Answer to Question #200915 in English for Andrea Leah Dhanra

Question

The intelligibility of a text depends largely on diction used, which plays a significant role in conveying the intended message correctly and effectively.

6.1Read the text below and determine whether the appropriate diction was used in the correspondence. Provide a suitable reason for your answer. (5 marks)

Dear lecture I am very upset for the 20% mark allocated to my assignment. I am wondering if the lecture marked my assignment or just make a guess. I want this assignment marked as soon as possible.

6.2 Rewrite the text in question 6.1 and provide the appropriate diction that should have been used in the correspondence. (5 marks)

Answer 1

6.1 The appropriate diction was not used because their was an instance of rude speaking .This was clearly illustrated when the speaker said, "I am wondering if the lecture marked my assignment or just make a guess. I want this assignment marked as soon as possible."

The speaker seemed to be commanding other than requesting.

6.2 Excuse me Lecture, I am not pleased with the marking of my assignment, do you mind remarking my assignment kindly. If you don't mind, could it be as soon as possible.