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Forms, Structures and Language Features are key words in the Stage 6 syllabus. (Look at the Outcomes) The table below outlines typical forms, their structures and language features. The Links take you to models and other relevant sites. |
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Speech (Exposition) |
Point of view and Preview of arguments. May pose a question Series of main points with supporting details Refocused point of view |
emotive language rhetorical questions anecdotes words associated with reasoning eg therefore words associated with evaluation eg significantly modality contrast and comparison |
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Review (Response)
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Introduce context and evaluation Explain the evaluation using details from the text Recommendation and audience |
adjectives indicating judgement words associated with technical features eg closeups, characters, actors, lighting longer complex sentences |
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Interview (Exposition) |
Two guests with different points of view Each guest builds up arguments to support a point of view Concluding comments by host |
colloquial language establishes 'voice' of speakers shorter sentences ellipsis and fragments of sentences personal experiences words associated with reasoning and feelings eg well, I do think... words associated with evaluation eg therefore |
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Feature Article (Exposition)
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Poses a question for exploration and background Series of main points investigating the question Draws a conclusion by considering information collected and discussed. |
personal tone, mix of colloquial and formal language exaggerations and generalisations facts and research expert opinions emotive words rhetorical questions relevant jargon associated with topic |
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