Language Analysis Worksheet
English
Year 9
8 questions
~16 mins
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A worksheet designed to develop skills in analysing sentence forms within a sophisticated fictional passage, targeting Year 9 students.
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Language Analysis Worksheet
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Grade Year 9
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Analysis of Sentence Forms in Fiction
In the shadows of the ancient city, a solitary figure moved with deliberate purpose. The air was thick with the scent of damp stone and distant memories, whispering through narrow alleyways that twisted like serpents. Every footstep echoed softly against the cobblestones, a rhythmic reminder of solitude and resolve. The figure paused beneath a flickering lantern, eyeing the darkened doorway ahead, where secrets lay hidden beneath layers of time. Her breath formed icy clouds in the cold night as she reached out, fingertips brushing the aged iron handle, hesitant yet resolute. The silence was palpable, punctuated only by the occasional drip of water from the eaves above, echoing her own cautious heartbeat. Suddenly, a faint creak broke the stillness—she stiffened, eyes narrowing as shadows danced across the walls. Her stance was both tense and measured, embodying a silent confidence born of countless such nights. As she stepped forward, the darkness seemed to swallow her whole, yet her presence remained unwavering, an unspoken vow woven into every move she made.
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Identify two different sentence types used in the passage and provide examples from the text.
[3 marks]2.
Analyse how the author uses sentence length to create atmosphere. Provide specific examples.
[6 marks]3.
What stylistic technique is employed in the phrase 'shadows danced across the walls'? Explain its effect.
[2 marks]4.
Identify and explain the use of a specific stylistic device in the sentence: 'Her stance was both tense and measured, embodying a silent confidence born of countless such nights.'
[3 marks]5.
Describe the effect of the sentence 'Every footstep echoed softly against the cobblestones, a rhythmic reminder of solitude and resolve.' on the atmosphere of the scene.
[2 marks]6.
Identify an example of alliteration in the passage and discuss its impact.
[2 marks]7.
How does the author use sentence structure to convey the protagonist's cautious yet confident state of mind?
[3 marks]8.
Create a short paragraph (10 lines) describing a mysterious setting using varied sentence forms. Use a checklist to ensure your paragraph includes: descriptive detail, mood, varied sentence length, and stylistic devices.
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- 1/1/2026
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