The Life of Pi (Grade 12 NSC Matric English HL): Flashcards
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Literary style definition
Literary style definition
Specific way an author chooses to tell their story
Main effect of 1st-person narration
Main effect of 1st-person narration
Creates intimate connection between reader & protagonist
3 purposes of 1st-person narration
3 purposes of 1st-person narration
Authenticity, accessibility, emotional connection
Why Martel uses humour in Life of Pi
Why Martel uses humour in Life of Pi
Engage readers, provide relief, make Pi likeable
Purpose of rich imagery
Purpose of rich imagery
Creates immersive sensory experience for readers
2 types of specialised vocab Martel uses
2 types of specialised vocab Martel uses
Animal psychology terminology & nautical jargon
Why Martel uses specialised vocab
Why Martel uses specialised vocab
Creates credibility & authenticity
Roman font used for
Roman font used for
Pi's main narration & interview sections
Italic font represents
Italic font represents
Author's observations & commentary
Cursive font used for
Cursive font used for
Japanese officials' dialogue in Part Three