clause, ‘would’ is the finite in interrogative clause. It is followed by the Topical Theme pronoun ‘you’. The Rheme is “recognize ovarian cancer?” which is the rest
of the clause.
5. In fact it helps to even tone and texture for more radiant looking skin. Aveeno
In fact it
helps to even tone and texture for more radiant
looking skin. Interpersonal
Topical RHEME
THEME
The clause above consists of Interpersonal Theme, Textual Theme and Topical Theme. The word ’In fact’ is the interpersonal Theme which occurs in the
beginning of the clause. It is modal adjunct showing admissive . It is followed by the Topical Theme which is the pronoun ‘it’. The Rheme is “helps to even tone and
texture for more radiant looking skin.” which is the new items in the clause.
4.2.3 Textual Theme
Textual Theme makes explicit the way the clause related to the surrounding discourse. It covers four element of Theme, they are: 1 conjunction, 2 relative, 3
conjunctives adjunct, 4 continuatives. Below are the Textual Theme found in the advertisements of People Magazine:
1. Now you’re ready to create a dramatic eye – Olay Regenerist
Now You
are ready to create a dramatic eye – Textual
Topical RHEME
THEME
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The clause above consists of Textual Theme, and Topical Theme. The clause begins with the textual Theme which is the word “now”. In this clause, ‘now’ is the
continuative word linking up the previous clause. It is followed by the Topical Theme pronoun ‘you’. The Rheme is “are ready to create a dramatic eye –” which is
the rest of the clause. 2.
Then add two coats of mascara
then add
two coats of mascara Textual
Topical RHEME
THEME
The clause above consists of Textual Theme, and Topical Theme. The clause begins with the textual Theme which is the word “then”. In this clause, ‘then’ is the
conjunction word linking up the previous clause. It is followed by the Topical Theme which is realized in imperative word ‘add’. The Rheme is “two coats of mascara”
which is the rest of the clause.
3. Yes now you can wear nail enamel.
Yes now
you can wear nail enamel.
Textual Textual
Topical RHEME
THEME
The clause above consists of two Textual Themes, and a Topical Theme. The clause begins with the textual Theme which is the word “yes”. In this clause, ‘yes’ is
the continuative word signaling the moving from the previous topic. It is followed by the second textual Theme which is the word “now”. ‘Now’ is the conjunctive
adjunct. The Topical Theme is the pronoun ‘you’. The Rheme is “can wear nail enamel” which is the rest of the clause.
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4. So we created a new different nail enamel for sensitive skin.
So we
created a new different nail enamel for sensitive skin
Textual Topical
RHEME THEME
The clause above consists of Textual Theme, and Topical Theme. The clause begins with the textual Theme which is the word “so”. In this clause, ‘so’ is the
continuative word signaling the moving from the previous topic. It is followed by the Topical Theme pronoun ‘we’. The Rheme is “created a new different nail enamel for
sensitive skin” which is the rest of the clause.
5. Until finally it smeared on wheat
Until Finally
it smeared on wheat
Textual Interpersonal
Topical RHEME
THEME
The clause above consists of Textual Themes, Interpersonal Themes and Topical Theme. The clause begins with the textual Theme which is the word “until”.
‘Until’ is the conjunction word linking up the previous topic. It is followed by the second Interpersonal Theme which is the word “finally”. The Topical Theme is the
pronoun ‘it’. The Rheme is “smeared on wheat” which is the rest of the clause.
6. So, what’s your hold up.
So, what’s
your hold up. Textual
Topical RHEME
THEME
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The clause above consists of Textual Theme, and Topical Theme. The clause begins with the textual Theme which is the word “so”. In this clause, ‘so’ is the
continuative word signaling the moving from the previous topic. It is followed by the Topical Theme ‘what’s’. The Rheme is “your hold up.” which is the rest of the
clause.
7. but designed specifically to help your little one develop those essential feeding
skills.
but designed specifically
to help your little one develop those
essential feeding skills. Textual
Topical RHEME
THEME
The clause above consists of Textual Theme and Topical Theme. The clause begins with the textual Theme which is the word “but”. ‘But’ is the conjunction
coordinator word linking up the previous clause. The Topical Theme is the verb “designed specifically”. As the process in transitivity, it is unmarked theme. It is
followed by the Rheme is “to help your little one develop those essential feeding skills.” which is the rest of the clause.
8. Because, you could be increased risk for plaque buildup in your arteries over
time.
Because, You
could be increased risk for plaque buildup in your arteries over time.
Textual Topical
RHEME THEME
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The clause above consists of Textual Theme, and Topical Theme. The clause begins with the textual Theme which is the word “because”. In this clause, ‘because’
is the conjunctive word linking up the previous topic. It is followed by the Topical Theme pronoun ‘you’. The Rheme is “could be increased risk for plaque buildup in
your arteries over time” which is the rest of the clause.
9. When diet and exercise alone aren’t enough,
When diet and exercise alone
aren’t enough,
Textual Topical
RHEME THEME
The clause above consists of Textual Theme, and Topical Theme. The clause begins with the textual Theme which is the word “when”. In this clause, ‘when’ is
the relative word. It is followed by the Topical Theme ‘diet and exercise alone’. The Rheme is “aren’t enough,” which is the rest of the clause.
10. Now with Outshine bars you can experience 24 deliciously refreshing ways to
make every day a light brighter. Now,
with Outshine bars
you can experience 24 deliciously refreshing ways to make every day a light brighter.
Textual Topical
RHEME THEME
The clause above consists of Textual Theme, and Topical Theme. The clause begins with the textual Theme which is the word “now”. In this clause, ‘now’ is the
continuative word linking up the previous clause. It is followed by the Topical Theme ‘with Outshine bars’. The Rheme is “you can experience 24 deliciously
refreshing ways to make every day a light brighter.” which is the rest of the clause.
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4.2.4 Multiple Theme
