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Quick questions on Pragmatics and discourse - Edexcel A-Level English Language and Literature
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What is an implicature, and how is it generated? [3 marks]
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Distinguish positive and negative politeness. [3 marks]
What is q3?Show answer
Explain how presupposition can position a reader. [2 marks]
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