Article Writing: Sample Analysis

1) Identify the literary device in the title.

• Alliteration
• Metaphor
• Onomatopoeia
• Allusion

Answer explanation

allusion:

an implied or indirect reference to a person, event, or thing or to a part of another text. Most allusions are based on the assumption that there is a body of knowledge that is shared by the author and the reader and that therefore the reader will understand the author's referent.

2) In the introduction (paragraph 1), which literary device does the writer use to engage the reader directly?

• Metaphor
• Anaphora

• Alliteration
• Rhetorical question

3. 3) In the second paragraph, the writer uses different phrases to refer to the monitor lizard:

"elusive reptilian _______" and "overgrown lizard"

4) Why does the writer refer to the monitor lizard in three different ways in paragraph 2?

• To confuse the readers with inconsistent descriptions.
• To highlight the importance of the monitor lizard.
• To demonstrate the writer's lack of knowledge about the subject.
• To avoid repetition and add variety to the writing.

5) How does the writer create a lively and engaging tone in paragraph 2?

• Use of short and long sentences

• Descriptive language, emotive words

• Engaging dialogue

• Use of passive voice

• Use of active voice

6) In paragraph 2, how does the writer show his awareness of his Audience / establish rapport with the readers to appeal to them?

• By using inclusive language.

• By acknowledging potential counterarguments.

• By referring to things that appeal to them, eg social media.

• By using technical jargon and complex language
• By referring to things that they are familiar with, eg Ben 10.

7) In paragraph 3, how does the writer create a lively and engaging tone?

• Emotive words & descriptive language

• Use of technical jargon and sophisticated sentences.

• Humor and direct address to the reader

• Punctuation

8) In paragraph 3, the writer describes the scenes in detail. What is the intended effect?

• To speed up the pace of the narrative
• To make the writing more engaging

• To confuse the reader with unnecessary details
• To create a vivid and immersive experience for the reader

9) Identify the literary device in the sub-heading of paragraph 4.

• simile
• metaphor
• personification
• alliteration

Answer explanation

Alliteration is a fun poetic device where words in a sentence or phrase start with the same sound. It's like a tongue twister, but in writing!

Now, let's look at "good grub." Both words start with the "g" sound, right? That's what makes it alliteration. It's not just about the letter, but the sound it makes. So when you say "good grub," you're using alliteration because both words have that same "g" sound at the beginning. It adds a nice rhythm and emphasis to the phrase, making it catchy and memorable.

10) Identify the persuasive techniques in the conclusion (paragraph 5).

• Logical reasoning and repetition
• Imperative or call to action

• Appeal to authority and humor
• Use of personal pronouns

• Use of personal opinion.