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 Language
Features

Week 3 Lesson 3
Understand language features.

Understand how and why the author used language

features in the novel. 
Identify language features.

Explain how and why the author used language features in the
novel. 
 Language features

This lesson we will examine how and why Richard Harland uses the two
powerful language features of

Noun groups
and  

Evaluative language 
You may notice
that these language
features overlap!
 Noun groups
a group of words describing a noun in more detail.

the author’s tools to describe characters and events in precise detail.

develop creative expression, important for building the story worlds, characterisation, and
imagery.

Watch the video ‘Noun groups’

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 Noun group examples from Worldshaker
Unit 2 - Week 3 – Lesson 3
Highlight the words in the quotes below which show the exact noun group.
Explain what issue the quotes refer to and how they support or oppose the assessment statement.
Find an additional example of a noun group from the novel to add to the table.
Does this quote
describe
Page Does this quote support or refute the statement that life on the
Quote education or
number Upper Decks is far better than life as a Filthy? Why/ why not?
living
conditions?
This quote supports the claim that life is better on the Upper
Living Decks. It describes the safety and respectable nature of the
Safe, civilised bedroom Page 2
conditions Upper Decks peoples' living conditions. 
White tablecloths, fresh napkins, silver
Page 13
cutlery gleaming cups and plates.

A foul smell like rotten eggs. Page 46

 Evaluative language
seeks to persuade readers’ attitudes either positively or negatively about:
 Emotions, feelings, or opinions (language of affect)
 Aspects of people, such as their behaviour (language of judgement) 
 The quality of objects, such as art or literary works (language of appreciation) 

The author wants to immerse you in the story. He wants you to recognise the heroes and the
villains so he gives you some help – but not too much. Harland ‘shows’ rather than ‘tells’ the
reader who's good and who's bad using evaluative language. 
 Evaluative language examples from Worldshaker
Unit 2 - Week 3 – Lesson 3
Highlight the words in the quotes below which show the exact evaluative language.
Explain what issue the quotes refer to and how they support or oppose the assessment statement.
Find an additional example of evaluative language from the novel to add to the table.

Does this quote

describe Does this quote support or refute the statement that life on the
Page
Quote education or Upper Decks is far better than life as a Filthy? Why/ why not? 
number
living What type of evaluative language is it?
conditions?
Language of judgement – judging Riff. This quote supports the
She wore rags around her hips and torso Living claim that life on the Upper Decks is better. It shows the
Page 4 difference in appearance between the decks and the standards
leaving her limbs shockingly naked. conditions
of modesty they follow in accordance with their social class. 

Her filthy smell would be seeping into his

Page 7
suits and shirts.
Col’s clothes for the occasion were very
solemn and dignified, a long jacket, Page 70
waistcoat and dress shirt.
 Evaluative language examples from Worldshaker
Unit 2 - Week 3 – Lesson 3
Highlight the words in the quotes below which show the exact evaluative language.
Explain what issue the quotes refer to and how they support or oppose the assessment statement.
Find an additional example of evaluative language from the novel to add to the table. GROUP 1
Does this quote
describe Does this quote support or refute the statement that life on the
Page
Quote education or Upper Decks is far better than life as a Filthy? Why/ why not? 
number
living What type of evaluative language is it?
conditions?
Language of judgement – judging Riff. This quote supports the
She wore rags around her hips and torso Living claim that life on the Upper Decks is better. It shows the
Page 4 difference in appearance between the decks and the standards
leaving her limbs shockingly naked. conditions
of modesty they follow in accordance with their social class. 

Her filthy smell would be seeping into his

Page 7
suits and shirts.
Col’s clothes for the occasion were very
solemn and dignified, a long jacket, Page 70
waistcoat and dress shirt.
 Evaluative language examples from Worldshaker
Unit 2 - Week 3 – Lesson 3
Highlight the words in the quotes below which show the exact evaluative language.
Explain what issue the quotes refer to and how they support or oppose the assessment statement.
Find an additional example of evaluative language from the novel to add to the table. GROUP 2
Does this quote
describe Does this quote support or refute the statement that life on the
Page
Quote education or Upper Decks is far better than life as a Filthy? Why/ why not? 
number
living What type of evaluative language is it?
conditions?
Language of judgement – judging Riff. This quote supports 
She wore rags around her hips and torso Living the claim that life on the Upper Decks is better. It shows the
Page 4 difference in appearance between the decks and the standards
leaving her limbs shockingly naked. conditions
of modesty they follow in accordance with their social class.

Her filthy smell would be seeping into his

Page 7
suits and shirts.
Col’s clothes for the occasion were very
solemn and dignified, a long jacket, Page 70
waistcoat and dress shirt.
 Evaluative language examples from Worldshaker
Unit 2 - Week 3 – Lesson 3
Highlight the words in the quotes below which show the exact evaluative language.
Explain what issue the quotes refer to and how they support or oppose the assessment statement.
Find an additional example of evaluative language from the novel to add to the table. GROUP 3
Does this quote
describe Does this quote support or refute the statement that life on the
Page
Quote education or Upper Decks is far better than life as a Filthy? Why/ why not? 
number
living What type of evaluative language is it?
conditions?
Language of judgement – judging Riff. This quote supports 
She wore rags around her hips and torso Living the claim that life on the Upper Decks is better. It shows the
Page 4 difference in appearance between the decks and the standards
leaving her limbs shockingly naked. conditions
of modesty they follow in accordance with their social class. 

