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Kata Kita: Journal of Language, Literature, and Teaching
Published by Universitas Kristen Petra Surabaya
ISSN : -     EISSN : 25987801     DOI : 10.9744/katakita
Core Subject : Education,
Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media
Kata Kita is a journal dedicated to the publication of students research in the areas of literature, language, and teaching. In the study of language, it covers issues in applied linguistics such as sociolinguistics, discourse analysis, critical discourse analysis, pragmatics, sylistics, corpus linguistics and others. In the area of literature, it covers modern and contemporary literature in English in the forms of printed, screened, aired or performed texts. In the field of teaching, it covers teaching materials and practices, especially those related to English Language Teaching.
Arjuna Subject : Seni dan Humaniora - Bahasa dan Linguistik
Articles 660 Documents
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An Analysis of Logical Transitions in Sam Chui’s Review of Emirates Airline Euro Hokiarto Tanjung; Samuel Gunawan
Kata Kita: Journal of Language, Literature, and Teaching Vol. 13 No. 3 (2025)
Publisher : Institute of Research and Community Outreach - Petra Christian University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.9744/katakita.13.3.374-379

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This research investigates the use of logical transitions in Sam Chui’s reviews of Emirates Airline, which consist of one YouTube video and one blog article. By applying Robert A. Harris’s (2018) framework—Metabasis, Procatalepsis, and Hypophora—the study adopts a qualitative approach, supported by quantitative data to address the third research question concerning frequency and distribution. The findings reveal that, although all three types of transitions appear in both platforms, their usage patterns differ. In the video, Metabasis is used most frequently (42.10%), followed by Procatalepsis (31.57%) and Hypophora (26.31%). Meanwhile, in the blog article, Metabasis is more dominant too (69.56%), with Procatalepsis and Hypophora less often at 26.08% and 4.34%, respectively. These variations seem to stem from the inherent differences between spoken and written communication. While blog readers rely on explicit textual signals to navigate content at their own pace, video viewers benefit from visual and auditory cues that ease transitions without requiring overt markers. As such, written discourse tends to emphasize structural cohesion through devices like Metabasis. Although limited in scope, this study offers insights into how rhetorical strategies vary across media formats, contributing to digital discourse and multi-discourse communication studies.
Happily Ever After: A Novella Exploring the Choice between Marriage and Personal Freedom Nathasia Jocelyn; Liliek Soelistyo
Kata Kita: Journal of Language, Literature, and Teaching Vol. 13 No. 3 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.9744/katakita.13.3.380-386

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In this creative thesis, I would like to explore the tension between the human needs for love/belonging and the need for personal freedom. Employing William Glasser’s Choice Theory (1998), this creative thesis portrays how societal pressures and personal histories constrain protagonists Lana and Owen, leading them to resolve their internal conflicts through conscious-intentional choices. The narrative specifically addresses why the protagonist's struggle to choose between marriage and personal freedom rooted in societal expectations and past trauma, how their views of freedom are influenced by marriage as threat to independence and a cage of responsibility, and how they navigate their choices through self-reflection, trust-building, and redefining marriage as a partnership balancing love and autonomy. Ultimately, the story demonstrates that happiness emerges from aligning personal values with relationships through open communication and deliberate decision-making. The thesis emphasizes self-awareness and intentionality in resolving internal conflicts.
Women’s Agency in Korean Consumer Society in the Korean Drama Little Women Maria Angela Runkat
Kata Kita: Journal of Language, Literature, and Teaching Vol. 13 No. 3 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.9744/katakita.13.3.395-400

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This article examines why the three sisters in Little Women Korean Drama strive to fulfill the demands of Korean consumerism and how they navigate the structure of Korean consumer society. Drawing upon Baudrillard’s consumer society theory and Giddens’ agency and structure theory, the study analyzes the reasons of the main characters—Oh In Joo, Oh In Kyung, and Oh In Hye—fulfilling the demands of Korean consumerism, driven by financial struggles, social marginalization, and lack of social power. It also explores the ways they navigate the structure of Korean consumer society by exercising their agency through their actions. The findings reveal that the power of agency produced by social pressure, represented by consumer society, shapes individuals in different ways. The study concludes that agency fosters resilience, determination, passion, allowing people to challenge social limitations and create the life they aspire to.
To Capture A Ring: A Novel Exploring the Effects of Quarter Life Crisis of a Young Adult on Her Relationship Aurelia Wijaya; Ribut Basuki
Kata Kita: Journal of Language, Literature, and Teaching Vol. 13 No. 3 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.9744/katakita.13.3.401-407

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This thesis explores the quarter life crisis (QLC), a common struggle for people in their mid-20s to early 30s who feel stuck and uninspired. Using quarter life crisis theory, it will examine the symptoms, causes, and coping mechanisms to this issue. The research will take the form of a contemporary romance novel, focusing on the main character, Faye. The story follows Faye, who found herself caught between pursuing her dreams and advancing her career, while her mother constantly pressured her to settle down, especially after receiving a wedding invitation from her younger cousin, Maudy. This event intensifies Faye’s internal conflict, making her question her life choices between following her dreams or settling down. Through the story, it can be seen that Faye’s quarter life crisis symptoms are uncertainty feelings, depression and relation concerns. The causes from her QLC are the fear of stepping into a new phase of life, a feeling of disappointment, as well as the potential for more changes ahead. Faye’s coping mechanisms through her QLC are acknowledging the existence of QLC and seeking help.
Not The Meta: A Screenplay on the Negative Consequences of Prejudices between Young Chinese-Indonesian and Javanese and How to Overcome Them Sendria Immanuel Kristianto; Ribut Basuki
Kata Kita: Journal of Language, Literature, and Teaching Vol. 13 No. 3 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.9744/katakita.13.3.408-415

