Linguistics analyses form and function of language by analysing real language. Look at the following adverts as instances of real language, three of which advertise jobs, two of which advertise flats, i.e. Real Estate adverts. Which formal devices do they use?
Advert 1
Administrative Assistant Some accounting background, MUST be fluent in written & spoken English & French. Starting salary $14/hrly. Fax resume: 000-35723 Email: info@jobs-xxl.com Website: www.jobs-xxl.com
Advert 2
REAL ESTATE SECRETARY Req’d for law firm in Oxbridge. Must have 4-5 yrs exp., knowledge of Conveyancer & PC Law, HTML. Fax: 000-111-2222
Advert 3
Bookkeeper/Office Manager 2 days/week. Must know SGML. All others need not apply. Central T.O. Location Email: info2@jobs-xxl.com
Advert 4
Pre War Brownstone Condo Studio, 500 sq. ft., Excellent condition, Renovated bathroom and kitchen, Kitchen with pass through to Primary room, New Hardwood Floors, Exposed Brick Walls, Recessed lighting, Decorative Fireplace, Pets OK, Great investment!
373 East 78th Street Upper East Side $399,000
Advert 5
Just steps from MoMa. Charming two bedroom on prime Upper Eastside block. Full southern exposure looking onto townhouse gardens.
62 E 84 Upper East Side 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, $ 300,000
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