ENG2613
ASSIGNMENT 2
2024
ENG2613
ASSIGNMENT 2 2024
, Section A
Question 1
When we decide which books to use for young learners, there are a number of
factors we need to consider. One of them is a writer’s style of writing. In your
own words, explain 5 things you must look at when you are evaluating whether
a writer’s style is appropriate for your learners. (5 Marks) 1 Mark per item
mentioned
1. Clarity and simplicity: The writer's style should be clear and easy to understand
for young learners, with simple language and straightforward sentence structures.
2. Engagement and interest: The writer's style should be engaging and captivating
for young learners, holding their interest and sparking their curiosity.
3. Cultural relevance: The writer's style should be culturally relevant and inclusive,
reflecting the experiences and backgrounds of the young learners.
4. Age-appropriate language: The writer's style should use language that is suitable
for the age and language proficiency of the young learners, avoiding overly complex
or mature language.
5. Visual support: The writer's style should be complemented by visual support, such
as illustrations or images, to aid young learners in understanding and connecting
with the written content.
Question 2
Using your own words, define multicultural literature.
List 3 criteria you would use to choose multicultural stories for your First
Additional Language learners in the intermediate phase. (5 Marks)
2 Marks for the definition
ASSIGNMENT 2
2024
ENG2613
ASSIGNMENT 2 2024
, Section A
Question 1
When we decide which books to use for young learners, there are a number of
factors we need to consider. One of them is a writer’s style of writing. In your
own words, explain 5 things you must look at when you are evaluating whether
a writer’s style is appropriate for your learners. (5 Marks) 1 Mark per item
mentioned
1. Clarity and simplicity: The writer's style should be clear and easy to understand
for young learners, with simple language and straightforward sentence structures.
2. Engagement and interest: The writer's style should be engaging and captivating
for young learners, holding their interest and sparking their curiosity.
3. Cultural relevance: The writer's style should be culturally relevant and inclusive,
reflecting the experiences and backgrounds of the young learners.
4. Age-appropriate language: The writer's style should use language that is suitable
for the age and language proficiency of the young learners, avoiding overly complex
or mature language.
5. Visual support: The writer's style should be complemented by visual support, such
as illustrations or images, to aid young learners in understanding and connecting
with the written content.
Question 2
Using your own words, define multicultural literature.
List 3 criteria you would use to choose multicultural stories for your First
Additional Language learners in the intermediate phase. (5 Marks)
2 Marks for the definition
