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The Effect Of Using Question-Answer Relationship (QAR) On Students’ Reading Comprehension Abilities In Procedure Text Wijayanto, Rori; Firharmawan, Hastri
ETERNAL (English Teaching Journal) Vol. 16 No. 2 (2025): August
Publisher : Prodi Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris, FPBS, Universitas PGRI Semarang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26877/eternal.v16i2.1905

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This research aims to discover how well the students' reading comprehension abilities are enhanced by QAR strategy and to discover how the students’ responses to the use of QAR strategy. The population in this research were students of 10th grade SMK Ma’arif 9 Kebumen which consisted of 507 students and the sample consisted of 60 students. This research used a quantitative and data was gathered from the test result as well as a questionnaire containing 16 questions with an item scale. The test result in experimental class showed that the pre-test average was 55.6 while the post-test was 82.2. The average score of both is quite different. After hypothesis testing was carried out, the results obtained were T Score < T Table (0,000<0,05), Therefore, it can be said that using QAR has an impact on students' reading comprehension abilities of 10th grade students in SMK Ma’arif 9 Kebumen. In addition, the students also showed positive responses to the use of QAR strategy such as the students were able to mark keywords from the text to find the correct answer, the students were able to explain the information contained in the reading text, and the students said that the QAR strategy facilitated them to understand the reading text and to answer the questions. It was evident from the results of the questionnaires. Most of students stated that the QAR technique was highly beneficial and helped them enhance their reading comprehension skills.
An Analysis of Politeness Strategies Used in Frozen 2 Movie Based on Brown and Levinson's Theory Kustianingsih, Kustianingsih; Firharmawan, Hastri
SIMPLE: International Journal of English Education Vol 3, No 2 (2025): SIMPLE: International Journal of English Education
Publisher : Universitas Muria Kudus

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24176/simple.v3i2.15425

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This study investigates the use of politeness strategies in the animated film Frozen 2 using Brown and Levinson’s theory of politeness. As a continuation of Disney's popular franchise, Frozen 2 features a variety of characters interacting in emotionally charged and socially complex situations. This research aims to identify and analyze the types of politeness strategies employed by the main characters and to understand the purposes behind their usage. The qualitative method was applied in this study by collecting data from the script of the movie and analyzing utterances that reflect politeness strategies. The findings reveal the total number and types of politeness strategies used in the film, including bald on record, positive politeness, negative politeness, and off record strategies. The most frequently used strategy was positive politeness, which indicates the characters' tendency to build solidarity and maintain friendly relationships. The study concludes that Frozen 2 demonstrates a wide range of politeness strategies, reflecting the characters' social dynamics, personal intentions, and emotional development. This research contributes to understanding how language and politeness intertwine in media targeted at young audiences and may serve as a reference for further linguistic and discourse analysis.
An Analysis of Politeness Strategies Used in Frozen 2 Movie Based on Brown and Levinson's Theory Kustianingsih; Firharmawan, Hastri
Papanda Journal of English Education Vol. 4 No. 2 (2025)
Publisher : Papanda Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56916/pjee.v4i2.2253

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This study investigates the use of politeness strategies in the animated film Frozen 2 using Brown and Levinson’s theory of politeness. As a continuation of Disney's popular franchise, Frozen 2 features a variety of characters interacting in emotionally charged and socially complex situations. This research aims to identify and analyze the types of politeness strategies employed by the main characters and to understand the purposes behind their usage. The qualitative method was applied in this study by collecting data from the script of the movie and analyzing utterances that reflect politeness strategies. The findings reveal the total number and types of politeness strategies used in the film, including bald on record, positive politeness, negative politeness, and off record strategies. The most frequently used strategy was positive politeness, which indicates the characters' tendency to build solidarity and maintain friendly relationships. The study concludes that Frozen 2 demonstrates a wide range of politeness strategies, reflecting the characters' social dynamics, personal intentions, and emotional development. This research contributes to understanding how language and politeness intertwine in media targeted at young audiences and may serve as a reference for further linguistic and discourse analysis.