Properties of a Well-Written Text
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What is the primary purpose of incorporating the properties of a well-written text in our writing?

  • To enhance clarity, engagement, credibility, professionalism, effectiveness, and audience satisfaction (correct)
  • To make the writing more creative
  • To make the writing more concise
  • To focus on multiple main ideas or themes

    • What does unity in writing ensure?

  • That the text has multiple main ideas or themes
  • That the text is overly concise
  • That every part of the text supports a single main idea or theme (correct)
  • That the main idea or theme is unclear

    • What is an example of a single main idea or theme in an essay about climate change?

  • The benefits of deforestation
  • The importance of renewable resources
  • Environmental degradation caused by human activities (correct)
  • The effects of climate change on animal habitats

    • What is a consequence of human actions contributing to environmental degradation and loss of biodiversity?

    <p>Ecosystems' ability to adapt to climate impacts is weakened</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is necessary for mitigating the impacts of climate change and safeguarding the future of our planet?

    <p>Understanding and addressing human-induced factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What perpetuates the cycle of environmental destruction?

    <p>The reliance on non-renewable resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of effective language use?

    <p>To convey meaning and evoke emotions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended average length of a sentence?

    <p>18 words</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a risk of misusing the internet?

    <p>Misinformation and breaches of personal data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of redundant language?

    <p>Using 'although' and 'at the present moment'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should pronoun point of view be consistent?

    <p>To maintain clarity and coherence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of sexist language?

    <p>Using 'chairman' and 'chairperson'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of claim asserts a judgment based on goals or values?

    <p>Claim of VALUE</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of a Claim of POLICY?

    <p>Providing a solution to a problem</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a Claim of VALUE?

    <p>Environmental conservation should take precedence over economic development.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common characteristic of key words used in Claim of POLICY?

    <p>They imply an action or obligation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an example of a Claim of POLICY?

    <p>The use of cellphones pulls students away from learning.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of a Claim of VALUE?

    <p>To argue whether the underlying value of a claim is accepted as a public good</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Sarah's demeanor when she saw her friend waiting outside the coffee shop?

    <p>Eager</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the L-U-C-C-O-M acronym?

    <p>To guide the writing of well-structured texts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Julia Kristeva, what is the primary source of an author's text?

    <p>Pre-existent texts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a work whose meaning is shaped by referencing other texts?

    <p>Intertextuality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of intertextuality in the given passage?

    <p>The quote 'Their parents are against their marriage'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the tone of the passage describing Sarah and her friend's conversation?

    <p>Warm and friendly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of Claims of Fact?

    <p>They are grounded in empirical observation and scientific inquiry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of claim is 'The minimum wage should be raised to provide a living wage for all workers'?

    <p>Claim of Policy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between Claims of Fact and Claims of Value?

    <p>Claims of Fact can be proven or disproven through empirical evidence, while Claims of Value are rooted in personal beliefs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of claim is 'E-mail is not private'?

    <p>Claim of Fact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of Claims of Policy?

    <p>To propose specific courses of action or advocate for particular policies to address social issues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of claim is 'Since it is inequitably administered, capital punishment is unjust'?

    <p>Claim of Value</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Properties of a Well-Written Text

    • Incorporating unity, language use, coherence and cohesion, organization, and mechanics enhances clarity, engagement, credibility, professionalism, effectiveness, and audience satisfaction in writing.
    • Unity in writing ensures that every part of the text supports a single main idea or theme.

    Language Use

    • Refers to the deliberate and effective selection, arrangement, and manipulation of words, phrases, sentences, and stylistic elements to convey meaning, evoke emotions, and engage the reader.
    • Timetested principles in writing include:
      • Using clear and concise sentences (average 18 words long).
      • Avoiding redundancies.
      • Avoiding the use of "there" and "it" excessively.
      • Maintaining a consistent pronoun point of view.
      • Avoiding sexist language.

    Claims

    • Claims of FACT assert the truth or falsity of a statement based on verifiable evidence and objective reality.
    • Claims of VALUE express subjective judgments about the worth, desirability, or morality of something.
    • Claims of POLICY propose specific courses of action or advocate for particular policies to address social issues, solve problems, or achieve desired outcomes.

    Intertextuality

    • Refers to a work whose meaning is shaped by referencing or calling to mind other texts.
    • Can take various forms, including direct quotations, allusions, parodies, or stylistic imitations.
    • Reader needs to have a wealth of previous knowledge to understand the context of the piece.

    Recap

    • Remember the acronym L-U-C-C-O-M (Language Use, Unity, Coherence and Cohesion, Organization, Mechanics) as a guide for crafting well-written texts.

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    Test your understanding of the essential properties of a well-written text, including unity, coherence, and clarity, and how they contribute to effective communication. Learn how to incorporate these properties into your writing to enhance engagement, credibility, and audience satisfaction.

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