Patterns of Development in Writing
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What is a pattern of development in writing?

  • A specific style for writing scholarly papers.
  • A specific format for writing short stories.
  • A method for outlining a novel.
  • A technique for expressing ideas and thoughts. (correct)

What is the purpose of using a narrative pattern of development?

  • To present information in chronological order. (correct)
  • To explain the cause and effect of a situation.
  • To compare and contrast different ideas.
  • To provide examples to support a claim.

Which pattern of development would be most appropriate for a paragraph explaining the benefits of exercise?

  • Narrative
  • Comparison and Contrast
  • Cause and Effect (correct)
  • Exemplification

What is one key characteristic of a good paragraph?

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Which pattern of development would be most appropriate for a paragraph that explains the differences between two types of cars?

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What is a transitional device?

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Which of the following is NOT a transitional device commonly used to indicate similarity?

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Based on the excerpt, what is a key characteristic of a well-written paragraph?

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What is the main problem discussed in the "Problem-Solution" example?

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In the "Cause and Effect" example, what is the effect of students chewing gum in class?

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What is the purpose of the supporting statements in the "Persuasion" example?

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Which pattern of development explains why a teacher might disallow chewing gum?

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Which pattern of development is most likely to focus on a personal experience that supports an argument?

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Which pattern of development would be most appropriate for explaining the different types of learning styles?

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Which pattern of development would be best used to explain the advantages and disadvantages of a particular method?

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What is the primary aim of using the "Persuasion" pattern of development in writing?

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What is a key feature of descriptive paragraphs?

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What does a definition paragraph primarily do?

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Which of the following is NOT a common use of a descriptive style?

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In the context of the Tan-ok ni Ilocano, what aspect does the event primarily highlight?

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How does the traveler express their connection to the Ilocano culture?

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Which sentence best represents the descriptive approach in the excerpt from Coraline?

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What is the impact of using a hybrid fruit like a pluot in a definition paragraph?

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Which part of the content illustrates an experiential aspect of travel?

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Flashcards

Cause and Effect

Showing how something happens and what the results are.

Problem-Solution

A type of writing that presents a problem and then offers solutions or ways to fix it.

Persuasion

A piece of writing that tries to convince the reader to agree with a particular viewpoint. It uses evidence and arguments to support its claims.

Claim

A statement that presents a point of view that can be supported or refuted by evidence.

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Supporting Statements

Statements that provide proof or reasons to support a claim.

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Narration

A type of writing that tells a story in a sequential order.

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Description

A type of writing that describes something using sensory details.

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Classification

Grouping things together based on shared characteristics.

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Definition

This is a type of writing that explains a new idea, thought or concept. It provides the meaning and understanding of the concept.

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Why does the traveler love to travel?

The traveler enjoys exploring different places and cultures, especially witnessing local celebrations.

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How did the traveler understand the faith of the Ilocanos?

The traveler understood the Ilocanos' faith by observing their dances which depicted their devotion.

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From which country does the traveler come from?

The traveler is from the Philippines.

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Organizational Pattern

The arrangement of sentences in a paragraph following a specific organizational pattern.

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Transitional Devices

Words or phrases that connect sentences or ideas, creating a smoother flow.

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Time Sequence

A type of organizational pattern that presents events in chronological order, showing what happened and when.

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Addition

A type of organizational pattern that adds more information or details to a topic, building upon the previous point.

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Examples

A type of organizational pattern that provides examples to support a main idea.

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Conclusion

A type of organizational pattern that summarizes or concludes a topic.

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Similarity

A type of organizational pattern that highlights similarities between two or more things.

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Contrast

A type of organizational pattern that shows differences between two or more things.

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Study Notes

Paragraph Structure

  • A paragraph is a group of sentences unified by a single idea.
  • Key components include:
    • Topic sentence
    • Supporting ideas
    • Supporting details
    • Concluding paragraph (optional)

Unity in Paragraphs

  • Unity means all sentences revolve around the main idea in the topic sentence.
  • Irrelevant ideas or sentences should be removed.

Paragraph Development

  • Supporting Idea: Key points supporting the main idea.
  • Supporting Detail: Illustrates or expands supporting ideas.

Coherence in Paragraphs

  • Paragraph coherence ensures clarity and logical flow.
  • Sentences should flow smoothly without disconnections or unrelated thoughts making ideas clearer to readers.
  • Organization and transitional devices are used to achieve coherence.

Organizational Patterns

  • Paragraphs can follow various patterns:
    • General to specific
    • Least to most important
    • Comparison
    • Contrast
    • Narrative
    • Cause and effect

Transitional Devices

  • Words or phrases that connect sentences or ideas, making transitions smoother.
  • Examples include; 'however,' 'furthermore,' 'in addition'

Time Sequence

  • Words and phrases for expressing a sequence or order of events
  • Examples include; 'afterward,' 'finally,' 'first,' 'then' and others.

Addition

  • Words and phrases to add information or ideas.
  • Examples include 'also', 'besides', 'furthermore', 'in addition' and others.

Examples

  • Words for elaboration or illustration
  • Examples include; 'for instance,' 'for example,' 'in other words' and others

Conclusion

  • Words to conclude or summarize
  • Examples include; 'in conclusion', 'overall, 'in summary' and others.

Similarity

  • Words for showing similarities
  • Examples include 'in the same way', 'likewise' 'similarly'

Contrast

  • Connect ideas showing differences or oppositions.
  • Examples include; 'however', 'on the other hand', 'in contrast'

Writing Paragraphs

  • Create paragraphs with the specified elements to guide the writing style.

Paragraph Patterns (Examples)

  • Narration: A sequence of events, using time-order words.
    • Elements include setting, characters, plot.
    • Plot: Exposition, Rising action, Climax, Falling action, Denouement.
  • Description: Detailed account of a person, place, or event.
    • Sensory details (sight, sound, smell, touch, taste).
  • Definition: Defines and explains a word, idea, or concept.
  • Exemplification (Classification): Gives specific examples to support a claim, or divides a topic into categories.
  • Comparison/Contrast: Shows similarities and differences – following a subject-by subject or point-by-point arrangement method.
  • Cause and Effect: Shows the reasons behind an event and its consequences.
  • Problem-Solution: Identifying a problem, explaining it, offering solutions.
  • Persuasion: Presents an argument, gives evidence, and provides reasons to persuade.

Specific Topic Examples

  • Dogs: Dogs are man's best friend. (Example of topic sentence)
  • Waste Segregation: Some suggestions for waste segregation are... (Example of problem-solution method).

Comprehension Questions

  • Focus on understanding the key information from a text.
  • Provide answers.

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This quiz focuses on various patterns of development in writing, such as narrative, cause and effect, and problem-solution. It explores their purposes, characteristics of effective paragraphs, and the use of transitional devices. Test your understanding of how these patterns can enhance your writing skills.

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