ENG1515 Assignment 1 2025 | Due 15 April 2025

ENG1515

ASSESSMENT 1

UNITS 1 & 2

DUE DATE: 15 APRIL 2025

Answer all questions in Section A and Section B.
Section A: Content-based questions
Question 1

In Units 1 and 2 you were introduced to some of the central concepts in the module.
In your own words, explain what you understand by the following terms. (You will be
penalised for verbatim copying of the definitions from Tutorial Letter 501 or any
source).

4 Unit 1: characteristics of language /
5 Unit 2: language analysis

1.1 Critical Literacy
Critical literacy is the ability to analyze and evaluate the language and messages
presented in various texts. It involves recognizing the underlying assumptions,
biases, and power dynamics within communication. Critical literacy encourages
individuals to question and challenge the information they encounter, promoting a
deeper understanding of the context and implications of language use.

1.2 Phonology
Phonology is the study of the sound systems of languages. It focuses on the way
sounds function and interact within a particular language or dialect, including the
rules governing sound patterns, stress, intonation, and the organization of phonemes
(the smallest units of sound) to form words. Understanding phonology is crucial for