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What is the primary purpose of a travelogue?
What is the main distinction between a reflective essay and a personal essay?
Which of the following is NOT a common type of literary symbolism?
What is the key characteristic that distinguishes a true narrative from other forms of creative nonfiction?
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Which of the following is a key characteristic of literary journalism?
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Study Notes
Travel Writing
- A travelogue is a documentation of a traveler's experience to a particular place.
Essay Writing
- A reflective essay examines and observes the writer's individual experience as they progress through specific events, dilemma, or conflict.
- Tips for writing a reflective essay:
- Map your mind
- Strengthen your beginning
- Keep it short
- Include your conclusion in the body
- Summarize in the conclusion
- A personal essay is a vehicle to express one's opinions and emotions about a given topic.
Literary Devices
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A symbol is a literary device used to portray a certain meaning to both the author and readers.
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Types of symbolism:
Color Symbolism
- Color symbolism is used to convey emotional or psychological associations.
- Authors often use color psychology to symbolize different character traits, feelings, settings, or foreshadowing through color imagery.
Animal Symbolism
- Certain animals are considered symbolic, such as a dove for peace or a rat for disease.
Forms of Writing
- A true narrative is a story recounted or remembered based on true events and real life.
- Literary journalism is a form of creative non-fiction that is close to reportage and news writing.
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Description
Explore different types of essays such as travelogue, reflective essay, and personal essay. Learn about the angles and perspectives writers use in their texts, along with useful tips for writing reflection essays.
