Evaluative Language and Individual Values
This worksheet assesses understanding of how evaluative language conveys writers' and speakers' individual values and judgements, as per ACARA AC9E10LA02. Total: 40 marks.
Section A: Fill in the Blanks [20 Marks]
Complete each statement with the most appropriate term.
The system of language choices for expressing attitudes, judgements and emotions is known as ________ theory.
The literal, dictionary definition of a word, devoid of emotional association, is its ________.
The implied or associated feelings and ideas that a word evokes is its ________.
In appraisal theory, language that expresses feelings and emotional responses, such as 'happy' or 'anxious', is categorised as ________.
The appraisal resource for assessing human behaviour and character according to social norms (e.g., 'honest', 'lazy') is called ________.
Section B: Multiple Choice [20 Marks]
Choose the best answer for each question.