Phonological features of formal texts

Question 1

Phonological patterning features

Answer 1

• alliteration, assonance, consonance
• onomatopoeia, rhythm, rhyme

Question 2

Alliteration

Answer 2

A form of consonance, but only at the start of words. Commonly used in poetry, newspaper, headlines, and political speeches. E.g. Sally shelled seashells at the seashore.

Question 3

Consonance

Answer 3

Repetition of the same or similar sounding consonants(these can occur anywhere in a word). E.g. All mammals named Sam are clammy.

Question 4

Assonance

Answer 4

Repetition of the same or similar vowel sounds. Commonly used in poetry and headlines. E.g. Do you like blue?

Question 5

Sound associations: Why are they used?

Answer 5

• to emphasize or indicate seriousness
• directs attention to particular words
• creates a rhythm that can make a memorable speech

Question 6

Onomatopoeia

Answer 6

Words with pronounciation that echoes natural sounds. Why: creative, vivid, brings things to life

Question 7

Rhyme

Answer 7

Recurrent use of similar sounding syllables at the end of lines(used in poetry or informal language of rapping.)

Question 8

Rhythm

Answer 8

The regular recurrence of stress in speech. Used to create a specific atmosphere or mood. Especially used in formal speeches that are designed to commemorate.