language paper 1 Flashcards

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1
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what do long sentences create?

A

overwhelming depressing atmosphere

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2
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what do short sentences create?

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pace and energy

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3
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what are some structural devices?

A
creation of tension
flashbacks
flashforward
contrast
repeated patterns 
delay of information
general to specific 
tone 
sentence lengths
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4
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why are oxymorons used?

A

makes you stop and look and wonder

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5
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what is a euphemism?

A

words instead of the actual harsh words

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6
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what is pathetic fallacy?

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when you give human FEELINGS to a object

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7
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what is hyperbole?

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exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally

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8
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what are the 4 sentence types?

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simple, compound, complex, compound complex

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9
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words for interest?

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engage
intrigue
hook

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10
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what does Q4 include?

A

language and structure

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11
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what could make it seem like you are there with the reader in Q4?

A

description - vivid images, emotive language - character makes you feel that way

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12
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what could it make you seem like you aren’t there in Q4?

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flashbacks - writers personal experience

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