ENG2612 Assignment 1 (DETAILED ANSWERS) 2025 - DISTINCTION GUARANTEED

ENG2612 Assignment 1 (DETAILED ANSWERS) 2025 - DISTINCTION GUARANTEED - DISTINCTION GUARANTEED - DISTINCTION GUARANTEED Answers, guidelines, workings and references , QUESTION 1: 1.1 Read EXTRACT A and answer the questions that follow: EXTRACT A As I walked into the abandoned mansion, I couldn't shake off the feeling of being watched. The creaking floorboards beneath my feet echoed through the empty halls. I stumbled upon a dusty old portrait of a family, their smiles seeming to hide a thousand secrets. “Who are you?” I whispered, feeling a chill run down my spine. Suddenly, the lights flickered and went out, plunging me into darkness. Source: “The Whispering Halls” by Emily J. Miller 3 1.1.1 Identify the genre of EXTRACT A. (1 mark) 1.1.2 Analyse the use of setting to create a sense of atmosphere in EXTRACT A. (2 marks) 1.1.3 Discuss how the author uses foreshadowing in EXTRACT A to hint at events that may unfold. (2 marks) 1.2 Read EXTRACT B and answer the questions that follow: 1.2.1 Identify and quote a figure of speech in EXTRACT B. (1 mark) 1.2.2 Discuss the symbolism of the Colorado River in EXTRACT B. (2 marks) 1.2.3 How does the author use personification to convey their connection to nature? (2 marks) 1.2.4 Discuss the analogy of the statement: “I knew that I was a part of something much greater than myself.” (3 marks) 1.2.5 Compare and contrast the tone of EXTRACT A with EXTRACT B. (2 marks) 1.2.6 In not more than 150 words, discuss how the writer uses specific linguistic and literary devices to create a sense of connection between the individual and the natural world in EXTRACT A and EXTRACT B. (10 MARKS) [SUBTOTAL: 25 MARKS] EXTRACT B As I stood at the edge of the Grand Canyon, the vast expanse of rugged beauty took my breath away. The Colorado River, a tiny ribbon of blue, snaked its way through the valley below. I felt small and insignificant, yet at the same time, I was filled with a sense of wonder and awe. The wind whispered secrets in my ear, and I felt the ancient spirits of the land stirring. I closed my eyes, and the scent of piñon pine and juniper transported me to a world beyond time. In this moment, I knew that I was a part of something much greater than myself. The land, the sky, the wind – we were all connected, intertwined in a delicate dance. Source: “Echoes in the Canyon” by Rachel K. Lee 4 QUESTION 2: Study IMAGE A and answer the questions that follow: 2.1 Who is the intended audience in IMAGE A above? (1 mark) 2.2 What is the purpose of IMAGE A? Justify your response. (2 marks) 2.3 Consider the words “Deliver Everywhere” in IMAGE A. What do these words imply in the context of the image above? (3 marks) 2.4 What is your perception of Pizza Hut? Refer to the text and the image in your response. (3 marks) 2.5. Write a persuasive paragraph of four lines as the manager of Pizza Hut that highlights the unique selling points and benefits of choosing Pizza Hut for pizza delivery or dine-in. (3 marks) IMAGE A 5 2.6 With reference to the visual and the text in IMAGE A, write a mini-essay of 300- 350 words where you engage with the following topic: ‘Is it fair to blame pizza for contributing to rising obesity rates, or are there other factors (e.g., lack of exercise, overall diet) that play a larger role?’. Give reasons for your answer. Your essay should include an introduction, body paragraphs, and a conclusion. Include references from the text. No external sources are required. (8 marks)