Phonology and Mode

Framework 3: This identifies how the writer has used language to create sound effects.

The terms and definitions are presented below. You can copy and print these terms and cut across the dotted lines and get someone to test you.

Test yourself

Print this document. Match the terms to the definitions and see how many you can remember!

Other phonological features

Have a look at this lesson which explores the differences between fricatives and plosives, homonyms and homophones.



Often comedians use sound effects to create jokes. Watch this video to find out how...

Can you identify if he uses homophones or homonyms or a mixture?

Also type into youtube OMG that's punny: it's a youtube channel with 576 pun videos.

Linking Phonology to AO3

You must link phonology to AO3. How has the writer used phonology to show specific ideas  in the text? How has the writer used phonology to establish their authority and to show their specific opinions, attitudes and views? How has the writer used phonology to shape the audience's response i.e. to challenge or support the audience's opinions?

To begin with collect slogans of products. Consider how sound is used to represent the products.

Here are some to help you start:

1. Alka Seltzer

Plop, plop, fizz, fizz, oh what a relief it is.

2. Bold

Better buy Bold.

3. Budweiser

Whassup?
   4. Stena Sea Link  Ferry Affordable
   5. The Mail on Sunday A Newspaper not a Snoozepaper.

Exploring the Phonology in an exam text

Have a look at  the Glastonbury text. Use this PowerPoint to help you explore how phonology is  used in an exam text.
 

Applying phonology from kparuk