SAQ Punctuation Flashcards
1
Q
quotation marks
A
- author means opposite (irony, sarcasm)
- author casting doubt on the subject
- author using pun/wordplay
- author finds use of word invalid
- idea applies to only some people
- word is not used conventionally
- emphasise/highlight
2
Q
parenthesis
A
- include additional piece of info relevant but not central to the discussion
- addition of a contradicting idea
- point out contradiction / hypocrisy
- support author’s assertion
3
Q
dashes
A
- introduce additional information to support / clarify
- denote abrupt change in thought
- dramatic pause for emphasis
- display a list
4
Q
italicising / underlining / bold
A
- emphasis
- italicisation: implies subtle criticism of the status quo
5
Q
capitalisation
A
parody, mock, caricaturise, imitate
6
Q
excessive hyphenation
A
- repeating
- spoken very quickly
- become a stock phrase—insincere
7
Q
ellipsis (…)
A
- repeated cycle
- endless list
- create suspense / anticipation
