Paper 1 Text Types and Terms

The use of similar grammatical structures, phrases, or clauses in successive sentences for balance, rhythm, or emphasis.

A persuasive appeal based on logic, reason, or evidence...

Writing that offers analysis, reflection, or commentary on a specific subject, exploring complex ideas or current events

Multimodality means...

A persuasive appeal to the emotions of the audience, aiming to evoke feelings such as pity, sympathy, or compassion...

'You must be joking, mate.'

A piece of writing expressing the author's personal viewpoint, beliefs, or interpretations on a particular topic...

Speeches tend to include...

'With great care', 'In the morning'

A rhetorical device in which there is a contrast between appearance and reality, often for emphasis or humour.

'As per my last email...'

A comparison between two things for the purpose of explanation or clarification...

The arrangement and order of words, including sentence structure, word order, punctuation, and grammatical rules.

A formal address delivered to an audience, often pre-prepared and intended to inform, persuade, entertain, or inspire.

Rhetorical features include...

A rhetorical device juxtaposing contrasting ideas or words in parallel grammatical structures for emphasis or contrast.

A message in the public interest disseminated through various media channels to educate, inform, or raise awareness...

A word or phrase that helps organise a conversation or text, indicating relationships between different parts...

A brief and indirect reference to a person, place, thing, or idea of historical, cultural, or political significance.

A figure of speech where the speaker addresses an absent person, abstract concept, or non-human as if it were present...

The use of a mild or indirect word or phrase in place of a more harsh or direct one...

A figure of speech in which something is intentionally represented as less than it actually is for emphasis or irony...

The specific style/format of a written or spoken communication, categorised on purpose, audience, linguistic features.

A confident and well-prepared scholar of English, ready to get full marks in their IB exams...

A persuasive appeal based on the credibility, authority, or trustworthiness of the speaker or writer...

Travel writing can include...

The choice and use of words and phrases in speech or writing...

The overall structure or organisation of a literary work, encompassing its type, sections, and style.

Newspaper characterised by sensationalist stories, celebrity gossip, and shorter articles...

A category or classification of texts sharing similar themes, styles, or subject matter.

Letters can include...

The attitude or emotional expression of a writer or speaker conveyed through their choice of words, viewpoint, or style.