声明
Acknowledgments
Abstract
摘要
Contents
Index of Figures and Tables
Introduction
Chapter One Literature Review
1.1 Introduction to Hedges
1.1.1 Definitions of Hedges
1.1.2 Classifications of Hedges
1.2 Previous Studies on Hedges
1.2.1 Previous Studies on Hedges Abroad
1.2.2 Previous Studies on Hedges at Home
1.2.3 Relevant Studies on Hedges in English Political News
Chapter Two Theoretical Framework
2.1 Verschueren’s Linguistic Adaptation Theory
2.1.1 Making Choices
2.1.2 Properties of Language
2.1.3 Four Angles of Investigation
2.2 Hedges and Linguistic Adaptation Theory
Chapter Three Features of EngHsh Political News and Hedges
3.1.1 Accuracy
3.1.2 Objectivity
3.1.3 Timeliness
3.1.4 Political Tendency
3.2 Features of Hedges
3.2.1 Cancellability
3.2.2 Markedness
3.2.3 Indefiniteness
3.2.4 Indirectness
Chapter Four Research Methodology
4.1 Research Questions
4.2 Data Collection
4.3 Research Methods and Procedures
4.4 Data Analysis
Chapter Five Pragmatic Analysis of Hedges in English Political News Based on Linguistic Adaptation Theory
5.1 Contextual Correlates of Adaptability
5.1.1 Hedges as Adaptation to the Physical World
5.1.2 Hedges as Adaptation to the Social World
5.1.3 Hedges as Adaptation to the Mental World
5.2 Pragmatic Functions of Hedges in English Political News
5.2.1 Increasing Credibility
5.2.2 Raising Efficiency
5.2.3 Enhancing Flexibility
5.2.4 Avoiding Sensitive Topics
Conclusion
Bibliography
Appendix