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Prejudice has long been a root cause of intergroup conflict worldwide, and Indonesia is no exception—particularly in the relationship between Chinese-Indonesians and Javanese. This creative thesis aims to explore the possible causes of prejudice, how it manifests in everyday situations, and how it can be overcome. In the form of a drama-comedy screenplay, this work uses Intergroup Anxiety Theory to explain why people may develop prejudice and Anxiety/Uncertainty Management Theory to show how people can mitigate it. The story follows Kevin, a Chinese-Indonesian student, who is paired with his Javanese classmate, Gilang, to compete in a Mobile Legends: Bang Bang tournament. Throughout the story, Kevin is challenged to reflect on and overcome his prejudice, eventually learning to manage his anxiety through mindfulness—a mindset of being open, curious, and aware of different perspectives. Through this creative piece, people can understand the harmful effects of prejudice on society and the meaningful benefits that come from overcoming it.
Present: A Screenplay Exploring the Effects of the Absence of a Father to a Female Young-Adult Tiara Katherine; Ribut Basuki
Kata Kita: Journal of Language, Literature, and Teaching Vol. 13 No. 3 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.9744/katakita.13.3.416-422

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A good dynamic of parental involvement is needed in the child’s psychological development. Especially the father's involvement in the daughter’s life which can have lasting effects on how the daughter feels about herself, future choices, preferences, and how she feels about herself. Using psychosocial theory, this creative thesis highlights the effects of disengaged or emotionally unavailable fathers to a female young-adult in her early childhood. An absent father will result in the child’s psychological well-being as they feel insecure and not confident, as well as seeking for older partners later in life who can fulfill their emotional void they experienced during childhood. Through this screenplay, it is shown that a father's involvement in the child’s life is crucial to shape who the child will become in the future.
Enough is Enough: A Novella Exploring the Effects of Bullying on a Young Adult Jeanie Wijaya
Kata Kita: Journal of Language, Literature, and Teaching Vol. 13 No. 3 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.9744/katakita.13.3.423-428

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This creative work explores the effects of bullying on a young adult, highlighting its mostly negative effects on a young adult in a high school setting. Bullying is often described as an act of inflicting distress towards a weaker individual done by a stronger individual. The act of bullying can be found everywhere, but it is especially prevalent in academic settings, from elementary school up to university. Through Satria’s point of view, this novella aims to raise awareness about the negative effects of bullying towards a young adult who is different from others. Satria experiences different negative effects of bullying, including depression, loneliness, and helplessness because of the difference between him and his classmates. Through his hobbies and close relationship with Indra, Satria manages to cope with the negative effects of bullying. This work aims to offer a different view and approach towards the negative effects of bullying.
Contesting Otherness: Investigating Elle Woods’ Position in Legally Blonde Rebekah Linardi
Kata Kita: Journal of Language, Literature, and Teaching Vol. 13 No. 3 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.9744/katakita.13.3.429-436

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The film Legally Blonde (2001), directed by Robert Luketic, follows Elle Woods, a seemingly stereotypical blonde woman who enters Harvard Law School to prove her worth. This study explores how Elle is othered and how she contests her position as the Other. Using Stuart Hall’s theory of stereotyping, particularly the concepts of otherness and contestation, this research reveals that Elle is perceived as a dumb blonde, a superficial girl, and an easy woman, which prevents her from being taken seriously in academic and professional settings. Elle challenges these social biases and the surrounding social hierarchy by using her intelligence, determination, and kindness to reverse the negative assumptions made about her. The analysis shows that otherness is not fixed and can be challenged through agency and resilience.
Narcissistic Attitudes of Disney Villainesses in Serena Valentino’s Series Grace Hotmauli Gultom
Kata Kita: Journal of Language, Literature, and Teaching Vol. 13 No. 3 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.9744/katakita.13.3.437-444

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This study analyzes narcissistic attitudes in five female villain characters in the Disney Villainesses series by Serena Valentino: Evil Queen, Lady Tremaine, Mother Gothel, Cruella, and Ursula. In the Serena Valentino series, initially these five female characters are depicted as good characters, but slowly they become evil characters. With that, this study aims to explore how their narcissistic attitudes such as manipulative, a need for validation and lack of empathy to others slowly develop within them. Otto Kernberg's narcissism theory is used to see how early trauma, feelings of insecurity, and disappointment shape the narcissistic attitudes of the characters, making them manipulative, needing validation, and lacking empathy for others. The results of the analysis show that painful past experiences greatly influence the development of narcissistic attitudes that shape the way they manipulate others, demand validation, and lack empathy for others.
Defying Expectations: Gender Roles and the Balance of Masculine and Feminine Traits in Disney’s Mulan (2020) Vanessa; Jenny Mochtar
Kata Kita: Journal of Language, Literature, and Teaching Vol. 13 No. 3 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.9744/katakita.13.3.445-453

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This study analyses Disney’s live-action Mulan (2020), focusing on Mulan’s defiance of traditional roles. This movie highlights the theme of female empowerment as she frees herself from conventional female roles. This study examines Mulan’s behaviors that are inconsistent with the expected gender roles, leading to her liberation by embracing both her feminine and masculine traits. This analysis employs two main theories: The social Role theory, which focuses on gender roles, and Confucianism as a supporting concept, to analyze Mulan’s behaviors that are inconsistent with traditional roles. The second one is the Bem Sex Inventory, which identifies the masculine and feminine traits that Mulan embodies, incorporating Giddens’ concept of agency to analyze the ways Mulan liberates herself from the expected roles. The finding reveals that Mulan’s defiance comes from her desire to remain true to herself as she liberates herself by embracing her feminine and masculine traits.

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