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Introduction | |
Tip 1: Zooming In and Out | |
Tip 3: Using Transitional Phrases | |
Tip 4: Embedding Quotations |
In this chapter, we will explore essential exam skills for analyzing a writer's language in English language or literature exams. This includes understanding how writers use language to convey meaning and create effects for the reader.
Imagery is a key term to understand when analyzing a writer's language. It refers to literary techniques or devices that help create a visual image in the reader's mind.
Imagine you have a camera:
DICE stands for four key skills in the assessment criteria:
Link your points smoothly with phrases such as:
Keep quotations short and integrate them seamlessly into your sentences. For example:
Analyzing a writer's language involves understanding and explaining how different literary devices create imagery and affect the reader. By using techniques such as zooming in and out, applying DICE, using transitional phrases, and embedding quotations, you can effectively analyze and interpret texts in your exams.
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1. How can writers use zooming in and out to create emphasis in their writing? |
2. What are some examples of transitional phrases that writers can use to improve the flow of their writing? |
3. How can embedding quotations enhance the impact of a writer's argument or narrative? |
4. Why is it important for students to understand how writers use language for effect in their exams? |
5. How can students practice and improve their skills in analyzing language for effect in preparation for exams? |
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