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VCE Stuff => VCE English Studies => VCE Subjects + Help => VCE English & EAL => Topic started by: DoubleZo7 on November 05, 2018, 02:50:09 pm
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Hello,
I have received feedback from my teacher regarding lack of adverbs in my language analysis. She gave an example: "the author cleverly positions" as opposed to the "author positions". I am unable to contact her right now, and will not be able to for some time. Could someone please give some alternative adverbs to use in my writing to improve my grade?
Thank-you.
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Hello,
I have received feedback from my teacher regarding lack of adverbs in my language analysis. She gave an example: "the author cleverly positions" as opposed to the "author positions". I am unable to contact her right now, and will not be able to for some time. Could someone please give some alternative adverbs to use in my writing to improve my grade?
Thank-you.
While adverbs can definitely be helpful in an AA, it is important to choose the right ones. That is, sometimes adverbs give off the impression that you are starting to evaluate the merit of the author's contention. Obviously, this detracts from the main point of the task- which is to analyse the intended effect that the writer seeks to have on an audience. For example, the use of 'cleverly', as provided by your teacher, is starting to launch into the realm of subjectivity.
Some adverbs I like to use to maintain a more neutral stance are the following:
'seemingly'- By connecting Panahi to the seemingly superficial and ignorant sentiments of the government, Morris seeks to engender a sense of doubt in readers regarding the approach taken by Panahi.
'evidently'-Through the use of an incredulous tone, Morris expresses his disbelief of the government, who evidently perceives homelessness as a ‘sore on society.’
'inherently'- By including herself in the every-day pleasantries that are inherently enjoyed by community members, Wiley endeavours to present herself as a relatable Mayor and one who assumes an equal position to her residents- not one of superiority.
Please let me know if you have further questions :)