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What is the primary purpose of literary writing?
What is the primary purpose of literary writing?
Literary writing is usually written in formal language.
Literary writing is usually written in formal language.
False
Name one characteristic of figurative language used in literary writing.
Name one characteristic of figurative language used in literary writing.
Simile, metaphor, hyperbole, personification, or symbolism.
A _______ is a work of prose fiction that can typically be read in one sitting.
A _______ is a work of prose fiction that can typically be read in one sitting.
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Match the following examples to their type of literary writing:
Match the following examples to their type of literary writing:
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Which of the following is a feature of literary writing?
Which of the following is a feature of literary writing?
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Literary writing can include both fiction and non-fiction.
Literary writing can include both fiction and non-fiction.
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What narrative style is commonly used in literary writing?
What narrative style is commonly used in literary writing?
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Which of the following is NOT an example of a play?
Which of the following is NOT an example of a play?
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A song typically includes melody, vocals, and instrumentation, but not spoken dialogue.
A song typically includes melody, vocals, and instrumentation, but not spoken dialogue.
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Name one example of a musical.
Name one example of a musical.
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A poem is a piece of writing in which the words are chosen for their beauty and sound and are often arranged in __________ lines.
A poem is a piece of writing in which the words are chosen for their beauty and sound and are often arranged in __________ lines.
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Match the following genres of songs with their corresponding descriptions:
Match the following genres of songs with their corresponding descriptions:
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Which of the following is NOT a feature of journalistic writing?
Which of the following is NOT a feature of journalistic writing?
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Journalistic writing is primarily written in the present tense.
Journalistic writing is primarily written in the present tense.
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Which of the following best describes a musical?
Which of the following best describes a musical?
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What are the 5 W's and 1 H that journalistic writing answers?
What are the 5 W's and 1 H that journalistic writing answers?
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Literary writing is employed in a ______, a poem, a movie, or a song.
Literary writing is employed in a ______, a poem, a movie, or a song.
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Match the following types of literary writing with their descriptions:
Match the following types of literary writing with their descriptions:
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Which characteristic does NOT describe journalistic writing?
Which characteristic does NOT describe journalistic writing?
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All journalistic writing is required to include a catchy headline.
All journalistic writing is required to include a catchy headline.
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What is the purpose of literary writing?
What is the purpose of literary writing?
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Study Notes
Literary Writing
- Engages creative and imaginative language, utilizing literary techniques such as hyperbole, personification, similes, and metaphors.
- Aimed at providing entertainment and aesthetic pleasure to the audience.
- Often written in first-person (I, me, my) or third-person (she, he, her, him) perspectives.
- Informal, colloquial, or vulgar style is common in literary writing.
- Employs figurative language to enhance expression and imagery.
- Typically fictional, though it may include elements of reality.
- Can serve expressive or persuasive purposes within its narratives.
Kinds of Literary Writing
- Novel: A long narrative written in prose, designed to engage and entertain. Examples include To Kill a Mockingbird and Beloved.
- Short Story: A concise work of prose fiction, intended for quick reading. Examples include The Lottery and The Tell-Tale Heart.
- Poem: Composition that focuses on beauty and sound, often featuring short rhymed lines. Examples include The Road Not Taken, Still I Rise, and The Raven.
- Song: A brief musical piece with lyrics, combining melody and vocals, found in genres like pop, country, rock, and alternative/indie.
- Play: A dramatic form with dialogue intended for theatrical performance, including works like Hamlet, Macbeth, and A Midsummer Night’s Dream by Shakespeare.
- Musical: Combines songs, spoken dialogue, acting, and dance in a theatrical setting. Notable examples include Hamilton, Ang Huling El Bimbo, and Wicked.
- Movies: A sequence of moving images with sound that tells a story, exemplified by films like Avengers: Endgame, Rewind, and Inside Out 2.
Features of Journalistic Writing
- Captivating headlines designed to attract readers' attention.
- Answers the 5 W’s and 1 H: Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How.
- Structured in paragraph form, presenting information clearly and logically.
- Uses simple, familiar language to ensure accessibility.
- Incorporates direct or indirect quotes to support the narrative.
- Maintains objectivity with referenced sources to strengthen credibility.
- Typically written in the past tense, recounting events that have already occurred.
- Predominantly utilizes third-person perspective, avoiding personal pronouns like "I".
- May include images or captions to complement the text.
Types of Journalistic Writing
- Provides explanations of events affecting lives and appears in various forms and styles.
- Straightforward style focuses on delivering information concisely.
- Blends opinion with factual content in analytical pieces.
- Reflects the author's personality, shaping its narrative style.
- Offers depth and insight into trends, events, topics, or individuals.
- Investigates the truth regarding specific subjects, people, or events.
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Explore the various techniques and features of literary writing through this quiz. Understand the creativity and imagination involved in crafting fiction using literary elements such as similes, metaphors, and personification. Test your knowledge and enhance your writing skills.
