Parenthesis
What Parenthesis means in English Language GCSE, as defined for Eduqas.
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A word, clause, or sentence inserted as an explanation or afterthought, usually marked by brackets, dashes, or commas.
Extra information inserted into a sentence, enclosed by brackets, dashes, or commas.
Topics that use Parenthesis
- Subject Content - Scope of Study (Eduqas GCSE)
Related terms
- Accurate use of linguistic and literary terminology
- Active listening
- Adapting register to audience and context
- Analysis of language, form and structure across texts
- Anecdote
- Audience and purpose
- Bias and misuse of evidence
- Cohesion and coherence
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