English A Language & Literature HL
English A Language & Literature HL
18
Chapters
104
Notes
Chapter 1 - Thoughts & Feelings
Chapter 1 - Thoughts & Feelings
Chapter 2 - Structure & Freedom
Chapter 2 - Structure & Freedom
Chapter 3 - Thinking Ahead I (Internal Assessment)
Chapter 3 - Thinking Ahead I (Internal Assessment)
Chapter 4 - The Real & Imagined
Chapter 4 - The Real & Imagined
Chapter 5 - The Wild
Chapter 5 - The Wild
Chapter 6 - Thinking Ahead 2 (External Assessment)
Chapter 6 - Thinking Ahead 2 (External Assessment)
Chapter 7 - Borders & Boundaries
Chapter 7 - Borders & Boundaries
Chapter 8 - Identity & Authority
Chapter 8 - Identity & Authority
Chapter 9 - Thinking Ahead 3 (Internal Assessment)
Chapter 9 - Thinking Ahead 3 (Internal Assessment)
Chapter 10 - Histories & Futures
Chapter 10 - Histories & Futures
Chapter 11 - Possible worlds
Chapter 11 - Possible worlds
Chapter 12 - Thinking Ahead 4 (External Assessment)
Chapter 12 - Thinking Ahead 4 (External Assessment)
Chapter 13 - Transformation & Remediation
Chapter 13 - Transformation & Remediation
Chapter 14 - Intersection, Union & Difference
Chapter 14 - Intersection, Union & Difference
Chapter 15 - Thinking Ahead 5 (Internal Assessment)
Chapter 15 - Thinking Ahead 5 (Internal Assessment)
Chapter 16 - Storytelling
Chapter 16 - Storytelling
Chapter 17 - Problems & Projects
Chapter 17 - Problems & Projects
Chapter 18 - Thinking Ahead 6 (External Assessment)
Chapter 18 - Thinking Ahead 6 (External Assessment)
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Chapter 11 - Possible worlds
English A Language & Literature HL
English A Language & Literature HL

Chapter 11 - Possible worlds

Exploring Ambiguity: From Texts to Video Games and Art

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🎭 Ambiguity, uncertainty & paradox

Ambiguity means multiple interpretations can arise. Context of production and reception of texts are important. Ambiguity can help readers understand different perspectives and develop empathy.

 

🌍 Real World Example: Let's consider a joke. "Why don't scientists trust atoms? Because they make up everything." The punchline can be understood in two ways: 1) Atoms are the fundamental units of matter, i.e., they "make up" everything physically. 2) Atoms are untrustworthy because they "make up" or lie about everything. This dual interpretation is ambiguity!

🎮 Video game - hellblade - senua's sacrifice

The game is notable for its non-sexualized female protagonist and its respectful representation of mental illness. It uses audio to create ambiguity and enhances the gaming experience.

 

🌍 Real World Example: Imagine playing an immersive game like Fortnite with your headphones on. Suddenly, you hear footsteps from behind, creating an ambiguous situation - is it a friend or foe? This kind of uncertainty can increase your engagement and emotional connection with the game.

🖌️ Banksy’s street art

Banksy's anonymous stencils often juxtapose contradictory elements of place and idea. The location of the piece can play a significant role in understanding it.

 

🌍 Real World Example: Think of the "Charging Bull" statue in New York. If it were placed in a rural setting, it might be seen as a celebration of agricultural strength. But located on Wall Street, it symbolizes aggressive financial prosperity and market optimism.

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Chapter 11 - Possible worlds
English A Language & Literature HL
English A Language & Literature HL

Chapter 11 - Possible worlds

Exploring Ambiguity: From Texts to Video Games and Art

Word Count Emoji
644 words
Reading Time Emoji
4 mins read
Updated at Emoji
Last edited on 14th Jun 2024

Table of content

🎭 Ambiguity, uncertainty & paradox

Ambiguity means multiple interpretations can arise. Context of production and reception of texts are important. Ambiguity can help readers understand different perspectives and develop empathy.

 

🌍 Real World Example: Let's consider a joke. "Why don't scientists trust atoms? Because they make up everything." The punchline can be understood in two ways: 1) Atoms are the fundamental units of matter, i.e., they "make up" everything physically. 2) Atoms are untrustworthy because they "make up" or lie about everything. This dual interpretation is ambiguity!

🎮 Video game - hellblade - senua's sacrifice

The game is notable for its non-sexualized female protagonist and its respectful representation of mental illness. It uses audio to create ambiguity and enhances the gaming experience.

 

🌍 Real World Example: Imagine playing an immersive game like Fortnite with your headphones on. Suddenly, you hear footsteps from behind, creating an ambiguous situation - is it a friend or foe? This kind of uncertainty can increase your engagement and emotional connection with the game.

🖌️ Banksy’s street art

Banksy's anonymous stencils often juxtapose contradictory elements of place and idea. The location of the piece can play a significant role in understanding it.

 

🌍 Real World Example: Think of the "Charging Bull" statue in New York. If it were placed in a rural setting, it might be seen as a celebration of agricultural strength. But located on Wall Street, it symbolizes aggressive financial prosperity and market optimism.

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