Analysis of Language
What features do you look for when you annotate a persuasive text?
Contention, intention (purpose), tone, audience, arguments, techniques, visual language features, spoken language features
How can you use the mentor texts in your writing?
You can use elements of their style of language, such as use of imagery, satire, an analogy or figurative language. You might use the same structure, such as Mark Gillespie’s ‘Friday essay: on the Sydney Mardi Gras march of 1978’.
What is the role of the Chorus?
The chorus provides background information and commentary on the action, expressing the general view of the public.
What is hamartia?
The tragic, fatal flaw of a character – or a mistake they make
Who recently accused the King and Queen of England of taking bones?
Victorian Senator Lydia Thorpe, in response to the injustices suffered – historically and ongoing - by First Nations peoples as a result of British colonisation.
Should you refer to the images in the introduction? Explain.
Yes. You can briefly identify what they show and describe what written argument they reflect, enhance or criticise.
What might one catalyst for protest be?
A situation’s impact on an individual: personal experience.
As a baby, Oedipus had this body part restrained, which causes him to limp as an adult.
Feet and/or ankles
What is dramatic irony?
When the audience knows something the characters do not
What is the best song in ‘Moana’?
Obviously, ‘You’re welcome!’.
Give some examples of paralinguistic features?
Pitch, volume, tone, intonation, rhythm, and silence, non-vocal elements such as facial expressions, body language, hand gestures, and eye contact
What motives might there be to protest?
Personal reasons, desire for social or political change, making people aware of the breaches of human rights
What is Oedipus' tragic flaw?
Unable to see he is wrong because of his pride.
What does the second-hand Volkswagen symbolise?
Freedom in the face of poverty, as it allows Trevor and Patricia to go wherever they want.
Who is the most recent actor to portray the movie character ‘Batman’?
Robert Pattinson
Do you have to include a conclusion to your language analysis essay? Explain.
No. If you analyse an argument located at the closing of the persuasive text, you have provided a clear substitute to a traditional conclusion.
Explain the difference between a response that explains and a response that reflects.
A response that explains provides information, clarify concepts or describe processes. Typically informative, educational and uses formal language. On the other hand, a response that reflects examines and explores one’s own experiences, thoughts or beliefs. Encourages self-awareness, personal growth, provides insight into the human condition.
Name three major themes ‘Born a Crime’ explored?
* Racism, Apartheid, and the Cycle of Poverty * Identity, Belonging, and Community * Love and Personal Growth * Resilience Through Religion, Education, and Humour
What is the beginning of a Greek play called?
The prologue
How many strings does a ukulele have?
Four!
Describe some words you can use instead of ‘says’ or ‘states’?
Use words like: ‘argues, ‘asserts’, ‘contends’ or ‘opines’.
What is the Framework of Ideas you must write on?
PROTEST!
In what country, city and time period was ‘Born a Crime’ mostly set?
South Africa, primarily Johannesburg during 1980s-1990s
In ‘Born a Crime’, what is the purpose of the preface?
The preface provides a political, cultural and/or historical context for the personal vignettes within each chapter, articulating the views and values of the decision-makers in Noah’s life.
In what state or territory is Cobboboonee National Park?
Victoria, near Portland