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Lexicon
ISSN : 23022558     EISSN : 27462668     DOI : http://dx.doi.org/10.22146/lexicon
Lexicon, Journal of English Language and Literature, is an open access, peer reviewed, academic journal published by the English Department, Universitas Gadjah Mada in cooperation with the English Studies Association in Indonesia (ESAI). It is devoted primarily to the publication of studies on English language and literature. It publishes original articles written exclusively in English twice a year in April and October. Manuscript submission is free of charge and open all year round to any author all across the globe.
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The Influence of The Speaker's and Hearer's Age on Request Strategies Used in the Movie Yours, Mine & Ours Salsabila, Aflah Nuraini; Basuki, Amin
Lexicon Vol 11, No 2 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22146/lexicon.v11i2.76384

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This research aims to analyze request strategies in the movie Yours, Mine & Ours (2005). In particular, it attempts to identify and classify request strategies used by the main characters in the movie using the theory of request strategies proposed by Blum-Kulka and Olshtain (1984). This research also analyzes the differences of request strategies influenced by speaker's and hearer's age which are divided into four age groups: adult, teenager, pre-teen, and children. The data used in this research are all utterances containing requests made by the main characters in the movie. In Yours, Mine & Ours, the requests occur in the family domain and informal situations. The results show that the strategy that is most used by all age groups is Mood Derivable, which belongs to Direct Strategy. It also shows that adult is the age group that uses Direct Strategy the most and uses more types of strategy than the other age groups. Furthermore, the research also found that all age groups prefer to use Mood Derivable when the hearer is from the same and younger age group. Meanwhile, when the hearer is from older age group, the speaker prefers to use Reference to Preparatory Conditions. 
Gender Differences in the Directness of Request Strategies in the Movies Ocean’s Eight and Ocean’s Eleven Aracelly, Aisya; Sutrisno, Adi
Lexicon Vol 11, No 2 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22146/lexicon.v11i2.81445

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This research examined the level of directness of request strategies found in the movies Ocean’s Eight and Ocean’s Eleven. The topic of request strategies itself is important to study in a way that even though all people use it in their daily lives, the act has been used differently by different people. This paper also aimed to see whether there are differences in request strategies made by male and female characters in terms of politeness strategies. The data used in this study are the utterances spoken by the characters that contain request strategies. The data then were analyzed using the theory proposed by Blum-Kulka and Olshtain (1984), followed by the classification of politeness strategies using the combined theory from Holmes (1995) and Brown and Levinson (1987). The result shows that the male characters used direct strategy (Mood Derivable) the most with 57 occurrences (58%). Meanwhile the female characters preferred using conventionally indirect strategy (Query Preparatory) the most with 18 occurrences (33%). Furthermore, this research found that male characters tended to use Bald-On-Record strategy while requesting (71%) and they also found using Referential Tags (2%) as Holmes (1995) stated that men prefer using the referential tag to check their statement’s accuracy. The strategy that was mostly used by female characters was Bald-On-Record as well (35%).  However, this strategy is balanced out with other strategies which were Affective Tags (31%). Affective Tags are preferred by women to soften their request or potential threat (Holmes, 1995).
The Complexities of Mathilda’s Character as a Tragic Heroine in Mathilda by Mary Shelley Arisya, Arisya; Jatmiko, Rahmawan
Lexicon Vol 11, No 2 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22146/lexicon.v11i2.93212

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This research explores the character complexities of Mathilda as a tragic heroine, the main character in Mary Shelley's Mathilda, from the beginning until the end of the story. To achieve the aim of this research, the researchers use data collection and the novella Mathilda to analyze Mathilda's character. The approach for this research is psychoanalytic, theory of character and characterization, personality, and psychological process. The analysis shows that Mathilda is a complex tragic heroine who yearns for both affection and tragic death. Her experiences of unrequited parental affection and emotional turmoil contribute to her portrayal as a tragic character. However, her longing for her idealized tragic fate remains unfulfilled, adding complexity to her character. Despite her desires, she cannot obtain the tragic ending she seeks, further highlighting the tragic irony of her situation. Mathilda's portrayal as a tragic character highlights the depths of her desires and yearning and the complexities of her character.
Sarcastic Utterances in the Novel Series Nevermoor Prastiwi, Umi Denta; Munandar, Aris
Lexicon Vol 11, No 2 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22146/lexicon.v11i2.93261

