English Language Techniques

In the Yr9 Exam checklist.

Rhetorical Question

A question that leaves the audience thinking but does not need an answer.

Hyperbole

An exaggeration for effect.

Anecdote

A short, interesting story.

Contrast

Shows differences between two people, objects, things, places etc.

Quotation

Words, phrases or sentences from another person.

Facts

Something proven to be true.

Statistics

Researched numerical data.

Repetition

Repeating words or phrases for effect.

Use of Personal Pronouns

In place of proper nouns ( names ), personal pronouns can be used to directly address or include the audience.

Connotative Language

Words that suggest an association with something.

Listing

Information placed into a list.

Emotive Language

Words selected to evoke a specific emotion.

Jargon

Special words or expressions used by a profession or group, that are difficult for others to understand.

Imperatives

Commands.