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English Language GCSE Paper 1
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English
10th Grade
02/12/2017

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Paraphrase
Definition
Where you express information or an idea from the text using your own words.
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Detailed
Definition
Having many details or facts; showing attention to detail.
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Perceptive
Definition
Having or showing sensitive insight.
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Analyse
Definition
Examine something methodically and in detail, typically in order to explain and interpret it.
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Sophisticated
Definition
To talk or reason in an impressively complex and educated manner.
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Judicious
Definition
Language used with good judgement or sense.
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Extended Metaphor
Definition
A series of images within one text that all relate to the same central metaphor.
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Metaphor
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The use of a word or phrase to provide an image.
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Symbolism
Definition
Giving symbolic meaning or significance to objects, events or relationships.
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Sibilance
Definition
A literary device where strongly stressed consonants create a hissing sound.
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