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Quick questions on Word choice analysis: connotations and effect - SQA National 5 English
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What is quote one precise word, not a phrase?Show answer
Choose a single, loaded word rather than a long phrase. A precise quotation shows the marker exactly which word you are analysing and forces you to commit to its associations. If you quote a whole clause, you blur which word carries the effect and you risk drifting into understanding instead of analysis.
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A 2 mark word choice question asks how a writer makes a storm seem threatening. What two elements must your answer contain to score? [2 marks]
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Explain the difference in connotation between describing a leader as "determined" and as "stubborn". [2 marks]
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Why does naming a word without comment score zero in a word choice question? [1 mark]
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