A couple of things to do today.
Firstly, a quick exercise on language change.
Look at the following words. Each one is followed by its earlier meaning and has gone under a process of semantic change. Explain the modern meaning and explain what process the word has gone through. Post your response on your blog.
- Lean: thin, emaciated
- Novice: a member of a religious order who has not taken vows yet
- Revolutionary: someone who favours overthrowing the government
- Lewd: not having an official position in the church.
Secondly, continue work on your media text. Remember this is a 750-1000 word text. Most of you will write an article. You need to think carefully about the context of your text and make sure your language reflects this.
Hand in your first draft of this on Friday.
Have fune!
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