English A Language & Literature SL
English A Language & Literature SL
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 5 - The Wild
English A Language & Literature SL
English A Language & Literature SL

Chapter 5 - The Wild

Unraveling Wild Texts: The Intrigue of Unconventional Literature

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4 mins read
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Last edited on 14th Jun 2024

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Unusual communication

This concept is about how we react when we encounter a strange or difficult piece of literature. We may understand the words, but not necessarily the meaning or the appropriate response. It's like a weather report presented as a poem - we know how to listen to a weather report, but we're unsure about interpreting a poem.

 

Real-world Example: Imagine you're used to ordering a pizza using a mobile app. One day, the pizza place asks you to place your order through a poem. You're not sure how to respond - do you rhyme "pepperoni" with "macaroni," or take a more abstract approach? You know how to order a pizza, but not necessarily through a poem.

Mode of response

Each type of text requires a different mode of response. For instance, an advertisement may stir emotions, but it's also trying to sell a product. Literature, however, asks us to consider broader meanings.

 

Real-world Example: Imagine you're watching a heart-touching commercial about a lost puppy. You're moved by the story, but you're also aware that they're promoting a pet tracking device. If you're reading a poem about a lost puppy, instead of considering a product, you might ponder themes of loss, loneliness, and hope.

"Wild" texts

The term refers to texts that are different or unexpected. These can be challenging but offer a fresh perspective. They also prompt us to consider our relationship with unpredictable elements, like the weather or the wild.

 

Real-world Example: Imagine a menu at a restaurant described like a thriller novel, complete with suspense and plot twists. It's not what you'd typically expect, but it might make you reconsider the way you view food and dining experiences.

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Chapter 5 - The Wild
English A Language & Literature SL
English A Language & Literature SL

Chapter 5 - The Wild

Unraveling Wild Texts: The Intrigue of Unconventional Literature

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

Table of content

Unusual communication

This concept is about how we react when we encounter a strange or difficult piece of literature. We may understand the words, but not necessarily the meaning or the appropriate response. It's like a weather report presented as a poem - we know how to listen to a weather report, but we're unsure about interpreting a poem.

 

Real-world Example: Imagine you're used to ordering a pizza using a mobile app. One day, the pizza place asks you to place your order through a poem. You're not sure how to respond - do you rhyme "pepperoni" with "macaroni," or take a more abstract approach? You know how to order a pizza, but not necessarily through a poem.

Mode of response

Each type of text requires a different mode of response. For instance, an advertisement may stir emotions, but it's also trying to sell a product. Literature, however, asks us to consider broader meanings.

 

Real-world Example: Imagine you're watching a heart-touching commercial about a lost puppy. You're moved by the story, but you're also aware that they're promoting a pet tracking device. If you're reading a poem about a lost puppy, instead of considering a product, you might ponder themes of loss, loneliness, and hope.

"Wild" texts

The term refers to texts that are different or unexpected. These can be challenging but offer a fresh perspective. They also prompt us to consider our relationship with unpredictable elements, like the weather or the wild.

 

Real-world Example: Imagine a menu at a restaurant described like a thriller novel, complete with suspense and plot twists. It's not what you'd typically expect, but it might make you reconsider the way you view food and dining experiences.

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