Language + Structure Techniques

Question 1

Direct address

Answer 1

Makes the reader feel more involved in the text as they feel the text has been written for them

Question 2

Rhetorical questions

Answer 2

Encourages the reader to consider a concept or idea

Question 3

Imperatives

Answer 3

Makes the reader feel advised or instructions on the actions they should take

Question 4

Facts and figures

Answer 4

Makes the text seem authoritative accurate and believable. They serve an evidential purpose

Question 5

Adjectives

Answer 5

Helps to depict emotions, people and place

Question 6

Repetition

Answer 6

Makes the text seem more memorable. Reinforces ideas.

Question 7

Humour

Answer 7

Makes the text more interesting and engaging to read

Question 8

Triplets

Answer 8

Makes ideas and concepts catchy and memorable

Question 9

Anecdotes

Answer 9

Can evoke an emotional response. Can make a text appear more personal.

Question 10

Opinion

Answer 10

Sways the reader towards the writers viewpoint

Question 11

Listing

Answer 11

Highlights key information and draws attention to several items at once

Question 12

Figurative language and imagery (personification, similes and metaphors)

Answer 12

Makes a text more interesting, vivid or dramatic. Can be used to create mood or emotion.

Question 13

Using comparisons

Answer 13

Highlights key differences of information in a text

Question 14

Technical or subject specific vocabulary

Answer 14

The reader may be unfamiliar with this language. Can add further authenticity. Appeal to a specific audience

Question 15

Exaggeration and hyperbole

Answer 15

Helps to emphasise and draw attention to key ideas within a text