Explaining how a writer uses patterns of language for effect in 'The Dark Lady' | Starter Quiz | Oak National Academy

Repetition means...

• saying something once

• saying something multiple times

• saying something positive

Answer explanation

Repetition of a word, phrase, or image is a way for a writer to emphasise information to the reader.

A regularly repeated arrangement is a...

• pattern

• image

• connotation

• inference

Answer explanation

A pattern can be used by writers in language, structure or imagery in order to emphasise a key theme or idea.

A semantic field is...

• a group of words with a similar meaning

• a group of words with a similar, positive meaning

• a group of words with a dissimilar meaning

• a group of words with a similar, negative meaning

Answer explanation

Semantic fields are a way for writers to create a certain atmosphere or emphasise an idea or feeling.

The word 'explosions' has connotations of...

• lethargy

• energy

• dullness

Answer explanation

Writers may use the word 'explosions' in order to show passion, energy, or brightness.

Which of the following do we associate with birds?

• static, weak movement

• dynamism and movement

• stillness and stagnation

Answer explanation

Because we associate birds with flight, we think of them as having movement and energy that connotes ideas of freedom.

A feeling or idea that is suggested by a word in addition to its basic meaning is a...

(a)  

Answer explanation

We will all have slightly different connotations from words, since the feelings or ideas we associate with words come from our own individual experiences.