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How to structure an exam answer

First you must allocate time to feature spot the text after the reading time set, this can be about 5 minutes. Look for where ambitious terminology can be used, for example, if amelioration (language change ...
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Evaluate the idea that British Standard English is superior to other varieties of English used around the world.

In every language, there is an observable both linguistic and social distinction between the standard, non-regional variety, which is generally seen as more prestigious by its speakers, and its dialectal var...
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Identify the word class and archaic spelling patterns of the following words using appropriate terminology: A) 'Passe' B) 'Seruice' [4 marks]

This question highlights the importance of basic terminology and is specifically asking to identify the word class and archaic spelling pattern of each word. In order to decipher the two components the quest...
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Examine the view that Barker presents issues around class division as the most important theme in Regeneration

Essay plan: Intro: AO5: Class is presented as a dividing theme, one that separates men when war is often presented as unifying experience for men, a common pain. Briefly address other key themes Barker explo...
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What is the importance of marked and unmarked terms?

Marked and unmarked terms are very useful when analysing the representation of gender in texts as words which are marked are those which are ascribed less prestige than the standard form of a word. Gender in...
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