ENC1501
Assignment 3
2024
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, ENC1501 Assignment 3 2024
Question 1
Complete the following sentences by filling in the correct word or concept.
1.1 __________is the meaning connected to a word figuratively.
1.2 ___________ model is a guideline of how we will carry out a lesson.
1.3 __________are the different types of literature, which fulfil different requirements.
1.4 Process writing is often used for ________ writing as it offers an effective way of approaching a topic.
1.5 __________writing forms part of the academic category as it usually summarises, interprets and
provides insight into books. (5)
1.1 Connotation is the meaning connected to a word figuratively.
1.2 Instructional model is a guideline of how we will carry out a lesson.
1.3 Genres are the different types of literature, which fulfill different requirements.
1.4 Process writing is often used for expository writing as it offers an effective way of approaching a topic.
1.5 Critical writing forms part of the academic category as it usually summarizes, interprets, and provides
insight into books.
Question 2
2.1 Discuss the main differences between literal meaning and figurative meaning. Support your
discussion with two examples for each. (12)
2.2 Briefly explain why learners need to rewrite a text many times. (3) (15)
2.1 Literal meaning refers to the straightforward interpretation of words or phrases, while figurative meaning
involves the use of words in a non-literal sense, often for rhetorical or poetic effect.
Example 1: Literal: "It's raining cats and dogs." Figurative: "She has a heart of gold."
In the literal example, "raining cats and dogs" would mean heavy rainfall, while in the figurative example,
"heart of gold" suggests someone who is exceptionally kind or generous.
Example 2: Literal: "He kicked the bucket." Figurative: "Time flies."
Assignment 3
2024
[Company address]
, ENC1501 Assignment 3 2024
Question 1
Complete the following sentences by filling in the correct word or concept.
1.1 __________is the meaning connected to a word figuratively.
1.2 ___________ model is a guideline of how we will carry out a lesson.
1.3 __________are the different types of literature, which fulfil different requirements.
1.4 Process writing is often used for ________ writing as it offers an effective way of approaching a topic.
1.5 __________writing forms part of the academic category as it usually summarises, interprets and
provides insight into books. (5)
1.1 Connotation is the meaning connected to a word figuratively.
1.2 Instructional model is a guideline of how we will carry out a lesson.
1.3 Genres are the different types of literature, which fulfill different requirements.
1.4 Process writing is often used for expository writing as it offers an effective way of approaching a topic.
1.5 Critical writing forms part of the academic category as it usually summarizes, interprets, and provides
insight into books.
Question 2
2.1 Discuss the main differences between literal meaning and figurative meaning. Support your
discussion with two examples for each. (12)
2.2 Briefly explain why learners need to rewrite a text many times. (3) (15)
2.1 Literal meaning refers to the straightforward interpretation of words or phrases, while figurative meaning
involves the use of words in a non-literal sense, often for rhetorical or poetic effect.
Example 1: Literal: "It's raining cats and dogs." Figurative: "She has a heart of gold."
In the literal example, "raining cats and dogs" would mean heavy rainfall, while in the figurative example,
"heart of gold" suggests someone who is exceptionally kind or generous.
Example 2: Literal: "He kicked the bucket." Figurative: "Time flies."
