Swimming Class Experience - Check Your Understanding
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What is the primary purpose of the passage?

  • To discuss the differences between literary and academic discourse
  • To explain the concept of expressive discourses in literary terms
  • To provide instructions on how to pitch a tent and row a crew to a picnic
  • To describe the author's excitement about hosting a social gathering (correct)

    • What is the literary term used to describe the type of discourse in the passage?

  • Expository writing
  • Transactional discourse
  • Creative nonfiction (correct)
  • Academic journal

    • Based on the information provided, what is the main difference between literary and academic discourse?

  • Literary discourse is more subjective and expressive, while academic discourse is more objective and factual. (correct)
  • Literary discourse is typically found in novels and short stories, while academic discourse is typically found in instructional materials and editorial articles.
  • Literary discourse focuses on creative expression, while academic discourse is more informative and directive.
  • Literary discourse is more formal and structured, while academic discourse is more informal and personal.

    • What is the significance of Laurie's assurance that the trip will be good for Beth, Laurie's sick and frail sister?

    <p>It indicates that Laurie is trying to convince Jo to allow Beth to join the trip, despite her fragile condition.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the tone of the passage?

    <p>Excited and enthusiastic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between literary discourse and transactional discourse, as described in the passage?

    <p>Literary discourse is more subjective and expressive, while transactional discourse is more objective and factual.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of the text provided?

    <p>Discussing different types of literary discourse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are argumentation and description different?

    <p>Argumentation aims to persuade, while description aims to inform.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes narration from exposition?

    <p>Narration presents events in the order they happened, while exposition explains ideas or concepts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of discourse is considered the most engaging for you among the four types?

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

    What is the importance of literary discourse according to the text?

    <p>It allows for personal expression through storytelling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In terms of language and purpose, how can a diary entry be described?

    <p>Casual language, meant for storytelling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of academic discourse?

    <p>To present insights or arguments in a scholarly manner</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of academic discourse?

    <p>Frequent use of figures of speech and idiomatic expressions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes academic journals and essays from personal narratives?

    <p>The expository or argumentative nature of the writing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of literary discourse?

    <p>A memoir recounting personal life experiences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of expository writing?

    <p>To present information and explain concepts objectively</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of literary discourse?

    <p>Use of formal language and third-person point of view</p> Signup and view all the answers

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