声明
致谢
Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 Research background
1.2 Research objectives
1.3 Thesis layout
Chapter 2. Literature Review
2.1 Studies abroad
2.2 Studies at home
2.3 Studies on patterns
Chapter 3. Methodology
3.1Data collection
3.2Tools to be used
3.3Working procedures
Chapter 4 Data Analysis and Discussion
4.1 Frequency distribution of first person pronouns
4.1.1 Frequencies of us
4.1.2 Frequencies of we
4.2 Verb collocates with first person pronouns
4.2.1 First person pronouns patterns with verbs
4.2.2 First person pronoun patterns with modal verbs
4.3 Discourse functions of the first person pronoun patterns
4.3.1 Expressing self-benefits
4.3.2 Stating a goal or purpose
4.3.3 Explaining a procedure
4.3.4 Elaborating an argument
4.3.5 Stating results or claim
Chapter 5. Conclusion
5.1 Major findings
5.2 Limitations and suggestions for the future research
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