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What is the author's purpose?
What is the definition of 'format'?
The way in which something is arranged or set out.
What does 'syntax' refer to?
The arrangement of words and phrases to create well-formed sentences.
What does 'bias' mean?
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What is an 'argument'?
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What is 'fluency'?
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What defines an 'audience'?
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What is a 'claim'?
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What is 'rhetoric'?
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What is a 'rhetorical strategy'?
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What does 'extraneous' mean?
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What is 'evidence'?
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What does 'structure' refer to?
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Study Notes
Author's Purpose
- Refers to the reason behind an author's writing.
- Can include goals such as amusing, persuading, informing, or satirizing issues.
Format
- Describes how information is organized or presented.
Syntax
- Involves the arrangement of words and phrases.
- Essential for creating grammatically correct sentences in any language.
Bias
- Indicates a preference or prejudice towards or against something or someone.
- Typically regarded as unfair discrimination.
Argument
- Represents a discussion where opposing views are expressed.
- Often characterized by heated exchanges.
Fluency
- Refers to the ability to speak or write smoothly and effortlessly.
Audience
- Comprises the spectators or listeners at events like plays, movies, or concerts.
- Influences how content is crafted and presented by creators.
Claim
- The act of stating or asserting something as true without offering conclusive evidence.
Rhetoric
- The craft of effective and persuasive communication.
- Involves techniques like figures of speech to enhance writing and speaking.
Rhetorical Strategy
- Refers to methods used to strengthen arguments.
- Includes three primary types of rhetorical appeals that support claims and address counterarguments.
Extraneous
- Describes information that is irrelevant or not related to the main subject.
Evidence
- Serves as an indication or sign that clarifies or supports a claim or assertion.
Structure
- Refers to the arrangement and relationship among parts within a complex system.
- Essential for understanding how elements interact to form a whole.
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This quiz delves into various literary concepts such as author's purpose, syntax, bias, and rhetoric. It will help you understand how these elements shape writing and influence readers. Test your knowledge on how authors communicate effectively and the techniques they use.