Under Affect, we are concerned with emotions, with positive and negative emotional responses and dispositions. Affectual positioning may be indicated,
We see Affect at work in the following extracts. (See underlining)
1. COULD you please tell me why Virginia Wade has been chosen once again to be a commentator at Wimbledon. As a keen viewer of this marvellous tournament I find that she spoils my day with her constant waffling, unlike Anne Jones whom I do enjoy. Even though Virginia was once a top player, she will never achieve the distinction of being a top commentator.
2. I HAVE been to Norway and found its people charming. That's why their unbelievably selfish, almost ghoulish declaration to hunt the minke whale from 1993 left me so astounded.
3. No doubt the men want to sleep with her but they also respect, like and trust her. She is upfront and gutsy. If Mel were a man, I'd have a crush on her... I would adore her as a friend.
