Linstead Flashcards
1
Q
What is in a formal letter?
A
- clear statement of purpose
- clear paragraphs which sustain arguement/persuade/advise
- a topic paragraph which acknowledges the opposing view
- forceful conclusion
- appropriate language
- opinions disguised as facts
- quotations
- statistics!
2
Q
Layout of a formal letter?
A
- your address, top right
- date beneath it
- recipients address on the left
- salutation (dear sir, twonk face etc)
- first paragraph
- three middle paragraphs
- closing paragraphs
- yours faithfully (if we dont know them)/ yours sincerely (if we know them)
3
Q
Layout of an informal letter?
A
- address, top right corner
- date underneath
- salutation, on the left
- short intro
- 3/4 paragraphs
- final paragraphs
- informal closure (love, cheers mate)
- your first name!
4
Q
structure of a feature article?
A
- heading
- introduction (anecdotal lead? must be engaging)
- nutgraf (explaining the subject matter, focuses on major points (3/4 paragraphs)
- main body
(eye witnesses, further anecdotes, contrary and oppositional views) - CONC
end with a memorable phrase
5
Q
how to write a conclusion?
A
- should be punchy, short and deliver a quick summary of what has been discussed in the article and end with a memorable catch phrase or idea that’ll stay with the reader
6
Q
How to introduce a person and their quote
A
- Introduce the person “such and such of minnesota university says…”
- when asked if duh duh duh, Zizek said …
- start with an actual quote, after the quote introduce them, gives credibility
7
Q
What is PALL?
A
- Purpose, why it has been written
- Audience, Who is it for?
- Language, How does the language persuade the audience and tell us who they are?
- Layout, Why the format as it is-audience/purpose?
8
Q
What is PEE and PEEL?
A
- Point
- Evidence (quotations)
- Expand/explain
(- Link, when making comparisons)
9
Q
What aspects of writing must we evaluate?
A
- Complex, technical or simple
- Formal or informal, abbreviations/slang
- Literal or poetic
- Factual/objective or opinion based or emotive
- Choice of words
- Highlight phrases and words that stick out
10
Q
What might you be asked in Unit 2 (Section A)?
A
- locating and retrieving information
- impressions and images
- viewpoint and attitude
- intended audience
- analysis of writers techniques
- comparison and evaluation of texts
11
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What does the first question usually entail? section A
A
- Picking out and sometimes commenting on specific details.
- if the question says “list”, then bullet points are fine
- question is common in foundation
12
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What does the second question usually entail? Section A
A
- “What do we learn about…” and “how does the writer…”
- When the question says HOW then you must use PEE/PEEL
13
Q
What does the third question entail? Section A
A
- This will ask to make comparisons between 2 sources
14
Q
What should someone consider during Section A?
A
- "The Big Picture" Understand: - What it is about - What it was written for - Why it was written - How it was written
15
Q
What must you do to achieve even a C grade?
A
- Punctuate correctly, use commas, semi colons, apostrophes and full stops
- use paragraphs to organise your ideas
- write clearly
- you must entertain and interest the reader
