AICE General Paper Key Terms Flashcards

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What does the term 'Audience' refer to?

The person/people you are speaking to or writing for (correct)

The subject of writing

The structure of the text

The main idea of the writing

What is 'Register' in the context of language use?

Type of language used for a particular purpose or in a particular setting.

What is the 'Purpose' of writing or speaking?

Your reason for writing/speaking.

What does 'Tone' refer to in writing?

The attitude of the writer towards their subject or audience Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to be 'Biased'?

Having a tendency to believe one aspect of an argument more than others. Signup and view all the answers

What is an 'Objective' argument?

Not influenced by personal feelings or opinions. Signup and view all the answers

What is 'Expository writing'?

When your purpose is to explain something to the reader. Signup and view all the answers

What defines 'Argumentative writing'?

Developing a line of reasoning to convince the audience. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Discursive writing' allow the writer to do?

Explore an issue by considering various points of view. Signup and view all the answers

What are 'Command words'?

Terms that indicate how you are expected to answer a question. Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'Qualifier'?

A word or phrase used to limit the meaning of a word. Signup and view all the answers

What is 'Perspective'?

A point of view or opinion about a problem or issue. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Shape' refer to in writing?

The way the writer organizes writing to develop a point. Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'Thesis'?

A summary of the main idea of an essay. Signup and view all the answers

What is 'Evidence' in writing?

Factual information that supports your reasons. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Context' mean in communication?

The circumstances needed to fully understand an issue. Signup and view all the answers

What are 'Transitions' in writing?

Words or phrases that connect one idea to another. Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'Topic sentence'?

A sentence that identifies the main idea of the paragraph. Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'Seamless transition'?

A movement from one idea to another without standard transitional words. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Reflection' mean?

A thought or idea formed after careful consideration. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Relevant' mean in discussion?

Directly related to the issue being discussed. Signup and view all the answers

What is 'Foreshadowing'?

A literary device that hints at future events. Signup and view all the answers

What is 'Effective communication'?

Using language accurately to express thoughts while being sensitive to the audience. Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'Prompt'?

A question or instruction that encourages you to answer. Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to 'Synthesize' information?

Create new ideas by combining knowledge from different sources. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Terms for AICE General Paper

Audience: The specific group of people targeted by the speaker or writer, such as judges in a competition or a teacher in an academic setting.
Register: The style of language appropriate for a given context or purpose.
Purpose: The motive behind writing or speaking, often to persuade or inform the audience.
Tone: The author's attitude conveyed through their writing, which can affect how messages are interpreted.
Biased: An inclination toward a particular perspective, often due to personal opinions or prejudices, influencing the argument presented.
Objective: An approach that remains free from personal bias or emotions when discussing or presenting an argument.
Expository Writing: A style of writing aimed at explaining or informing, characterized by clarity, detail, and factual support.
Argumentative Writing: Writing intended to persuade by forming a logical argument and convincing the audience to adopt a specific viewpoint or take action.
Discursive Writing: An exploratory style of writing that consider multiple viewpoints before reaching a well-supported conclusion.
Command Words: Specific terms used in questions which guide how to formulate an appropriate response.
Qualifier: Words or phrases that limit or adjust the meaning of another word, thus modifying its impact.
Perspective: A particular viewpoint or opinion regarding a situation or issue.
Shape: The structure and organization of writing used to present points or information effectively.
Thesis: A concise summary of the main idea of an essay, clarifying the writer's intentions and guiding the supporting evidence.
Evidence: Factual information that substantiates arguments, which can come from statistics, case studies, expert opinions, and logical reasoning.
Context: The situational background information necessary to fully comprehend an issue or argument.
Transitions: Phrases or words that facilitate the flow of ideas from one point to another, enhancing coherence in writing.
Topic Sentence: A sentence that articulates the main idea of a paragraph, providing clarity and focus.
Seamless Transition: A fluid movement between ideas without conventional transition words, maintaining the narrative's smoothness.
Reflection: An analytical thought or opinion derived from a thorough consideration of information and experiences.
Relevant: Information or points that directly pertain to the matter being discussed or analyzed.
Foreshadowing: A literary technique wherein the author hints at future events, allowing readers to anticipate outcomes.
Effective Communication: The skillful use of language to articulate thoughts while being sensitive to the audience’s experiences and feelings.
Prompt: An instruction or question designed to elicit a response or guide the direction of writing.
Synthesise: The process of creating new insights by integrating knowledge from various sources in innovative combinations.

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Test your knowledge of key terminology in the AICE General Paper course with these flashcards. Each card focuses on important concepts such as audience, register, and purpose, providing a comprehensive understanding for effective writing and communication.