English Language: 1. Read the two texts thoroughly (attached to the end of this document). For each one work out and write down the following information:

Genre – What type of text is it? Does it follow any typical genre patterns? Context – Where is it from? Who wrote it? Audience – Who has it been written for? Purpose – Why was it written? What response does the writer want from the audience? 2. Annotate both texts carefully. Find interesting language features that they both use to create meanings and achieve their intended purpose. 3. Write a short essay comparing the two texts. Write no more than 1 side A4 and answer this question:

Compare and contrast the two texts, showing ways in which they are similar and different in their language use. This essay can be hand-written or typed and needs to be handed in during the first lesson.