Language Analysis: Genre and Mode (AQA A-Level English Language): Flashcards
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Genre definition
Genre definition
Category or type of text (e.g., poetry, blogs, articles)
Mode definition
Mode definition
Method through which communication takes place
Three primary modes of communication
Three primary modes of communication
Written, spoken, and multimodal
Key characteristics of written mode
Key characteristics of written mode
Formal, complex sentences, standard grammar, planned
Key characteristics of spoken mode
Key characteristics of spoken mode
Informal, shorter sentences, fillers, hesitations, repetition
Multimodal texts definition
Multimodal texts definition
Combine elements from different modes (text, image, sound)
How genre & mode affect lexical choices
How genre & mode affect lexical choices
Vocabulary selection changes depending on genre and mode
How intended audience affects language
How intended audience affects language
Writers adapt language according to who receives the message
How purpose influences genre & mode
How purpose influences genre & mode
Intended outcome guides selection (persuade, inform, entertain)
First step in language analysis
First step in language analysis
Identifying the genre and mode of the text