Text Structure Mastery
C1 Lesson 1: Rhetorical Patterns
Goal:
Analyze sophisticated texts to identify structural patterns (Problem-Solution, Juxtaposition) and cohesive devices.
1. Advanced Terminology
Rhetorical
វោហាសាស្ត្រ (Art of persuasion)
Cohesion
ការតភ្ជាប់ (Glue words)
Juxtaposition
ការដាក់ទន្ទឹមគ្នា (Compare opposites)
Chronological
តាមលំដាប់ពេលវេលា
2. The Architect's Blueprint
[Image of Architectural Blueprint]
Just as an architect plans a building before laying bricks, a writer chooses a structure to support their argument.
Don't just read the words; examine the design.
Problem-Solution
Outlines a crisis followed by proposed remedies.
Signals: Consequently, remedy, mitigate.
Signals: Consequently, remedy, mitigate.
Compare-Contrast
Juxtaposes two subjects to highlight differences.
Signals: Conversely, whereas, distinct from.
Signals: Conversely, whereas, distinct from.
3. Dissecting the Text
Hover/Tap the highlighted words to see their function.
Topic: Urban Heat Islands
While rural areas cool down significantly at night, modern cities retain immense heat, creating what is known as an 'Urban Heat Island'. This phenomenon is primarily driven by the prevalence of concrete and asphalt, which absorb solar radiation during the day. Consequently, city planners are now advocating for 'green roofs' and increased vegetation. By doing so, they hope to not only lower ambient temperatures but also reduce energy consumption.
While rural areas cool down significantly at night, modern cities retain immense heat, creating what is known as an 'Urban Heat Island'. This phenomenon is primarily driven by the prevalence of concrete and asphalt, which absorb solar radiation during the day. Consequently, city planners are now advocating for 'green roofs' and increased vegetation. By doing so, they hope to not only lower ambient temperatures but also reduce energy consumption.
4. Structural Analysis
1. What is the dominant rhetorical pattern in the text above?
2. The word "Consequently" functions as:
3. "Juxtaposition" means:
