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What is the purpose of using modifiers in writing?
What is the purpose of using modifiers in writing?
- To make the writing more concise
- To let the readers know exactly what you mean (correct)
- To avoid using precise verbs
- To make the writing more complex
What is the result of using a specific, precise verb in writing?
What is the result of using a specific, precise verb in writing?
- It makes the writing more ambiguous
- It makes the writing more descriptive (correct)
- It makes the writing more vague
- It makes the writing more concise
What is the purpose of using similes in writing?
What is the purpose of using similes in writing?
- To create a vague description
- To make the writing more concise
- To create a clear and original comparison (correct)
- To avoid using modifiers
What should you avoid when using similes in writing?
What should you avoid when using similes in writing?
What is the result of using a 'brand-new, tuxedo-black, short-bed Ford F150' instead of just a 'Ford F150'?
What is the result of using a 'brand-new, tuxedo-black, short-bed Ford F150' instead of just a 'Ford F150'?
Why is it important to think about the action or state of being you want to show in your writing?
Why is it important to think about the action or state of being you want to show in your writing?
What is the effect of using a verb like 'limping' instead of 'walking'?
What is the effect of using a verb like 'limping' instead of 'walking'?
What is the purpose of using precise verbs in writing?
What is the purpose of using precise verbs in writing?
Why didn't Eric get too excited about Dana's treat?
Why didn't Eric get too excited about Dana's treat?
What type of words should you use to describe a treat?
What type of words should you use to describe a treat?
What is the purpose of using specific nouns in writing?
What is the purpose of using specific nouns in writing?
What can you add to a noun to show your reader what you really mean?
What can you add to a noun to show your reader what you really mean?
What type of modifiers can you use to describe a noun?
What type of modifiers can you use to describe a noun?
What is the benefit of using specific words and modifiers in writing?
What is the benefit of using specific words and modifiers in writing?
What is an example of a specific noun?
What is an example of a specific noun?
