Exercise 5.
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The fact of the matter is, in this respect, therefore, from this standpoint, due to the fact, in another sense, in the narrower sense, furthermore, so far it is doubtful if, as time goes on, in the large, it is very notable that, all in all, in the first place, in the second place, thus, finally.
Exercise 4.
Exercise 3.
Exercise 2.
a) Write down the following terms and phrases: cultural phenomenon, historical and comparative linguistics, morphological readjustment,sign of a common origin, historical inference, linguistic mechanism, transmission of ideas, technique of communication, language facilitation, language barriers, transmission of ideas, linguistic differences, correctness of speech, modes of pronunciation, occupational terminologies, notions of the linguistic background,linguistic data, psycho-physical bases of speech, mediating sign, referential symbol, cultural patterning, mode of apprehension,the field of language;
b) Explain their meanings and discuss them in team work with your classmates.
Write down the plan of the text using the terms.
Read Paragraph Writing and Essay Writing in Writing Bank (Unit 1) of the textbook. Brainstorm the main ideas of the text according to your plan. Following the Basic Steps of the Writing Process, write the first draft of the essay “Language as a guide to study culture”. Use some terms from Exercise 2 to express the ideas and connect them with the help of the following phrases from the text:
Discuss the first draft of the essay in pair work with your partner according to the Checklistbelow.
| Before e-mailing your essay, go over this checklist in discussion with your partner and put a check next to the items you think you have covered properly. Those you haven't covered, you'd better cover now! Essay Checklist: Outline _____follows the required format (font, spaces, etc.). ______is concise, and precise. Title _____ is appropriate and effective Ideas ______of the paper are clear and focused on the topic ______are fresh and original. Organization ______ Structure of the paper enhances the central idea/claim/thesis. ______ Includes satisfying introduction (hook, good narrowing down, and appropriate thesis/claim) that would make a reader want to keep reading. ______ The topic sentences of body paragraphs are an extension of the thesis statement; each topic sentence clearly proves and supports the thesis statement and responds to writing assignment ______ Body paragraphs are developed with supporting examples; topic sentences do not summarize plot or make general comments ______ The last sentence of each body paragraph is a concluding sentence that summarizes the paragraph and/or transitions to the next paragraph ______ Structure of the paper includes a satisfying conclusion: restatement, opening up (advice, opinion, saying, or food for thought). ______ Thoughtful transitions and excellent "flow"/pacing of information throughout. ______ Sequencing logical and effective ideas in an order that makes sense. Language ______ Words convey the message in a precise, interesting and natural way. ______ Words are specific and accurate. ______ Language enhances and clarifies meaning. ______ Sentences are well built (good sentence structure). ______ Style is relevant Mechanics ______ Spelling, grammar and punctuation are correct. ______ Margins are appropriate Presentation ______ Paper visually clear and pleasing. |
HOME ASSIGNMENT:
Write down the second draft of the essay “Language as a guide to study culture” and e-mail it to the teacher.