English Language Important Terms

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Command Words

Terms used in exam questions that instruct students on how to respond, such as "analyze," "compare," and "discuss."

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Analyze

Examine in detail to show meaning, identify elements, and the relationship between them.

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Compare

Identify/comment on similarities and/or differences between texts or ideas.

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Discuss

Write about issue(s) or topic(s) in depth in a structured way.

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Form

Refers to the text type and its overall presentation, including its structure and purpose.

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Purpose

The reason a text is created, such as to inform, persuade, or entertain.

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Audience

The intended reader(s) or listener(s) of a text, which can be general or specific.

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Structure

The organization and ordering of a text, including its beginning, middle, and end.

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Language

Comprises lexis, sentence variety, and figurative language used in a text.

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Lexis

The author's word choice and vocabulary used in a text.

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Register

The language and grammar usage appropriate to a specific group, role, or situation.

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Sentence Variety

The choices a writer makes regarding the length, type, and style of sentences.

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Figurative Language

Language that represents an idea beyond its literal meaning, including metaphors and similes.

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Context

The situation or background surrounding a text or its writer, influencing its meaning.

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Point of View

The perspective from which a story is told, including 1st, 2nd, and 3rd person narratives.

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1st Person POV

A narrative perspective using "I" or "we," limited to the character's knowledge.

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2nd Person POV

A narrative perspective using "you," often found in self-help literature.

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3rd Person POV

A detached narrative perspective that describes actions and dialogue without insight into characters' thoughts.

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3rd Person Omniscient

A narrative perspective with unlimited knowledge of all characters' thoughts and behaviors.

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3rd Person Limited Omniscient

A narrative perspective that provides insight into only one character's thoughts and feelings.