ENG2611 - Applied English Language for Foundation and Intermediate Phase

Assignment Task

Question 1

i. Reading is not only a mechanical process of looking at and recognizing words and absorbing them; it is a critical process of recognising words, absorbing their meaning on different levels and in different ways and then processing the information in our minds to obtain a deeper understanding of ourselves, other people and the world (TL501 2020: 8)

ii. Identify any two crucial aspects of the critical reading process from the given explanation. In your opinion, why are they important in this process?

Question 2

i. In its broadest sense, literature refers to the written word, but it is usually divided into genres such as poetry, novels, dramas, editorials, essays, articles or visual texts. Thus, any text may be used for critical reading. The reason for the various genres (types of literature) is that each has its own purpose.

ii. The above extract from TL501 offers examples of different kinds of literature. Identify which of the given examples are from fiction genres and which are from non-fiction genres. Which of these genres would be more suitable to use at the Foundation Phase First Additional Language level? Justify your answer.

iii. In your own words, based on your understanding, explain the difference in purpose between fiction and non-fiction genres.

Question 3

i. Carefully consider sources A, B, and C. Briefly explain what is the purpose of each of these sources?

ii. Explain how the style of writing and the language used in each of the above sources differentiate their genres.

Question 4

i. In a paragraph of words, critically evaluate the suitability of the provided book (cover and brief) – (Source D) for a Foundation Phase EFAL class. In your response, consider the important aspects of what according to Unit 2, page 48 is analysed in critical writing.

ii. Design two questions for a pre-reading activity you could use before reading this book with your foundation phase EFAL class. Justify the relevance of each question.

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