Texts and Language: Master Key Concepts for English Literature and Language A-Level

Question 1

Hyperbole is a type of figurative language that uses which literary device to create a particular effect?

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Exaggeration

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Metaphor

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Simile

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Personification

Question 2

Which literary device gives human qualities to non-human things?

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Personification

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Metaphor

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Simile

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Irony

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a type of figurative language?

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Literal language

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Metaphor

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Personification

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Oxymoron

Question 4

Which of the following is **not** a type of figurative language that relies on comparison?

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Punctuation

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Metaphor

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Simile

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Personification

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a type of figurative language?

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Punctuation

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Metaphor

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Simile

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Personification

Question 6

Which of the following sentences uses figurative language?

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My heart skipped a beat when I saw her.

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The wind whispered through the trees.

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I'm so hungry I could eat a horse.

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The cat meowed softly.

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a rhetorical device used in language analysis?

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Hypothesis

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Juxtaposition

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Euphemism

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Metonymy

Question 8

Which rhetorical device uses contrasting words or phrases to highlight similarities or differences?

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Antithesis

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Anaphora

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Parallelism

Question 9

What is a defining characteristic of a pun?

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It uses multiple meanings of words for humor.

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It compares two things indirectly.

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It assigns human traits to non-human things.

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It creates a sensory experience through vivid imagery.

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT a type of figurative language?

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Punctuation

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Metaphor

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Symbolism

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Hyperbole

Question 11

Which figure of speech assigns human characteristics to non-human entities?

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Personification

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Metaphor

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Simile

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Hyperbole

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT a type of figurative language?

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Foreshadowing

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Simile

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Metaphor

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Personification

Question 13

Which discourse analysis approach emphasizes the interplay between language and power?

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Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA)

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Discourse Analysis (DA)

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Functional Linguistics

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Conversation Analysis (CA)

Question 14

How can language be used to show and strengthen power differences in discourse analysis?

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Language can be used to show who is in charge and to control others.

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Language always shows the real-life experiences of everyone equally.

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Language has no effect on power dynamics and is always neutral.

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Language can only be used to challenge power structures, not to strengthen them.

Question 15

Besides exploring the societal impact of scientific and technological advancements, which characteristic is commonly associated with the science fiction genre?

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Emphasis on exploring social and political implications

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Focus on depicting realistic historical events

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Use of simplistic and everyday language

Question 16

Which element is **not** typically found in the introduction of a short story?

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Resolving the conflict

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Establishing the setting

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Introducing the main character

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Establishing the central conflict

Question 17

Which of the following is NOT a type of figurative language?

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Punctuation

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Metaphor

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Simile

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Personification

Question 18

Which of the following is typically avoided in formal register?

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Contractions

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Standard grammar and punctuation

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Impersonal language

Question 19

Which term does NOT describe a type of connotation?

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Literal meaning

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Positive connotation

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Negative connotation

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Neutral connotation

Question 20

What is a defining characteristic of informal language?

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Frequent use of contractions and slang

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Use of formal grammar and punctuation

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Typically includes complex sentence structures

Question 21

How does film, as a medium, use specific language features to convey meaning and create impact?

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Film uses framing, lighting, camera angles, and editing to convey meaning.

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Film relies heavily on dialogue to communicate its narrative and themes.

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Film language is exclusively literal, without any figurative or symbolic elements.

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Film language is universally understood by audiences, regardless of cultural or linguistic background.

Question 22

Which type of personification involves giving human characteristics to a season?

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Seasonal Personification

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Anthropomorphism

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Prosopopoeia

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Nature Personification

Question 23

Which technique do authors use to create vivid sensory imagery by consistently using metaphors and similes from a specific sensory domain?

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Sensory Imagery

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Sensory Detail

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Sensory Overload

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Sensory Description

Question 24

Which literary device is used in the sentence: 'The crimson lanterns of ripe apples glowed in the fading sunlight'?

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Visual imagery

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Auditory imagery

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Tactile imagery

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Kinesthetic imagery

Question 25

Which of the following is a feature of formal language?

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Complex sentence structures

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Contractions

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Slang

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Personal pronouns

Question 26

Which of the following is NOT a type of figurative language?

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Anecdote

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Metaphor

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Simile

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Personification

Question 27

Which of the following is not a type of language variation?

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Ethnicity

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Dialect

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Sociolect

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Register

Question 28

Which of the following is NOT a defining characteristic of a sociolect?

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Body language

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Vocabulary

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Grammar

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Pronunciation

Question 29

Which of the following words is a homonym of "bat" that refers to a piece of sports equipment?

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Baseball bat

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Bathtub

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Batter

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Batman

Question 30

Which of the following is NOT a factor that influences language variation?

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Personality type

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Regional location

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Age group

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Occupation

Question 31

Which of the following is NOT a type of figurative language?

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Grammar

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Metaphor

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Simile

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Personification

Question 32

In literature, foreshadowing is a technique used to hint at future events. What is its main purpose?

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To build excitement and suspense for the reader

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To give clear and direct clues about what will happen next

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To only reveal the ending of the story

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To trick and confuse the reader

Question 33

How do different genres (poetry, drama, and fiction) use specific language and structures to influence the reader's experience and understanding of the text?

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The unique language and structures of genres enhance the reader's immersion, comprehension, and engagement with the text.

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All genres use the same language and structures, only differing in topic.

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Genre conventions are mainly used to organize texts.

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The choice of language and structure in genres is only based on the author's preference.

