RUAE question structures Flashcards
How to answer question on effectiveness
quote
explain how it introduces/engages reader in purpose of text.
how does it make argument clear/summarises main points/ purpose of argument.
Usually, worth 2m
Structure for linking question
End of paragraph - The word/expression “.” Links back to “.” Which has discussed in paragraph “.”
Start of paragraph - The word/expression “.” Introduces the idea of “.” Which is going to be discussed in paragraph “.”
(Explain how it links before and after)
Try to use own words/rephrase
10 marker question structure
Commonality (2)
How Commonality (theme/character/setting) seen in extract in rest of the novel – refer to techniques
Extract (2)
Two quotes you explain from extract
Rest of the novel (6)
Three or six quotes from rest of novel – explain and reference
Structure for imagery
Explain the comparison
between what’s said.
Just as… (explain the literal meaning for example if comparing ice give meaning of what that is)
So… (explore the metaphor meaning)
Word choice formula
through word choice of…
this has connotations/denotations of…
this suggest…(relate to question)
How to answer a question on tone
Identify the tone
Select quote of word choice, sentence structure or imagery suggests this
Explain how this created that tone/feelings (connotation of that word)
Types of tones and what they suggest:
Lighthearted - informal and conversational
Irony - figure of speech
Mocking - making fun of the topic or element of it
Humorous - straightforward
Serious - figure of speech - formal
Conversational - friendly, directly addressing reader
What is the effect of a short sentence
gives a particular impact such as, suspense, or urgency, to suggest informality. Or abbreviations. In notes and diaries.
What is the effect of a dash
adds extra info. A breaking off in the sentence –
Formula for sentence steucture
Quote
Identify the technique. And punctuation used.
( Is the sentence a command, statement, explanation, question or demand. )
Explain the punctuation or sentence length and explain the effect of that
Effect of a comma
Separate ideas, lists - makes points
Effect of a question mark
Confused or unsure/curious - asking questions
rehtorical question - irony
Effect of colon
Introduce lists - further explaining things, proving a point
what to write for an imagery question
word choice
comparison (imagery) Just as, so
sentence structure
