声明
Acknowledgements
Abstract
摘要
Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 Research Background
1.2 Purpose and Significance of the Study
1.3 Research Questions and Methodology
1.3.1 Research Questions
1.3.2 Data Collection and Data Analysis
1.4 Structure of the Thesis
Chapter 2 Literature Review
2.1.1 Language as a Semiotic System
2.1.2 Three Metafunctions
2.2 Previous Studies on Interpersonal Meaning
2.2.1 Studies Abroad
2.2.2 Studies at Holne
2.3 Studies on Shakespeare and The Merchant of Venice
2.3.1 A Brief Introduction to Shakespeare and His Works
2.3.2 Previous Studies on The Merchant of Venice
Chapter 3 Theoretical Framework
3.1 Mood System
3.1.1 Speech Roles and Speech Functions
3.1.2 Mood Structure
3.1.3 Mood Metaphors
3.2 Modality System
3.2.1 Types of Modality
3.2.2 Values and Realization Forms of Modality
3.2.3 Orientation of Modality
Chapter 4 The Analysis of Interpersonal Meaning in Dialogues in The Merchant of Venice
4.1 The Realization of Interpersonal Meaning in Mood System
4.1.1 Mood Analysis in Portia’s Dialogues
4.1.2 Mood Analysis in Shylock’s Dialogues
4.1.3 Analysis of Speech Roles and Speech Functions in Section 5
4.2 The Realization of Interpersonal Meaning in Modality System
4.2.1 Analysis of Modality System in Section 2
4.2.2 Analysis of Modality System in Section 4
4.2.3 Analysis of Modality System in Section 5
Chapter 5 Conclusion
5.1 Major Findings of the Study
5.2 Limitations of the Study and Suggestions for Further Research
Works Cited