Question 34

Identify the key features and conventions that differentiate literary genres. Explain how these elements influence the interpretation and impact of literary works.

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The unique elements of a literary genre shape readers' expectations and guide their understanding of the work.

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Literary genres have no distinguishing characteristics or conventions.

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Genre classification in literature is arbitrary and provides no valuable insights for analysis.

Question 35

In language analysis, what does the term 'semantics' refer to?

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The study of word and sentence meanings

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The study of language sounds

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The study of language structure

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The study of language history

Question 36

What is the distinction between denotation and connotation in language?

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Denotation refers to the literal meaning, while connotation conveys implied meanings

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Denotation conveys implied meanings, while connotation refers to the literal meaning

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They are interchangeable and have identical meanings

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There is no difference between denotation and connotation

Question 37

What is the primary purpose of using academic vocabulary in written communication?

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To enhance the text's formality and precision

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To create a favorable impression on the reader

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To avoid the use of everyday language

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To exhibit knowledge superiority

Question 38

How do thesis statements differ from topic sentences?

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Thesis statements provide a comprehensive overview of the argument, while topic sentences support specific points

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Topic sentences provide a comprehensive overview of the argument, while thesis statements support specific points

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They are interchangeable and serve the same purpose

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There is no difference between thesis statements and topic sentences

Question 39

Which of the following is NOT a key concept in the unit Texts and Language?

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Phonetics

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Discourse analysis

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Stylistics

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Pragmatics

Question 40

What is the term used to describe the arrangement of words and phrases in a text?

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Syntax

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Semantics

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Pragmatics

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Discourse

Question 41

What is the study of the history of language called?

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Etymology

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Phonology

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Morphology

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Syntax

Question 42

The term used to describe the rules governing the formation of sentences in a language is known as:

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Syntax

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Semantics

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Morphology

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Phonology

Question 43

The study of the social and cultural context in which language is used is known as:

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Sociolinguistics

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Psycholinguistics

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Computational linguistics

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Historical linguistics

Question 44

Which term describes the deliberate use of language to achieve a specific effect or response?

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Rhetoric

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Stylistics

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Semantics

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Pragmatics

Question 45

Interpreting a text in various ways is known as:

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Hermeneutics

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Structuralism

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Post-modernism

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Deconstruction

Question 46

The purpose of using metalanguage in literary analysis is to:

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Explain complex concepts clearly

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Avoid using specialized terminology

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Impress the reader with academic vocabulary

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Make the analysis more subjective

Question 47

Which of the following is NOT a key concept in the study of texts and language?

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Mathematics

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Discourse

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Genre

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Authorship

Question 48

What is the term used to describe the way in which language is used in a particular context?

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Register

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Dialect

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Accent

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Syntax

Question 49

Which of the following is an example of a primary text?

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A novel

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A newspaper article

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A government report

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A review of a novel

Question 50

What is the purpose of a multimodal text?

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To convey information through multiple modes of communication

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To provide a single perspective on a topic

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To entertain the reader

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To help readers to understand a complex topic

Question 51

What field of study investigates language variation among different social groups?

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Sociolinguistics

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Phonetics

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Syntax

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Morphology

Question 52

Which feature is characteristic of formal language?

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Complex sentence structure

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Contractions

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Slang

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Informal tone

Question 53

What is the primary aim of performing a discourse analysis?

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Analyzing the social and cultural context of a text

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Identifying linguistic patterns in a text

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Determining the author's intended meaning

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Evaluating the literary merit of a text

Question 54

Distinguish between denotation and connotation. Which definition is accurate?

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Denotation refers to a word's literal meaning, while connotation refers to its emotional or associative meaning.

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Connotation refers to a word's literal meaning, while denotation refers to its emotional or associative meaning.

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Denotation and connotation are synonymous.

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There is no difference between denotation and connotation.

Question 55

In English Literature A-Level, which assessment objective focuses on interpreting and evaluating texts?

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AO2

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AO1

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AO3

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AO4

Question 56

Which of the following is a defining characteristic of postmodern texts?

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Non-linear narrative structure

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Emphasis on chronological order

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Use of conventional language

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Focus on objective reality

Question 57

Which of the following is a distinctive feature of spoken language?

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Informal vocabulary and expressions

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Grammatically flawless sentences

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Precise pronunciation

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Formal tone and register

Question 58

What is the primary purpose of using metalanguage in literary analysis?

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To analyze and describe language use

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To narrate a story

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To persuade the reader

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To provide historical context

Question 59

In a literary essay, what is the primary function of a thesis statement?

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To present a central argument or perspective

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To summarize the plot of the analyzed work

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To provide background information

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To introduce the main characters

Question 60

Which of the following is NOT considered a type of figurative language?

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Prose

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Metaphor

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Simile

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Hyperbole

Question 61

What is the main purpose of discourse analysis in English Language A-Level?

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To analyze language structure and usage in social contexts

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To identify grammatical errors

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To enhance writing skills

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To study the historical evolution of language

Question 62

Which of the following is NOT a key concept in the study of texts and language?

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Metaphysics

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Genre

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Syntax

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Denotation

Question 63

In English Literature, which assessment objective primarily focuses on the analysis of figurative language?

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AO1: Close Textual Analysis

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AO2: Contextual Understanding

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AO3: Critical and Comparative Analysis

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AO4: Personal Response

Question 64

Which characteristic is associated with post-structuralist literary criticism?

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Challenges the notion of a fixed meaning

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Emphasizes the author's sole significance

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Relies exclusively on close reading techniques

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Prioritizes the historical context over textual analysis