Language Analysis

Question 1

Rhyme

Answer 1

Makes the text memorable and can make poems amusing. Can tie together the middle and end of verses.

Question 2

Rhythm

Answer 2

Makes the text as a whole more memorable and makes it flow better.

Question 3

Alliteration

Answer 3

Makes small sections of the text hang together and flow better. Draws our attention to this phrase. Creates a harder or softer mood.

Question 4

Assonance

Answer 4

Makes small sections of the text hang together and flow better. Draws our attention to this phrase. Repetition of vowels generally gives a soft, quiet, calm mood.

Question 5

Onomatopoeia

Answer 5

This helps us hear the actual sound being named and therefore we understand it properly or it transports us to the place of the sound.

Question 6

Repetition

Answer 6

This is used to emphasize whatever is being said or written, or to mimic repetition in nature.

Question 7

Semantic Field

Answer 7

Sets the scene well

Question 8

Simile

Answer 8

All imagery gives the thing being described the characteristics of something else. It enlivens descriptions by helping us to see these things in a new light.

Question 9

Metaphor

Answer 9

All imagery gives the thing being described the characteristics of something else. It enlivens descriptions by helping us to see these things in a new light.

Question 10

Personification

Answer 10

Personification makes inanimate objects seem lively and lifelike while it also contributes to our sense of oneness with the object.

Question 11

Vocabulary

Answer 11

Sometimes, more unusual words provide more specific meaning than common ones. Specialized or technical words make it seem like the writer really knows the topic.

Question 12

Slang

Answer 12

The text becomes informal and could show that the writer belongs to a certain social group and period of time

Question 13

Hyperbole

Answer 13

Used for emphasis to get a point across.

Question 14

Litotes

Answer 14

Shows just how strong the emotion is.

Question 15

Multiple adjectives

Answer 15

Builds up a very full picture of the object or activity so that it becomes very clear in the reader’s mind.

Question 16

Complex sentences

Answer 16

Used to provide explanations and other more detailed information about the idea expressed in the main clause.

Question 17

Rhetorical question

Answer 17

To get the readers’ / audience’s attention and make them think about the answer before giving it.

Question 18

Use of command

Answer 18

To catch people’s attention, whether it’s another character in a narrative or the audience listening to a speaker. Shows power.

Question 19

First Person

Answer 19

Gives immediacy to the text – the author makes a direct connection with the reader. The emotional qualities of the text are more available. “We” in a speech involves the audience with the speaker.

Question 20

Symbolism

Answer 20

An author can use a symbol so that the reader / audience understands the emotions invested in the object without describing those emotions every time the object is used.

Question 21

Listing

Answer 21

Shows the extent of/emphasises the topic being discussed; shows the author’s knowledge of the topic.

Question 22

Emotive Language

Answer 22

The attitude and emotions of the author are transferred or made clear to the reader.

Question 23

Statistics

Answer 23

A statistic gives the impression that the writer is authoritative and knowledgeable.