5 Questions
What is the purpose of the principles mentioned in the text?
To help identify sentences likely to give readers a problem and revise them
What is the struggle against the common enemies of man?
Tyranny, poverty, disease, and war itself
What does the trumpet's summons in the text symbolize?
A call to bear the burden of a long struggle against common enemies
What is the private pleasure some take in writing, as mentioned in the text?
Crafting a shapely sentence
What does the text emphasize about writing?
It is more than just adding one sentence after another
Study Notes
Purpose of Principles
- The principles mentioned in the text aim to unite people against common enemies and to evoke a sense of shared humanity.
Struggle Against Common Enemies
- The struggle is against common enemies that threaten humanity, such as poverty, disease, and war.
- The struggle requires collective effort and cooperation to overcome these shared threats.
Symbolism of Trumpet's Summons
- The trumpet's summons symbolize a call to action, urging people to come together and fight against their common enemies.
Private Pleasure in Writing
- Some people take private pleasure in writing, suggesting that writing can be a source of personal fulfillment and enjoyment.
Emphasis on Writing
- The text emphasizes that writing is not just a personal pleasure, but also a powerful tool for inspiring collective action and promoting unity against common enemies.
Test your sentence clarity skills with this quiz! Identify and revise sentences that may confuse or challenge readers. Improve your writing by applying principles for clear and effective communication.
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