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Which type of discourse involves engaging readers with facts and illustrations to make the paragraph more convincing?
Which type of discourse involves engaging readers with facts and illustrations to make the paragraph more convincing?
- Narration
- Persuasion (correct)
- Transitional
- Problem-solution
In a problem-solution pattern of development, which transitional device is used to signal a solution to the dilemma presented?
In a problem-solution pattern of development, which transitional device is used to signal a solution to the dilemma presented?
- Enigma
- Suggest (correct)
- Improve
- Challenge
Which transitional word is commonly used to show a cause and effect relationship in writing?
Which transitional word is commonly used to show a cause and effect relationship in writing?
- Therefore (correct)
- Nevertheless
- Some may say
- First
What type of discourse includes discussing why a problem has arisen and presenting a solution to it?
What type of discourse includes discussing why a problem has arisen and presenting a solution to it?
Which word is commonly used as a transitional device to introduce an opposing viewpoint in persuasive writing?
Which word is commonly used as a transitional device to introduce an opposing viewpoint in persuasive writing?
What type of writing pattern involves presenting a series of events in chronological order?
What type of writing pattern involves presenting a series of events in chronological order?
Which type of discourse aims to persuade the audience by presenting valid claims supported by evidence?
Which type of discourse aims to persuade the audience by presenting valid claims supported by evidence?
In argumentative writing, what should the writer appeal to instead of emotion?
In argumentative writing, what should the writer appeal to instead of emotion?
Which personality traits did Dr. Cooper and Dr. Vitasa mention as contributing to aggressive behavior in children after playing video games in the text?
Which personality traits did Dr. Cooper and Dr. Vitasa mention as contributing to aggressive behavior in children after playing video games in the text?
What is the goal of expository writing?
What is the goal of expository writing?
What type of discourse provides detailed instructions on how something is done?
What type of discourse provides detailed instructions on how something is done?
Which element should be prioritized in engaging readers in writing?
Which element should be prioritized in engaging readers in writing?
What is the purpose of transitional devices in writing?
What is the purpose of transitional devices in writing?
How do patterns of development in writing differ across disciplines?
How do patterns of development in writing differ across disciplines?
In the context of writing, what does 'stream of consciousness' refer to?
In the context of writing, what does 'stream of consciousness' refer to?
How do personal experiences influence the credibility of information presented in a discourse?
How do personal experiences influence the credibility of information presented in a discourse?
What distinguishes discourse from text in writing?
What distinguishes discourse from text in writing?
How do transitional devices in writing contribute to engaging readers?
How do transitional devices in writing contribute to engaging readers?
