
This is seen in phrases like ‘According to some experts’.
Give examples of concrete nouns mentioned in the text.
- Bread
- Sausages
- Ice creams
These nouns provide tangible examples of the trends being criticized.
What do noun phrases like ‘artisan bread’ and ‘posh version of junk food’ do?
Add specificity and detail
They enhance the descriptive quality of the text.
What verb tense is primarily used for general truths and opinions in the text?
Present simple tense
Example: ‘Bread, sausages and ice creams have to be artisan.’
What does the present continuous tense suggest about trends?
Emphasizes ongoing relevance and persistence
The phrase ‘doing the rounds’ indicates current trends.
How does the past simple tense contribute to the argument?
Highlights historical context
Example: ‘the diet followed by cavemen who lived till the grand old age of 30’.
What implied criticism is present in the text?
Mocks the paleo diet’s claim of being the healthiest way to eat
Mentioning cavemen living till 30 serves this purpose.
What tone is often used in the blog?
Sarcastic
Example: ‘endless queues like at the Dominique Ansel bakery in New York.’
What does the phrase ‘doing the rounds’ imply about food trends?
Trends are actively circulating and prevalent
This conveys urgency in the critique.
What does ‘can be made into’ suggest about trends?
Ongoing nature of creating various types of cocktails
Highlights continuous evolution in culinary trends.
How do present continuous verbs affect the text’s immediacy?
Creates a sense of ongoing action
This makes the trends feel current and relatable.
What community feeling is fostered by the use of first-person pronouns?
A sense of community and shared identity
It positions readers as participants in the dining culture.
What dynamic does the use of third-person pronouns create?
An ‘us vs. them’ dynamic
It emphasizes a distance between the writer and the trendsetters.
What does the phrase ‘are doing the rounds’ convey?
Widespread and persistent trends
This representation emphasizes their relevance.
What effect does describing trends as ‘ongoing’ have on reader engagement?
Invites readers to participate in current debates
It encourages them to share opinions and experiences.
Fill in the blank: The blog constructs a representation of contemporary food trends as _______.
[pretentious and impractical]
True or False: The text uses both humor and critique to engage the reader.
True
