Rw/L1.2

Recognise and understand the vocabulary associated with different types of text, using appropriate strategies to work out meaning
(a) Understand the types of word likely to be used in different kinds of text, depending on the context and purpose
(b) Understand the use and effect of specialist vocabulary in particular text types

Language: informaI, formal or slang?

Two resources based on ‘Little Britain’: aimed at teenage students but can be adapted for other groups. The introductory PPT cleverly introduces the idea of formality/informality by looking at dress codes, ‘chavs’ and Vicky Pollard from Little Britain! Then moves on to give good examples of formal/informal language and slang.
The accompanying PDF file includes: matching slang to more formal language, writing definitions of slang that you use, listening activities using the Little Britain Audio CD.

Level
Level 1
Level 2
English
Rw/L1.1
Rw/L1.2
Adult Lit Wt/L1.4 Use language suitable for purpose and audience
Adult Lit Wt/L2.5 Use formal & informal language appropriate to purpose & audience
Context
Art Film Media Music Radio TV

Synonyms and homonyms

A self-contained 6 page work book for L1-2. Look up synonyms in a thesaurus and complete the diagrams, then use your information to rewrite paragraphs, etc.

Level
Level 1
Level 2
English
Rw/L1.1
Rw/L1.2
Rw/L1.3
Rw/L2.2
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