Labov: types of discourse Flashcards
1
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Abstract
A
an indication that the speaker wants a listener’s attention and is signalling the start of the narrative
2
Q
Orientation
A
the ‘who, where, what, why’ that sets the scene and provides information
3
Q
Complicating action
A
the main body of the narrative
4
Q
Resolution
A
the ending of narrative that ties up loose ends and provides closure
5
Q
Coda
A
a signal that the narrative has ended
6
Q
Internal evaluation
A
an expression of attitude towards the events in a narrative that occur in the same time frame as the main action
7
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External evaluation
A
an expression of attitude where the speaker ‘stands back’ from the main action
