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Chapter 12 Using Language Effectively

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Chapter 12 Using Language Effectively

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Objectives

Understand how to use appropriate language

Understand the difference between different literary language devices

Understand the difference between denotative and connotative

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Denotative vs Connotative

  • Denotative
    • Literal dictionary definition
    • What it actually is
  • Connotative
    • The feelings, thoughts, beliefs, themes, etc associated with a word

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Literary Devices

Metaphor

Imagery

Simile

Used to create a comparision without using "like" or "as"

Creating different mental images of an object, place, or thing

Used to create a comparision by using "like" or "as"

Alliteration

Repetition

Antithesis

Repeating intial consonant in close or adjoining words

Using the same word or set of words to invoke meaning

Juxtaposition of ideas or the opposite of statements located right next to each other

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Using Appropriate Language

  • Occasion
    • Tone, Purpose, Formality
  • Audience
    • Values, Beliefs, Demographics, Knowledge
  • Topic
    • Clarity, Relevance, Emotional Impact
  • Speaker
    • Expertise, Honesty, Respect

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