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Topic Continuity in the Short Story “The Tortoise and the Hare”: A Pragmatic Approach Silaban, Jelly Prima Krisnawati; Elchaira, Nadya; Deliana, Deliana
Journey: Journal of English Language and Pedagogy Vol. 8 No. 2 (2025): Journey: Journal of English Language and Pedagogy (on going)
Publisher : UIBU

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33503/journey.v8i2.1705

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This study uses a discourse analysis approach to examine topic continuity in the well-known fable the Tortoise and the Hare. Based on Halliday and Hasan's cohesion theory and Givón's framework. The study investigates how linguistic devices like pronouns, repetition, and zero anaphora preserve narrative coherence. Using a qualitative descriptive method, the analysis shows that minimum interference and short referential distances are crucial for maintaining textual clarity. While definite and possessive pronouns aid in medium- and long-range topic tracking, zero anaphora and third-person pronouns are consistently employed to preserve local coherence. The results show that the fable's theme consistency is accomplished by the deliberate use of unified techniques that guarantee the traceability of characters and events rather than intricate frameworks. Notably, the text's emphasis on distinct protagonists is reflected in the lack of indefinite pronouns, which supports its didactic and moral goals. When paired with good reference management, the narrative's simplicity shows how cohesiveness can be efficiently achieved in brief textsThis study highlights how traditional tales model referential cohesiveness and use discourse strategies to support comprehension and learning. Additionally, the findings lay the groundwork for future comparative studies on topic continuity across languages and genres.
Engagement Strategies in the USU English Debate Forum: An Appraisal Theory Perspective Hasibuan, Faninsky Aryanti La Ajina; Deliana, Deliana; Nurlela, Nurlela; Rosa, Rusdi Noor
Lingua Didaktika: Jurnal Bahasa dan Pembelajaran Bahasa Vol 19, No 2 (2025)
Publisher : English Department FBS UNP

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24036/ld.v19i2.134434

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Previous studies on engagement have a primary focus on textual discourse or written communication analysis rather than on interactive, spoken communication. This leaves a room for further exploration into how engagement functions dynamically, such as in debates. This study aims to find out the engagement strategies used in the USU English Debate Forum 2023 through the lens of Martin and White’s (2005) appraisal theory of engagement. Using a qualitative content analysis, this study categorizes debate discourse into monoglossic and heteroglossic engagement systems to analyze how the debaters construct meaning, position themselves in relation to their audience, and employ linguistic features to sustain engagement. The data were collected using observation and documentation methods and were analyzed using an interactive model of data analysis. The findings indicate that heteroglossic engagement overwhelmingly dominates the debate discourse, accounting for 83.3% of the engagement strategies used. Among the heteroglossic features, dialogic contraction strategies such as Deny (21.17%) and Counter (16.47%) were frequently employed, highlighting the competitive nature of debate discourse. Dialogic expansion, particularly Entertainment (32.94%), also played a significant role, allowing the debaters to introduce assessments of probability and possibility. The results suggest that the debaters strategically navigate linguistic resources to challenge opposing arguments, reinforce their stance, and engage with alternative perspectives. This study contributes to the understanding of engagement strategies in academic debates, offering implications for debate training and rhetorical education.
Co-Authors Abdul Rahman Akhyar, Fadhilah Tsaqila Aslim Rasyad Ayuanda, Winda Batubara, Nisa Anggraini Br. Perangin-angin, Alemina Cut Nizma Dalimunthe, Muhammad Azmii Dina Arfianti Siregar Dwi Widayati, Dwi Eddy Setia Edi Surya, Edi Eka Nurmala Sari Elchaira, Nadya Fauzi, KMS Muhammad Amin Frans Marhuasa Simamora, Arne Hasibuan, Faninsky Aryanti La Ajina Hasibuan, Pendi Hasibuan, Raya Puspita Sari Heni Susanti, Heni Hutagalung, Geby Tarina Hutri, Kemala Ilma, Dzikri Jamaludin, Mohd Faizal Bin Jonni Parulian, Riatno Kaloko, Elsayrona Br La Ajina Hasibuan, Faninsky Aryanti Lubis, Musliadi M.Rikwan Effendi Salam Manik Marbun, Vaulina Mardelia Desfrida Marpaung, Budi Awan Megawati Sitompul Muhammad Hafiz Muhammad Ridha Mulyani, Restria Napitupulu, Ilham Hidayah Napitupuluh, Ilham H. Nasution, Andini nabila Nasution, Hasnah Juniarni Nasution, Khairina Nilma Zola Nizwardi Jalinus Nugroho, Vina Nurlela Nurlela Nurlinda Nurlinda, Nurlinda Parasian, Nehemia Anugrah Parlindungan Purba, Parlindungan Purba, Sadaukur Aeroki Putri, Marta Desi Rahmah Fithriani Rahmayani Rahmayani Rambe, Masril Tua Rangkuti, Rahmadsyah Rihaney, Nine Rizal, Billy Affandie Rusdi Noor Rosa Sarjianto, Sarjianto Sembiring, Mira Octavia Sembiring, Rahmat Widia Silaban, Jelly Prima Krisnawati Simanjuntak, Darmawati Simanjuntak, Ivan Fernando Sinulingga, Desi Rahma Yuni Br. Siregar, Arninda Sekar Sari Sri Rosita Sukma, Sukma Surianti, Meily Suryanto Suryanto Syahputra, Rizki syahputra, Rizky Tambunan, Khairunnisa Waskito Waskito, Waskito Yohana, Romaida Yusuf, Fadel