REGISTER ANALYSIS OF BURKA AVENGER
Abstract
The study aims at exploring lexis, types of grammar, mode, field and tenor developed by K.K. Holliday. The object of study for these tools is the text of Burka Avenger Pakistani Animated Cartoon (2013-2016). Whereas, purposive sampling is applied by keeping in view the qualitative paradigm of study. The study has given a strong attempt on the register analysis of the text and has ended up in the basic themes of freedom, identity, equality, education and entertainment. Overall, the register analysis applied on the text showcases the real and potential meaning with the proper thematic messages, formerly mentioned, to the audience belonging to Pakistani and international communities.
Key words: lexis, grammar, mode, field, tenor, Holliday, Burka Avenger, Pakistani, animated, cartoon, purposive sampling, register analysis, freedom, identity, equality, education, entertainment, potential meaning, thematic messages, audience and communities.