Language & Style - Meet Helen Goh...

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What is the effect of the phrase “did a runner” in the context of the pastry chef’s sudden departure?

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It uses informal, idiomatic language to inject humour and surprise

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The writer describes the yo-yo biscuit as a “double-layered melting moment with butter-cream filling.” This phrase best serves to:

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Use vivid, sensory language to engage the reader’s imagination

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What is the effect of the neologism “Ottolenghifying”?

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It adds a humorous and playful tone to the discussion of culinary innovation

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The phrase “I was a bit sheepish” is an example of:

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Figurative and idiomatic language showing modesty

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What is the effect of quoting Goh’s thoughts directly (e.g., “OK, so now I’ve got to cook”) in the article?

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It brings the reader closer to Goh’s personal experience through authentic voice

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In describing Goh’s emotional exhaustion, the writer includes the quote: “I was so tired and drained, I didn’t know how I was going to cook the next day.” This contributes most clearly to:

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Creating empathy through emotionally charged, relatable language

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The phrase “hitting the spot” is used by Goh to describe both baking and psychology. What is the effect of this phrase in context?

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It connects two fields through familiar and satisfying idiomatic language

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The overall tone of the article can best be described as:

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Conversational and light-hearted with moments of reflection

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How does the writer blend humour and realism in the phrase: “wondering how I could break an arm or a leg so I didn’t have to come back the next day”?

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Through irony, revealing how extreme exhaustion impacts her thinking

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Which language technique is used in “World’s Best Chocolate Cake” and what is its likely purpose?

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Hyperbole, to dramatize Goh’s culinary success