Her filthy smell would be seeping into his

Page 7
suits and shirts.
Col’s clothes for the occasion were very
solemn and dignified, a long jacket, Page 70
waistcoat and dress shirt.
 Evaluative language examples from Worldshaker
Unit 2 - Week 3 – Lesson 3
Highlight the words in the quotes below which show the exact evaluative language.
Explain what issue the quotes refer to and how they support or oppose the assessment statement.
Find an additional example of evaluative language from the novel to add to the table. GROUP 4
Does this quote
describe Does this quote support or refute the statement that life on the
Page
Quote education or Upper Decks is far better than life as a Filthy? Why/ why not? 
number
living What type of evaluative language is it?
conditions?
Language of judgement – judging Riff. This quote supports 
She wore rags around her hips and torso Living the claim that life on the Upper Decks is better. It shows the
Page 4 difference in appearance between the decks and the standards
leaving her limbs shockingly naked. conditions
of modesty they follow in accordance with their social class. 

Her filthy smell would be seeping into his

Page 7
suits and shirts.
Col’s clothes for the occasion were very
solemn and dignified, a long jacket, Page 70
waistcoat and dress shirt.
 Evaluative language examples from Worldshaker
Unit 2 - Week 3 – Lesson 3
Highlight the words in the quotes below which show the exact evaluative language.
Explain what issue the quotes refer to and how they support or oppose the assessment statement.
Find an additional example of evaluative language from the novel to add to the table. GROUP 5
Does this quote
describe Does this quote support or refute the statement that life on the
Page
Quote education or Upper Decks is far better than life as a Filthy? Why/ why not? 
number
living What type of evaluative language is it?
conditions?
Language of judgement – judging Riff. This quote supports 
She wore rags around her hips and torso Living the claim that life on the Upper Decks is better. It shows the
Page 4 difference in appearance between the decks and the standards
leaving her limbs shockingly naked. conditions
of modesty they follow in accordance with their social class. 

Her filthy smell would be seeping into his

Page 7
suits and shirts.
Col’s clothes for the occasion were very
solemn and dignified, a long jacket, Page 70
waistcoat and dress shirt.
 Evaluative language examples from Worldshaker
Unit 2 - Week 3 – Lesson 3
Highlight the words in the quotes below which show the exact evaluative language.
Explain what issue the quotes refer to and how they support or oppose the assessment statement.
Find an additional example of evaluative language from the novel to add to the table. GROUP 6
Does this quote
describe Does this quote support or refute the statement that life on the
Page
Quote education or Upper Decks is far better than life as a Filthy? Why/ why not? 
number
living What type of evaluative language is it?
conditions?
Language of judgement – judging Riff. This quote supports 
She wore rags around her hips and torso Living the claim that life on the Upper Decks is better. It shows the
Page 4 difference in appearance between the decks and the standards
leaving her limbs shockingly naked. conditions
of modesty they follow in accordance with their social class. 

Her filthy smell would be seeping into his

Page 7
suits and shirts.
Col’s clothes for the occasion were very
solemn and dignified, a long jacket, Page 70
waistcoat and dress shirt.
 Evaluative language examples from Worldshaker
Unit 2 - Week 3 – Lesson 3
Highlight the words in the quotes below which show the exact evaluative language.
Explain what issue the quotes refer to and how they support or oppose the assessment statement.
Find an additional example of evaluative language from the novel to add to the table. GROUP 7
Does this quote
describe Does this quote support or refute the statement that life on the
Page
Quote education or Upper Decks is far better than life as a Filthy? Why/ why not? 
number
living What type of evaluative language is it?
conditions?
Language of judgement – judging Riff. This quote supports 
She wore rags around her hips and torso Living the claim that life on the Upper Decks is better. It shows the
Page 4 difference in appearance between the decks and the standards
leaving her limbs shockingly naked. conditions
of modesty they follow in accordance with their social class. 

Her filthy smell would be seeping into his

Page 7
suits and shirts.
Col’s clothes for the occasion were very
solemn and dignified, a long jacket, Page 70
waistcoat and dress shirt.
 Evaluative language examples from Worldshaker
Unit 2 - Week 3 – Lesson 3
Highlight the words in the quotes below which show the exact evaluative language.
Explain what issue the quotes refer to and how they support or oppose the assessment statement.
Find an additional example of evaluative language from the novel to add to the table. GROUP 8
Does this quote
describe Does this quote support or refute the statement that life on the
Page
Quote education or Upper Decks is far better than life as a Filthy? Why/ why not? 
number
living What type of evaluative language is it?
conditions?
Language of judgement – judging Riff. This quote supports 
She wore rags around her hips and torso Living the claim that life on the Upper Decks is better. It shows the
Page 4 difference in appearance between the decks and the standards
leaving her limbs shockingly naked. conditions
of modesty they follow in accordance with their social class. 

Her filthy smell would be seeping into his

Page 7
suits and shirts.
Col’s clothes for the occasion were very
solemn and dignified, a long jacket, Page 70
waistcoat and dress shirt.
Identify text structures and language features.

Explain how and why the author used text structures and
language features in the novel. 
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