Fronting & Emphasis

Move elements to the front for stylistic emphasis

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A learner makes a clear choice about fronting & emphasis while speaking or writing for a real audience.

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Check your understanding

Answer: An it-cleft emphasises Rina.

Identify the exact word or structure that carries the intended meaning.

Answer: Neutral contrasts with Emphatic.

Contrasting a model with a near alternative helps the important feature stand out.

Answer: After negative fronting, invert the auxiliary and subject: “Never have I…”.

Immediate corrective feedback is most useful when it identifies both the change and its purpose.

Answer: Rarely have I seen such careful work.

The model is one possible answer. Your own accurate, natural example is the goal.

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