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2 Assignment 2
This assignment is premised on the second outcome of this module which is your

understanding as well as ability to explain the grammatical and functional structure of the

English language as used to create meaning in different contexts.

In order to demonstrate your understanding of the grammatical and functional aspect of the

English language, you will be required to complete the following task. Use a very clear and neat

layout when presenting your work.

TASK 1

1.1 Find five (5) words from a dictionary of the English language. This could be any dictionary of

your choice, (preferable one of British English). Clearly reference the dictionary you have used

at the end of TASK 1.

Word 1 = must be a one syllable word

Word 2 = must be a two-syllable word

Word 3 = must be a three-syllable word

Word 4 = must be a four-syllable word

Word 5 = must be a five-syllable word

Use the International Phonetic Alphabet to write out the words and show the syllable division as

in the following example.

‘Metabolism is a five-syllable word written phonemically as [mɪ/ˈta/bə/lɪ/z(ə)m’]

(15 marks)

TASK 2

Use each of the five words in TASK 1 above in five different sentences. (One sentence for each word)
Underline the word so it is clear which word is the focus. After each sentence, indicate the
grammatical form and function of the word you have used in each sentence. Your sentence must
demonstrate your understanding of the use and meaning of the word in the context of the sentence.

For example

The doctor has diagnosed that my metabolism has decreased that is why I am getting fat. (2

marks for each sentence).

Grammatical form and function: The underlined word is used as a noun in this sentence; it
names the diagnosis given by the doctor about my physical condition. (2 marks for each
sentence). (20 marks)

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TASK 3

Read carefully Unit 4 and Chapter 17 of your prescribed text: How to Analyse Texts. In these

sections, you will learn more about how the concept of morphology can be applied in everyday

life activities.

In Chapter 17, the writers show how the effectiveness of advertisements can be created through

the use of morphological processes of word formation.

Following the examples given in your study material, find your own advertisement and conduct

a morphological analysis of the advertisement you have chosen. The advertisement can have

pictures/illustration or it could be just text only.

Explain clearly the morphological processes you have identified in the advertisement.

Your analysis must show how the advertisement has used at least 2 morphological processes

to create meaning. Submit the advert you have analysed as part of the assignment. (15 Marks)

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