A Positive Discourse Analysis of Reports on “Gansu Earthquake” from the Perspective of Appraisal Theory

Shanshan  Jiang

doi:10.54691/ckmbyr54

Authors

Shanshan Jiang

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54691/ckmbyr54

Keywords:

The appraisal theory, Attitude resources, Positive discourse analysis, National and social image.

Abstract

From the perspective of the appraisal theory, this paper conducts a positive discourse analysis on the news related to the "Gansu Earthquake", aiming to explore the characteristics of attitude resources’ distribution in relevant news and the characteristics of the national and social image constructed by them. The research results indicate that judgment resources appear most frequently among the reports, followed by appreciation resources, and finally, affect resources. These resources collectively construct a positive image of the country and society. It is united and helpful, efficient and responsible, people-oriented, actively responding to crises, and possessing social cohesion and emergency response capabilities. This study helps to enhance Chinese people's sense of identity and belonging to the country.

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