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This study investigates sarcastic utterances used in the novel series Nevermoor by Jessica Townsend. The novels consist of Nevermoor: The Trials of Morrigan Crow (2017), Wundersmith: The Calling of Morrigan Crow (2018), and Hollowpox: The Hunt for Morrigan Crow (2020). The data for the research were taken from the characters’ dialogues containing sarcastic utterances in the three novels. By applying the descriptive qualitative method, the research aims to classify sarcastic utterances using the theory proposed by Camp (2011): propositional sarcasm, illocutionary sarcasm, lexical sarcasm, and like-prefixed sarcasm. There are 75 data with the four types of sarcastic utterances, including propositional sarcasm (62.67%), illocutionary sarcasm (26.67%), lexical sarcasm (8%), and like-prefixed sarcasm (2.67%). The research also aims to identify negative emotions as triggers for each type of sarcastic utterance using the theory proposed by Vikan (2017): anger, disgust, contempt, sadness, fear, shame, and guilt. The novels contain these negative emotions, except guilt. The type of sarcastic utterance frequently used in the novels is propositional sarcasm. Meanwhile, like-prefixed sarcasm has the most minor occurrence compared to the others. Even though propositional sarcasm and illocutionary sarcasm contain several negative emotions as triggers, lexical sarcasm and like-prefixed sarcasm only have one each.
Muslim American Voices: Saba Fathima’s Attitudinal Position in TEDx Talks Nailafidah, Salsabiila; Handayani, Tuty
Lexicon Vol 11, No 2 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22146/lexicon.v11i2.98569

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This study examines the appraisal system of Saba Fathima’s speech “Making Spaces for Muslim Voices” at TEDx Talk to understand Fathima’s attitude regarding the Muslim American voices. Utilizing the qualitative approach, this study employs Martin and White’s Appraisal Theory. It collects the data by dividing the speech into clauses and examines them based on three elements of appraisal’s attitude such as affect, judgment, and appreciation. The attitude can also be divided into positive and negative attitude. The findings demonstrate that the most common attitude used by Saba Fathima is judgement (55%), followed by affect (41%) and appreciation (4%). It implies that Fathima prefers to show the assessment of experience she faced as Muslim American rather than emphasizing her appreciation. Additionally, she shows more positive attitude than the negative one, implying her optimism toward the future of Muslim American. The study shows how Saba Fathima strategically arranges the words and structures her speech to build an interpersonal relationship with her audiences. By carefully selecting the diction, she effectively communicates her messages and thoughts, influences the audience’s perspective, and creates meaningful interactions. This study also highlights her ability to convey a shared responsibility in addressing the issues faced by Muslim Americans. In conclusion, the study underscores the importance of rhetorical strategies in producing persuasive and impactful speeches. 
Gender Roles and Representation in A Multilingual Children’s Book: An Anthology of Indonesian Children’s Stories Ahmad, Ahmad; Susanto, Ashabul Kahfi
Lexicon Vol 11, No 2 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22146/lexicon.v11i2.99598

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All children should be able to see themselves reflected in the books they read. However, in some children’s books, male and female characters are not always equally represented. When these characters are included, it is important to see how they are portrayed. This study aims to examine gender representation in An Anthology of Indonesian Children’s Stories published by The Agency for Language Development and Cultivation, The Ministry of Education, Culture, Research and Technology in 2022, by focusing on revealing two aspects. The first involves comparing the ratio of male and female protagonists, as well as other characters, using the quantitative method. The second focuses on examining the portrayal of gender roles among the protagonist characters using the qualitative method. The findings show that male protagonists outnumber female protagonists by a ratio of 7:3. However, although only three out of ten stories have three female protagonists, they are represented as having progressive gender roles: adventurous and empowered. In addition, certain stories appear to reinforce traditional gender roles. Yet, they also portray the cultural values of “Gotong Royong” which promote cooperation within family: men and women have their own responsibilities to support their communities.

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