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Which element of narration is most concerned with the emotional atmosphere of a story?
Which element of narration is most concerned with the emotional atmosphere of a story?
In the context of writing, what does 'coherence' primarily ensure?
In the context of writing, what does 'coherence' primarily ensure?
Which type of claim asserts that something is true or untrue?
Which type of claim asserts that something is true or untrue?
Identify the context clue used in the following sentence: 'His loquacious nature, unlike his quiet sister, made him the center of attention'.
Identify the context clue used in the following sentence: 'His loquacious nature, unlike his quiet sister, made him the center of attention'.
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Which of the following signal words indicates an effect?
Which of the following signal words indicates an effect?
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What is the primary function of 'sequence or order' in writing?
What is the primary function of 'sequence or order' in writing?
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In which type of writing would you primarily find capitalization of proper nouns and adjectives?
In which type of writing would you primarily find capitalization of proper nouns and adjectives?
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What distinguishes 'comparison and contrast' writing from a simple definition?
What distinguishes 'comparison and contrast' writing from a simple definition?
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Cause and Effect
Cause and Effect
A relationship where one event (cause) leads to another event (effect).
Signal Words for Cause
Signal Words for Cause
Specific words that indicate a cause, such as 'because of' or 'due to'.
Context Clues
Context Clues
Hints within the text that help understand the meaning of words or phrases.
Narration Elements
Narration Elements
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Types of Claims
Types of Claims
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Formal Language
Formal Language
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Informal Language
Informal Language
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Cohesion in Writing
Cohesion in Writing
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Study Notes
Reading and Writing
- Literal Thinking: Expressing feelings
- Cause and Effect: Presenting why something happens, cause and result
- Signal Words: Words indicating cause and effect (e.g., because, therefore, so, since)
Classification
- Classification: Grouping items or ideas into types, categories, or parts
- Compare and Contrast: Comparing and contrasting different aspects, or elements, beyond simply a dictionary definition.
- Context Clues: Understanding the meaning of words within a given sentence using different context clues
Context Clues
- Types of context clues that are used: Definition, Synonyms, Antonyms, Example
- Example: Ex: "The pandas and Koalas".
- Description: Identifying character's appearances and actions.
Narration
- Narration: Dealing with stories within the writing
- 8 Elements of Narrative Writing: Character, Setting, Plot, Point of view, Theme, Tone, Style, Conflict
Sequence
- Sequence of Events: A chronological order of events
- First: A beginning point.
- Next: An event following the first
- Then: An even subsequent to the next
- Afterward: Happening after a course of events
Formal and Informal Language
- Formal Language: Used in academic and business writing
- Informal Language: Used with family, friends, and colleagues
- Claims: central argument or thesis statement
Types of Claims
- Claim of Fact: Something that's true
- Claim of Policy: Action/change in policy
- Claim of Value: Opinion/judgement
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Description
Test your understanding of key concepts in reading and writing, including literal thinking, cause and effect, classification, and narrative elements. This quiz covers various strategies such as context clues and sequence, essential for effective communication and comprehension.
