Text, Discourse, and Critical Reading
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What is the main focus of a text?

  • Grammatical correctness
  • Organization and cohesion (correct)
  • Use of metaphors
  • Length and complexity
  • How does discourse differ from a text?

  • Texts have more grammatical errors
  • Texts use complex vocabulary
  • Discourse is shorter in length
  • Discourse focuses on connected thought (correct)
  • What does organization refer to in a text?

  • Correct spelling and punctuation
  • Using colorful illustrations
  • Having a catchy title
  • Proper arrangement of ideas (correct)
  • How can good organization in writing be facilitated?

    <p>Creating an outline before writing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of cohesion in a text?

    <p>To provide clarity and connection between ideas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What analogy does the text use to explain the role of an outline in writing?

    <p>A skeleton providing structure to a body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between coherence and cohesion in writing?

    <p>Coherence refers to the unity of ideas and paragraphs in a text, while cohesion refers to the connection of ideas at the sentence level.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the importance of using pronouns for coherence in writing.

    <p>Using pronouns helps maintain coherence by connecting ideas and referring back to previously mentioned concepts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does parallelism contribute to in writing?

    <p>Parallelism contributes to the overall coherence of writing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Define appropriate language use in writing.

    <p>Appropriate language use involves word choice, sentence structure, and paragraph structure suitable for a specific form of text.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'tone' refer to in writing?

    <p>Tone refers to the attitude of the writer towards their work.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do writers of literary pieces typically approach writing style?

    <p>Writers of literary pieces often use a formal yet creative writing style.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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