ENG1502
Assignment number: 03
Year: 2023
PREVIEW:
1.The writer or speaker (producer) of the text:
The text does not explicitly state the name of the writer or speaker, but it appears to be a
promotional text or advertisement for a four-day breakaway trip to the Drakensberg. The use
of persuasive language and the imperative tone ("COME WITH US," "Experience," "Fill your
soul," "Take part," "CONTACT US") suggests that it is likely produced by a travel agency or
tour operator, specifically "SPLENDOUR TOURS" mentioned at the end of the text.The
writer or speaker of TEXT A is not explicitly mentioned in the text itself. However, based on
the content and style of the text, we can infer that the writer is likely a representative or
copywriter from SPLENDOUR TOURS, a travel agency or tour operator. Here's how we can
arrive at this conclusion
, LOLA JACOBS ASSIGNMENTS 0618151315
Assignment 03
This assignment is based on all the Units of the TUT 501, with particular
focus on Unit 7.
Question 1
Study the text below and answer the questions that follow.
TEXT A
Drakensberg four-day breakaway
COME WITH US as if on the wings of an eagle
Experience the incredible beauty of the Drakensberg
With its cliffs and valleys. Listen to the echoes of
Golden Gate. Experience the beauty of Champagne
Castle. Fill your soul with the soothing music of the
Drakensberg Boys Choir.
Experience God’s own creation. Take part in sports,
walks, Horse riding, bowls, golf, etc.
CONTACT US FOR COLOUR BROCHURE.
SPLENDOUR TOURS: TEL/FAX (012) 803 9360
Provide a detailed explanation of how the language used in the text suggest about
each of the aspects in 1- 5. Your explanation must be substantiated using examples
from the TEXT A
1. The writer or speaker (producer) of the text? (5 marks)
2. The context in which the language is used? (5 marks)
3. The audience of this text? (5 marks)
4. The purpose for which it is written. (10 marks)